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Dec 24 2024POLITICS

'Matt Gaetz Fights Back: Lawsuit Against House Ethics Report'

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz attempted to halt the release of a House Ethics Committee report on Monday, but his lawsuit fell short. Gaetz’s legal team argued that the report's release would harm his reputation and that he hadn't been notified or given due process. The committee published the report soon

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Dec 24 2024POLITICS

Supporters in Matt Gaetz's Old District Stand by Him Despite New Allegations

In the wake of new allegations against Congressman Matt Gaetz, some supporters in his former Florida district are backing him up. Sandra L. Atkinson, a former Republican Party chair from Okaloosa County, called Gaetz a "darn good congressman" and said he never let critics, whom she referred to as "h

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Dec 24 2024WEATHER

Hennepin County's Weather Alerts Get Personal This Spring

Starting this March, Hennepin County is set to launch a new way to get weather alerts. Instead of blasting warnings for the whole county, the National Weather Service will now target just the areas in danger. This new system, called Partial County Alerting (PCA), is scheduled to kick off on March 18

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Dec 23 2024SCIENCE

What Happens When Industrial Gases Meet Sunlight

Have you ever wondered what happens to industrial gases like hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs) and hydrochlorofluoroolefins (HCFOs) when they break down in our atmosphere? They don't just disappear; instead, they change into other chemicals. Let's take CF3CHO, for example. Scientists were curious if this tr

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Dec 23 2024HEALTH

Weather's Role in Heart and Brain Diseases in Mountainous Areas

Did you know that where you live can affect your health? Researchers have found that weather conditions can play a big part in the number of people getting heart and brain diseases, especially in mountainous regions like Guizhou province. The weather can be different even in small areas, and this ca

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Dec 23 2024HEALTH

Med Diet and Brain Connectivity: A Hidden Link?

Have you ever thought about how what you eat affects your brain? Well, science is starting to find some interesting connections. One diet that's been getting a lot of attention is the Mediterranean diet, or Med Diet for short. This diet is big on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats li

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Missile from Yemen Hits Tel Aviv, Israel's Defenses Fail

Late on Friday night, a missile from Yemen found its way to Tel Aviv, Israel's bustling city. The missile touched down in the southern Jaffa area, making it a rare event given Israel's strong air defenses. Sirens alerted residents, but attempts to intercept the missile failed. The result? Over a doz

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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

Is Better Housing the Key to Slimming Down with Age?

Housing might seem like a far-off worry when it comes to staying fit as we age. But a fresh look into older adults' lives in China and India shows that the quality of your home could play a big part in keeping muscles strong. Researchers are starting to ask: can better housing help fight sarcopenia,

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Israel Retaliates Against Houthi Attack in Yemen

In the early hours of Thursday, Israel's military responded with deadly force to a missile and drone attack by the Houthi militant group. Nine people were killed and three injured when Israeli airstrikes hit a port and oil facility near Yemen's capital, Sanaa. The Houthis, backed by Iran, had launch

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Ethics Panel Flips: Gaetz Report Gets Green Light

In a surprising twist, the House Ethics Committee quietly voted to release a report on former Representative Matt Gaetz's conduct. This decision, which happened this month, follows a previous refusal to make the report public. The committee's vote allows the report to be released after Congress wrap

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