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Jul 30 2025HEALTH

Hospital Certifications and Racial Gaps in Stroke Care

Hospitals getting certified for stroke care is a big deal. It means they have the right tools and know-how to treat strokes better. But does this help all patients equally? That's the big question. Black and White patients might not be getting the same benefits from these certified stroke centers.

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Jul 30 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities We Loved: A Wave of Goodbyes

It's been a tough month for fans around the world. Four beloved figures have passed away, leaving a void in the hearts of many. Ryne Sandberg, the Chicago Cubs' legendary second baseman, lost his battle with cancer. Fans gathered at Wrigley Field, leaving flowers and memorabilia at his statue. They

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Jul 29 2025BUSINESS

Spotify's Stock Takes a Hit: What Went Wrong?

Spotify, the popular music streaming service, recently had a rough day on the stock market. The company's shares dropped over 11%, marking their worst performance since July 2023. The main issue? They didn't meet the financial goals set by Wall Street analysts. Let's break it down. Spotify's revenu

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Jul 29 2025HEALTH

Smart Bubbles for Fighting Cancer and Seeing Inside Cells

Mitochondria are like tiny powerhouses inside our cells. They keep us going, but sometimes they go wrong and cause problems. Tiny molecules called miRNAs help control these powerhouses. Scientists have been trying to find ways to see and fix these miRNAs to help treat diseases like cancer. A new id

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Jul 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Push to Speed Up AI and Data Centers: What's at Stake for the Environment?

The recent push to boost AI and data centers has sparked a heated debate. At the heart of this discussion is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), a law designed to protect the environment by requiring thorough reviews of major projects. Critics argue that NEPA slows down development, while

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Jul 29 2025HEALTH

New Hope for Biliary Tract Cancer Patients: The Microbiome Connection

Biliary tract cancer (BTC) has long been a challenging disease to treat. Traditionally, doctors relied on a combination of cisplatin and gemcitabine as the go-to treatment. But things are changing. Adding durvalumab, a type of immunotherapy, to this mix has shown promising results. It's making a rea

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Jul 29 2025HEALTH

Weiss Hospital Faces Medicare Termination: What Went Wrong?

Weiss Memorial Hospital is in hot water, literally and figuratively. The federal government has decided to cut it off from Medicare, a big deal that could seriously hurt the hospital's finances. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced this decision, saying Weiss didn't follow th

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Jul 29 2025SCIENCE

Ancient Marks: Clues to Early Human Brainpower

People have always found ways to remember things beyond their own minds. From computers to notches on sticks, these tools help us store and recall information. Scientists think humans are the only ones who do this. But what about our ancient ancestors? Did they have similar tools? Some artifacts fr

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Jul 29 2025HEALTH

How Faith and Fatigue Intertwine in Chronic Illness

In a recent study, researchers explored the connection between faith, spirituality, and fatigue in people with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIMs). IIMs are rare muscle diseases that cause chronic fatigue. The study found that those with IIMs and fatigue often have stronger religious beliefs a

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Jul 29 2025POLITICS

A Shot in the Dark: South Carolina's Hate Crime Debate

A recent incident in Richland County has sparked a heated discussion about the need for a statewide hate crimes law in South Carolina. On July 17, a man named Jonathan Felkel allegedly shot at a Black neighbor in the Spring Valley neighborhood, and he was arrested under a new local hate intimidation

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