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Dec 26 2025OPINION

Christmas Through the Ages: A Journey of Love and Hate

Christmas is a time of joy, but it's also a time of reflection. It's a time to think about the past and the present. It's a time to think about the good and the bad. It's a time to think about love and hate. The holiday season is a time of giving and receiving. It's a time of family and friends. It

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Justice Kavanaugh's Unexpected Move on Immigration Enforcement

Justice Brett Kavanaugh recently added a significant footnote to a Supreme Court opinion. This footnote stated that federal officers should not make immigration stops or arrests based on race or ethnicity. This statement was not directly related to the case but was seen as a response to criticism.

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Dec 26 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Power of Codonopsis Roots: A Closer Look at Its Antioxidant Compounds

Codonopsis pilosula, a plant known for its edible roots, has been under the microscope. Scientists have found a new compound in these roots, along with 29 others. These compounds belong to two main groups: lignans and phenylpropanoids. The new lignan's structure was figured out using advanced techn

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Dec 26 2025OPINION

Golf, Diversity, and Community: A Closer Look at Virginia Beach's Green Spaces

Virginia Beach's golf courses are more than just places for the wealthy to play. They are vibrant community hubs where people of all backgrounds enjoy the game. The idea that golf is only for rich white men is outdated and unfair. Public courses like Virginia Beach National Golf Club attract a diver

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Algeria Takes a Stand Against Its Colonial Past

Algeria's lawmakers have taken a bold step. They voted to label France's colonization as a crime. This move aims to right past wrongs. It seeks restitution for items taken during France's 130-year rule. France, however, sees this law as a threat. They call it a "hostile act. " Despite this, both co

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Dec 26 2025HEALTH

Smart Drug Delivery: A Game Changer in Breast Cancer Treatment

Breast cancer treatment has seen a big change with a new way to deliver drugs. This method uses tiny particles to carry the medicine directly to the tumor. This is a big deal because it makes the treatment work better and causes fewer side effects. The old way of delivering drugs often caused probl

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Malaysia's Political Future Hangs in the Balance

The upcoming verdict in the 1MDB case against former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak is more than just a legal matter. It's a test for the current government's stability. Najib, who is already serving time for earlier convictions, faces more charges. These involve the alleged transfer of aroun

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Dec 26 2025FINANCE

Crypto's Rollercoaster Ride: Fed's Moves and Market Moods in Early 2026

In late 2025, the Federal Reserve made three interest rate cuts, hoping to cool inflation and boost jobs. But crypto markets didn't cheer. Instead, Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), and other cryptocurrencies dropped, losing over $1. 45 trillion in value from their October highs. This unexpected reaction

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Dec 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Chemicals in Our Food: A Silent Threat

Phthalates, a group of chemicals used to make plastics flexible, have been around for decades. They are found in many everyday items, from food packaging to medical equipment. Scientists have known about the potential dangers of these chemicals for a long time. Yet, despite growing evidence, regulat

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Dec 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Unexpected Launch of a Science Icon

Back to the Future Part 3 might have ended, but its legacy lived on in an unexpected way. In 1991, CBS launched an animated series based on the popular movie franchise. Though it only ran for two seasons, this show left a mark that extended beyond the screen. The animated series introduced a new ti

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