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Mar 23 2025POLITICS

Brexit's Hidden Impact: Women in Northern Ireland's Fight for Fairness

Northern Ireland stands as a unique example of a region grappling with the aftermath of conflict and the consequences of Brexit. The focus here is on how Brexit has affected women in Northern Ireland, highlighting the broader issues of social justice and gender equality. Brexit has brought about si

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Future Hangs in the Balance

The Israeli Defense Minister has made a bold statement. If Hamas does not release the remaining hostages, Israel will take more of the Gaza Strip. This threat comes after Israel resumed its attacks on Gaza. The defense minister, Israel Katz, has ordered the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to seize more

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Mar 22 2025SPORTS

Rugby Players and Concussion: What Are the Norms?

Concussions are a serious issue in sports, especially in high-impact games like rugby. The Sport Concussion Assessment Tool, now in its fifth edition, is a key player in evaluating these injuries. This tool helps medical professionals understand how players typically perform on cognitive tests. This

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Mar 22 2025SPORTS

A New Era for the Olympics? Challenges Await the First Female IOC President

The Olympic world is buzzing with change. Kirsty Coventry, the first woman to lead the International Olympic Committee, has a full plate ahead. Her journey began with a historic win and a breakfast meeting with outgoing president Thomas Bach. Soon, she will call Lausanne, Switzerland, home and leave

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Mar 22 2025SCIENCE

Astronauts Return After Nine Months in Space

Four space travelers are on their way back to Earth after spending nearly a year in orbit. The crew includes NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, who were originally supposed to return much sooner. They are joined by Nick Hague and Aleksandr Gorbunov, who launched in September. The group

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Mar 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Claude's Search Secret: Brave's Hidden Role

The AI chatbot Claude has a new trick up its sleeve. It can now search the web. This puts it on par with other chatbots out there. But here is the twist. The search engine powering this feature might not be what you think. First, let's talk about Brave. It is a browser and a search engine. It seems

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Mar 22 2025SCIENCE

Lighting Up BaTiO3 with La and Mn

The world of materials science is always looking for ways to make things better. One interesting experiment looked at how adding a bit of lanthanum and manganese to BaTiO3 affects its properties. This mix, called BLTM, changes the shape of the crystal structure, making it more cube-like. This might

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

The Shift in Epilepsy Surgery: A New Approach

Surgery is often the go-to solution for people with epilepsy that doesn't respond to medication. For a long time, doctors have been removing a part of the brain called the anterior temporal lobe to control seizures. This method, known as anterior temporal lobectomy, has been quite effective. However

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Lead Levels in Young Children: A Silent Health Crisis in Georgia

In the Republic of Georgia, a hidden health concern has been affecting young children. Many kids between the ages of 5 and 7 have been dealing with high levels of lead in their blood. This issue is not new, but it has been gaining attention recently. Lead is a toxic metal that can cause serious heal

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Mar 22 2025BUSINESS

How Tech and Support Boosted Canadian Leaders During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic was a major test for leaders across Canada. It wasn't just about keeping the business running. It was about keeping the employees feeling safe and secure. The way leaders handled this crisis was crucial. They had to adapt quickly. They had to be creative. They had to be p

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