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Mar 13 2025LIFESTYLE

Love and Desire: A Marriage in Need of a Spark

A woman finds herself in a tough spot. She loves her husband deeply, but the spark in their bedroom is long gone. Years ago, they were passionate. But now, she doesn't enjoy sex with him. She feels his touch differently and struggles to find pleasure. She does it for him, though, because she cares a

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Trade Tensions Escalate: Canada Hits Back with Tariffs

Canada has just announced a new round of tariffs on U. S. goods. This move comes as a response to the recent tariffs imposed by the U. S. on steel and aluminum. The Canadian government has decided to impose a 25% tariff on over 21 billion dollars worth of U. S. goods. This includes a wide range of p

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Mar 12 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Energy Efficiency with Smart Carbon Tweaks

Scientists have been exploring ways to make energy conversion technologies more efficient and durable. One promising approach involves using carbon composites with added tin and titanium dioxide (TiO2) to support platinum (Pt) catalysts. These composites are like the superheroes of energy conversion

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Mar 12 2025HEALTH

Hip Replacement: The Role of Pre-Op Therapy

Hip replacements are a big deal. They help people move better and live better. But the journey doesn't start in the operating room. It begins way before, with something called pre-operative occupational therapy. This is where therapists work with patients before surgery to make sure they're ready. I

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Big Changes Ahead for U. S. Education Department

The U. S. Education Department is shaking things up big time. They're shutting down their Dallas office and letting go of all the employees there. This isn't the only office feeling the heat. San Francisco, New York, Boston, Chicago, and Cleveland are also on the chopping block. The department is lo

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Canada in the Crosshairs: Trump's Bold Plan

Trump has been vocal about his plans for Canada. He has repeatedly mentioned the idea of making Canada the 51st state of the United States. This is not a new idea. But his recent comments have been more direct and clear. He even questioned the validity of the border treaty between the two countries.

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Duterte's Arrest: A Big Win and a Big Challenge for Global Justice

The former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, was arrested on Tuesday. The charges? Crimes against humanity. This arrest was made possible by a warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The ICC is an independent group based in The Hague. They look into and try people accused o

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Burning Files: USAID's Document Destruction

USAID staff were given a peculiar task. They were asked to shred and burn classified documents. This wasn't a usual request. It was part of a larger plan to clear out classified safes and personnel documents from a Washington DC office. The task was to be completed in an all-day disposal event. This

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Law Firm Fights Back Against Presidential Attack

A prominent law firm is standing up to a presidential executive order that targets them. The firm, Perkins Coie, claims that the order is unconstitutional and an attack on their right to represent clients and causes that the administration opposes. The order, signed by President Trump, accuses the f

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Mar 12 2025CELEBRITIES

The Role That Got Away: Christina Ricci's Missed Opportunity

Christina Ricci, known for her roles in movies like "Mermaids" and "The Addams Family, " has had a long career in Hollywood. She started as a child star and later took on more mature roles in films like "200 Cigarettes" and "The Ice Storm. " Recently, she played a chilling character in the show "Yel

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