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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Verification Badge Battle: A MAGA World Divided

In the world of MAGA supporters, a storm is brewing over Elon Musk's stance on H-1B visas. Some influential figures online are accusing Musk of using his social media platform to punish those who disagree with his support for the visas. Musk, who was chosen to lead President-elect Donald Trump's Dep

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Dec 28 2024EDUCATION

A Disabled Teacher's Fight for Job Security: The City's Controversial Move

Abraham Freud, a dedicated special-ed teacher with 24 years of experience under his belt, now faces a fight he wasn't expecting. Scoliosis and arthritis have made it impossible for him to manage a classroom full of autistic students. Instead of offering support, the New York City Department of Educa

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Dec 28 2024HEALTH

Isatuximab and Pd: A Real-Life Look in Japan

In Japan, doctors kept an eye on how well isatuximab plus pomalidomide and dexamethasone (Isa-Pd) worked for people with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM) who were frail. They collected data from patients treated between October 2020 and October 2021, following them for up to a year. Ou

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Dec 28 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Rockstar's Holiday Tweet: Fans' Hope for GTA 6 Trailer Dashed

Fans of Grand Theft Auto 6 were left feeling let down after Rockstar Games tweeted about a holiday sale instead of releasing the much-anticipated Trailer 2. The gaming community had been buzzing with theories that the trailer would drop on December 27, but the day came and went without any new foota

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Dec 28 2024BUSINESS

Elon Musk's Chinese Connections: What's the Deal?

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has been under scrutiny for his close ties with China. Recently, his influence on a spending bill and pro-China comments have raised red flags among Republicans. Musk's business in China is a big deal—Tesla's Shanghai factory is its largest, producing half of

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Dec 27 2024POLITICS

Homelessness Surges in the US: What's Going Wrong?

In the United States, the number of homeless people has risen by 18% this year. This is mainly because many people can't afford decent housing. Natural disasters and a wave of migrants in big cities have also played a part. The government did a count in January and found over 770, 000 homeless peopl

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

The Role of Social Relationships in Dementia Self-Testing Apps

Ever noticed how dementia self-testing apps aren't just about you? They're also about your friends and family. These apps sometimes make you feel responsible not just for yourself, but for others too. This isn't something we talk about much. We often focus on how these apps push responsibility onto

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

The Voice of Patients in Rare Disease Treatments: What's Considered in NICE Decisions?

Patient organizations play a crucial role in health technology assessments (HTAs), particularly for ultra-rare diseases. But how much do their inputs really matter? A recent study dug into 15 NICE appraisals from January 2022 to August 2024. They found that patients mainly talked about the disease i

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake Among Disabled Kenyans: What Matters Most?

Let's talk about vaccines and why some disabled people in Kenya aren't getting their COVID-19 shots. A study found that 59% of disabled folks were fully vaccinated, but those with mental or self-care issues were left behind. What makes someone decide to get vaccinated? Trust in the benefits, doctor'

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Dec 27 2024EDUCATION

University Professors' Views on Creating Inclusive Spaces for Students with Intellectual Disabilities

When it comes to making universities inclusive for students with intellectual disabilities, what do the teachers think? Researchers set out to find answers by talking to professors from Spain, Italy, and Portugal. They analyzed the discussions using Grounded Theory, looking at how important certain

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