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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Harvard's Federal Funds Under Scrutiny for Antisemitism Concerns

Harvard University is under a microscope. The administration is scrutinizing billions of dollars in federal funds. The reason? Allegations of unchecked antisemitism on campus. The review covers a wide range. It includes roughly 256 million dollars in contracts. Plus, another 8. 7 billion dollars in

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Students and Teachers in the Crosshairs: A New Wave of Detentions

A wave of detentions has swept through college campuses, targeting students and faculty who have spoken out on Palestinian issues. These individuals, many of whom have valid visas or permanent residency, are now facing deportation. The crackdown is part of a broader effort to control immigratio

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Mar 31 2025HEALTH

Air Pollution's Hidden Impact on Babies' Weight

Fine particles in the air can sneak into a mother's body and affect her baby's weight at birth. This is a big deal because low birth weight can lead to health problems later in life. But how exactly does this happen? One possible answer lies in how the mother's body processes food and

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Chicken Farms: The Dark Side of Your Dinner

Chicken is a popular choice for dinner, but there's a hidden cost to that meal. In early 2023, investigators found shocking conditions on a large chicken farm in Maryland. They discovered chickens packed tightly together, many dead or dying, and a barn filled with a "blanket of chickens. " The smell

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Mar 31 2025HEALTH

The mTOR Pathway: A Key Player in Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women worldwide. It puts a huge strain on both individual health and healthcare systems. At the heart of this disease are breast cancer stem cells (BCSCs). These cells have special abilities. They can renew themselves, turn into different types of ce

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

The Comedy Showdown at the White House Dinner

The annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner is a big event. It is a night where reporters and government officials come together. It is supposed to be fun and light-hearted. But lately, it has become tense and political. This year, the dinner is on April 26th. The White House Correspondents’ Assoc

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Mar 30 2025OPINION

America's Long-Lost Love Affair with Canada

The idea that the United States might one day annex Canada might seem like a sudden, bizarre notion. However, this idea has been around for a long time, even before the United States became a country. Many familiar names from American history have been involved in these attempts. The approaches have

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Mar 29 2025EDUCATION

Columbia University's Leadership Shake-Up: What's Next?

Columbia University is going through a significant change in leadership. Dr. Katrina Armstrong, who had been serving as the interim president, has decided to step down. This comes just a week after the university made some big changes to its policies. These changes seem to be a response to pressure

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Mar 29 2025POLITICS

Earthquake Aftermath: Hope Amidst the Rubble in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia is reeling from a powerful earthquake. The disaster has left over 1, 600 people dead. This tragedy has also left many people trapped under a collapsed skyscraper in Bangkok. The scene is chaotic. Rescue teams are working tirelessly to save those who are still alive. The earthquake ha

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Mar 29 2025POLITICS

Tesla's London Showdown: Why Are Protesters Picking on Elon Musk?

In the bustling streets of west London, the usual sounds of car horns took on a new meaning. Instead of the typical road rage, the honks were directed at Tesla's CEO, Elon Musk. This wasn't just a random outburst; it was part of a larger movement called "Takedown Tesla, " which started in the United

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