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Jan 22 2025HEALTH

Dialysis and the Brain: Unseen Effects

Believe it or not, dialysis isn’t just about helping the kidneys. It has a hidden side effect that some people on long-term dialysis face: cognitive frailty. This means their brains might not work as well as before. It’s like trying to figure out a puzzle when you’re feeling really tired. Researcher

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Jan 22 2025CRIME

The Shift in Prison Admissions: Education Now Matters More Than Race

Once upon a time, the chances of Black and White Americans ending up in prison were fairly equal, similar to the gap between those with a college degree and those without. Fast forward to today, and the picture has changed dramatically. Education, not race, has become the bigger factor in who ends u

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Why Politicians Need to Prove Their Support for Latinx Voters

In the last election and likely the next, both Republicans and Democrats are eager to win over more Latinx and Hispanic voters. Republicans are proud of their recent gains, with Donald Trump getting more Latinx votes than any previous Republican. But Democrats are worried after underperforming and a

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Ramaswamy Quits Trump's Efficiency Commission to Run for Ohio Governor

In a surprising turn of events, Vivek Ramaswamy, a 39-year-old biotech entrepreneur and potential candidate for Ohio governor, has decided to step down from President Donald Trump's government efficiency commission. The commission, known as DOGE, was created to cut costs and streamline government op

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

NASA's Top Job in Flux as Trump's Second Term Begins

President Trump's second term kicked off with big plans for Mars but puzzling leadership at NASA. In his inaugural speech, Trump talked about sending astronauts to Mars, but there was confusion about who was in charge at NASA. Bill Nelson and Pam Melroy had just stepped down as administrator and dep

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Jan 21 2025CRIME

Rescue Efforts for Missing Fishermen Continue After Stormy Seas Encounter

On Sunday, the US Coast Guard restarted their search for a father and son who didn’t return from a fishing trip off the coast of Maine. Chester and Aaron Barret, fishing aboard their 34-foot boat named “Sudden Impact, ” headed out from Cobscook Bay State Park early Saturday morning and never came ba

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Jan 20 2025POLITICS

What If Trump Returns? NASA and Space Plans in Flux

Picture this: President Trump wins another term. NASA might see some major changes. The Artemis mission, aimed at getting humans back to the moon, could get a whole new makeover. Big rockets like the Space Launch System, built for moon trips, might also change. Earth science projects could see budge

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Jan 20 2025HEALTH

St. Cloud's Meal Delivery: A Chilly Pause

St. Cloud’s local hospital has stopped its Home Delivered Meals Program for a bit due to the cold snap. Why? Freezing temperatures can cause health problems like hypothermia and frostbite. It’s not just about keeping the food warm, but also keeping people safe. This break started on January 20, 2025

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Jan 20 2025SCIENCE

Two Probes, One Mission: Exploring the Moon with Private Companies

Imagine this: two space probes, one from the U. S. and one from Japan, are on their way to the Moon. This isn't your typical space mission; these probes are part of a growing trend where private companies are leading the way in lunar exploration. The journey began early one morning at Cape Canavera

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Jan 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why Nintendo Switch 2's Headphone Jack is a Big Deal

Nintendo recently unveiled the Switch 2, and one thing stood out: the console has a headphone jack. This might not seem like a big deal, but it's a refreshing choice in today's tech world. You see, back in 2016, Apple ditched the headphone jack, pushing everyone towards Bluetooth. Since then, I've b

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