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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Kharkiv Under Fire: A City's Resilience Amidst Chaos

Kharkiv, a city near Ukraine's border with Russia, has once again become a target. This time, a residential building took a direct hit. The strike left many hurt and the building in shambles. Officials reported at least 25 injured, but numbers might change as rescuers dig through the wreckage. Pict

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Jan 02 2026FINANCE

Student Loan Forgiveness: What Changed in 2025?

As 2025 wrapped up, the student loan forgiveness landscape saw some shifts. The Department of Education restarted several programs that had been on hold. Before leaving office, former President Joe Biden's administration had already greenlit billions in loan forgiveness. This relief came through var

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Jan 02 2026HEALTH

AI's Role in Making Liposuction Procedures Safer

Liposuction is a very common cosmetic surgery. It is done worldwide. More than 2. 3 million people get this treatment every year. But it has risks. One big risk is losing too much blood. This is especially true when large amounts of fat are removed. A new AI model might help. It can predict how muc

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Jan 02 2026HEALTH

Vitamins, Blood Health, and Students: What's the Big Deal?

Anemia is a big problem in Sub-Saharan Africa. It affects people of all ages. But, there's a gap in the research. Most studies focus on kids and pregnant women. University students are often left out. This is a problem. Anemia can impact their health and studies. Understanding this issue better can

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Jan 02 2026SCIENCE

How Science Shapes Our Daily Lives

Science is a big part of our everyday life. It's in the apps we use, the food we eat, and the medicine we take. But who funds all this science? The government does, through research grants. These grants help scientists explore everything from the tiniest particles to the biggest weather systems. But

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Florida's Fight for Fair Voting Lines

Florida's voting districts are in the spotlight again. The state's rules for drawing these lines are being tested. In 2010, Florida voters made a big decision. They approved the Fair Districts Amendments. These rules aim to stop politicians from manipulating voting districts to favor their party. Bu

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Idaho's Public Media Faces Tough Times: What's Next?

Idaho Public Television is in a tight spot. They're losing a big chunk of their money. About $2 million to be exact. That's a quarter of what they usually get from private donors. This is all because Congress, led by Republicans, decided to stop funding the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. To d

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

The Unlikely Rise of a Young Mayor

Zohran Mamdani, at just 34 years old, has already made history. Born in Uganda to Indian parents and raised in the prestigious halls of Columbia University, his life story is a patchwork of diverse experiences. He identifies as Muslim, has served as a state assemblyman from Queens, and is a member o

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Jan 02 2026SCIENCE

2025: A Year of Science, Space, and Surprising Creatures

2025 was a year packed with remarkable scientific events and discoveries. One of the most talked-about events was the emergence of Brood XIV cicadas. These insects, known for their unique 17-year life cycle, captured the attention of many, especially in the Cape and southeastern parts of Massachuset

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Jan 02 2026SCIENCE

How City Trees Change Mosquito Life

In cities, leaves falling into water containers can be a mixed bag for mosquito larvae. These leaves can either help or harm the young mosquitoes, but scientists are still figuring out why. Two common city trees, Tipuana tipu and Handroanthus heptaphyllus, were studied to see how their leaves affect

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