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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

Boston's Flu Surge: A Serious Situation for Young Kids

Boston is facing a tough flu season. Two very young kids, both under 2 years old, have died from the flu. This brings the total number of child flu deaths in the state to four this season. The city has seen a big jump in flu cases. From December 14 to December 27, 2025, confirmed flu cases went up

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Jan 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Winter Salt: A Hidden Threat to Local Waterways

In Baltimore County, winter brings more than just snow and ice. It also brings a hidden problem: too much salt. For years, crews and residents have been salting roads, bridges, and sidewalks. But this salt doesn't just stay on the ground. It runs off into local waterways, causing trouble for plants

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

King and Queen County's Plan to Fight Flooding and Boost Jobs

King and Queen County is making waves with a new plan to tackle flooding and create jobs. The idea? A business park near the Middle Peninsula Regional Airport. This park would be a hub for companies focused on fighting flooding. It's not just about local issues, though. The goal is to make the Middl

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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

Vaccine Policies Under Fire: Medical Groups Fight Back

A recent court decision has allowed major medical organizations to continue their legal battle against vaccine policies set by U. S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy. The lawsuit, filed by groups like the American Academy of Pediatrics, aims to challenge policies that they believe will reduce vacc

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

The Double-Edged Sword of Seizing Maduro

A U. S. representative recently shared mixed feelings about the capture of a foreign leader. She made it clear that she has no fondness for the individual in question and believes he should face consequences. However, she expressed concern about the method used to apprehend him. The representative

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Jan 06 2026SCIENCE

Maize and Microbes: A Drought-Fighting Duo

Drought is a big problem for crops around the world. It stops plants from growing well and cuts down on how much food we can grow. But what if tiny helpers could make a difference? Scientists found a helpful bacteria called Bacillus velezensis D103. This bacteria can help maize plants handle drough

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Jan 06 2026SPORTS

Tottenham's Wing Woes: Injury Crisis and Transfer Speculation

Tottenham Hotspur is facing a tough time on the field and off it. The team is struggling in the league, and now they have an injury crisis. Mohammed Kudus, their key player, got hurt in the recent match against Sunderland. He had to leave the game early because of a thigh injury. The club is still w

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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

Flu Season Takes a Toll: What's Happening and Why?

The flu is making a strong comeback this season. The CDC has labeled the 2025-26 flu season as "moderately severe. " This is a big jump from last year's numbers. So far, there have been at least 11 million illnesses, 120, 000 hospitalizations, and 5, 000 deaths. Last year, the numbers were much lowe

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Jan 05 2026BUSINESS

A Tuna That Broke the Bank

In Tokyo's Toyosu fish market, a massive bluefin tuna became the star of the show. This wasn't just any tuna; it weighed a whopping 535 pounds and sold for a jaw-dropping 510 million yen, which is about $3. 2 million. That's a lot of sushi! The buyer was Kiyomura Corp. , owned by Kiyoshi Kimura, wh

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Jan 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

Who's on Top in the US Rocket Race?

The US rocket scene is heating up, and 2025 was a wild year for these companies. SpaceX is still the big boss, launching a whopping 165 rockets. They're like the reliable friend who always shows up, keeping the International Space Station stocked and running smoothly. But their giant Starship had so

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