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Feb 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fungi vs. Pharma: A Goofy, Horrifying Tale

There's nothing dull about the healthcare industry currently getting the body horror cartoon treatment, where the characters have discovered a mushroom to heal everything – everywhere else is invested in keeping the secret locked up. Mortimer, a goofy scientist, shares his discovery for all. . The

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Feb 08 2025HEALTH

State Medicaid Costs Skyrocket

State governments across the nation are facing a steep challenge with Medicaid. Why? Because the people who stayed enrolled in Medicaid after the COVID-19 pandemic turned out to be sicker than anyone anticipated. This means the states are seeing a big jump in medical costs to care for these individu

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Feb 08 2025POLITICS

High School Sports: Who Decides?

In 2025, a significant debate erupts around high school sports and transgender athletes. Many states are left wondering what to do In Minnesota, the high school sports governing body aims to follow state laws instead of President's orders. This means transgender athletes c

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Feb 08 2025EDUCATION

Youth and Agriculture

'High school students from Fort St. James Secondary School got a unique opportunity to dive into the world of agriculture. Nikayla Leatherdale and Joshua Hoy joined a group of cattle producers and ranchers from the Nechako Valley region. They discussed the ins and outs of agriculture and how it affe

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Feb 08 2025HEALTH

Pups in Peril: The Mysterious Virus Spreading Among Dogs and Wild Canids

Canine Circovirus, or CanineCV, is a new virus causing trouble for dogs and wild canids all over the world. It's part of the Circoviridae family, which means it has a unique genetic makeup. This virus can cause a range of problems, from tummy troubles to respiratory issues, and even neurological d

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Feb 08 2025SCIENCE

Eighth Grader Uncovers Surprising Link Between Microplastics and Tumors

Microplastics are everywhere. In the water we drink, the food we eat, and even in our bodies. A 14-year-old discovered something alarming related to these tiny particles during a science project. She wondered what microplastics might do to our immune cells, so she did an experiment. It was discovere

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Feb 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Solar Panels vs Nature

Solar energy is booming in coastal areas. As these large PV modules pop up, we need to know how they mess with the environment. The coastal mudflats are a hotspot for these solar projects. These mudflat intertidal zones are the landing pads of birds and wildlife. First, picture a large area of the

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Feb 08 2025HEALTH

Meth use in Mexican Queer Culture

There's more to drug use among gay males in Mexico than meets the eye. It's not just about the substances themselves, but also the intersection of identity and culture. Analysts initially looked into this topic with a zoom at some biomedical factors. Which is fine to get us started. According to rec

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Feb 08 2025HEALTH

Does getting pregnant via ART really boost the cancer risk?

What is the deal with assisted reproductive technology? ART, or assisted reproductive technology, is a big help to building families. But how much of a threat is it, really? The idea is to give those who can't have children on their own a chance. These people are called subfertile. First, le

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Feb 08 2025LIFESTYLE

THAILAND'S GREEN TURN: A YOUTUBE TALE

Over the past year, Thailand has made international headlines for its bold decision to legalize recreational marijuana. The shift has changed more than just the laws. It has altered how the world sees the country. The change became even more apparent on YouTube. Between March and September,

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