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Dec 17 2025HEALTH

How Long-Term Blood Pressure Affects Heart Health in Later Years

Blood pressure is a big deal when it comes to heart health. It's not just about what's happening right now, but also what's been going on for years. High blood pressure over time can lead to serious heart issues. Researchers wanted to see how long-term blood pressure affects the heart's ability to g

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Dec 17 2025HEALTH

Keeping Your Dog Healthy and Happy: Simple Tips to Reduce Cancer Risk

Cancer in dogs is a serious issue, especially for larger breeds. While you can't change your dog's genes, there are steps you can take to lower the risk of cancer. Keeping your dog at a healthy weight is crucial. Overweight dogs are more likely to develop cancer and have shorter lifespans. Make sur

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Dec 17 2025EDUCATION

Long Beach City College Makes History with New Bachelor's Degree

Long Beach City College (LBCC) has just been given the green light to offer its first-ever bachelor's degree. This isn't just any degree, though. It's a Bachelor of Science in Library & Information Science, making LBCC the first community college in the entire United States to offer this kind of pro

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Dec 17 2025HEALTH

A Generous Gift to Fight Cancer

The Knight family has made a huge donation to fight cancer. They gave $2 billion to the Oregon Health & Science University's Knight Cancer Institute. This is a lot of money. It is more than double the second-biggest donation this year. Warren Buffett gave $746. 7 million to his foundation. That is a

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Dec 17 2025EDUCATION

Staten Island School Pioneers Reading Revolution

In a move to boost literacy, a Staten Island elementary school is embracing a new approach to teaching reading. The school is part of a broader New York City initiative that focuses on the "science of reading. " This method uses a free course to train teachers in evidence-based techniques. The prog

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Weather Research in the Crosshairs: A Shift in Science Policy

The Trump administration has set its sights on a major change in the world of weather and climate research. The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Colorado might soon see a big shake-up. Russ Vought, the head of the Office of Management and Budget, shared this news on X. He said the

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Dec 17 2025HEALTH

Sunlight and Kids: Why Many in India Still Lack Vitamin D

In India, where the sun shines bright, you'd think kids would have plenty of vitamin D. But that's not the case. Many children, from babies to pre-teens, are running low on this vital nutrient. Why? It's not just about the sun. It's about what kids eat, how they live, and even where they live. A re

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Dec 17 2025RELIGION

Faith and Science: A Conversation on Healing and Discovery

Francis Collins, a prominent scientist, and Marc Siegel, a medical expert, recently discussed the relationship between faith and science. They explored how these two areas can complement each other, especially in the realm of healing and discovery. Collins, known for his work at the National Instit

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Dec 17 2025RELIGION

Faith Journeys: Why Some Stay and Others Drift Away

Religion plays a big role in many people's lives. But not everyone sticks with the faith they grew up with. A recent study looked into why some Americans keep their childhood religion while others change or leave it behind. The study found that how people felt about their religion as kids matters a

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Dec 17 2025SPORTS

Chelsea Boss Maresca's Public Outburst: A Strategic Move or a Career Misstep?

Enzo Maresca, the current manager of Chelsea Football Club, has found himself in hot water after publicly expressing his dissatisfaction with the club's ownership. Maresca's comments, made over the weekend, suggested that he feels unsupported by the higher-ups at Chelsea. Instead of backing down, he

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