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Jun 29 2025SCIENCE

Ancient City's Matriarchal Mysteries Unveiled

In the heart of Turkey, a city from over 9, 000 years ago, Çatalhöyük, is revealing secrets about a society where women might have held significant power. Researchers dug deep, studying the DNA of more than 130 skeletons from this ancient site. They found something fascinating: the female line was c

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Jun 29 2025POLITICS

Hungary's Bold Stand for Pride and Rights

In Budapest, a massive crowd gathered to show their support for Pride and equality, despite the government's attempts to stop them. The event was a big deal, with people from all over Hungary and even other countries joining in. The government had tried to ban the march, but the mayor of Budapest fo

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Jun 29 2025POLITICS

Tax Break Trouble: GOP's Rush to Meet Trump's Deadline

The Senate is working through the weekend. Republicans are trying to pass a big tax and spending bill by July 4th. This is President Trump's plan. The bill is huge, with 940 pages. It includes tax cuts and spending reductions. But not everyone in the GOP agrees with the cuts, especially to Medicaid

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Jun 29 2025POLITICS

A New York Victory Rooted in Palestine Solidarity

In a surprising turn of events, Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic socialist, won the first round of the Democratic primary for New York City mayor. His victory is notable because he openly supports Palestinian liberation, a stance that has historically been a tough sell in mainstream politics

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

New York's Political Shake-Up: What's Next for the City?

In a surprising turn of events, Zohran Mamdani, a young state assemblymember, secured a win in New York's mayoral primary. This victory has sparked a wave of reactions from various political figures and business leaders. Business leaders and some Democrats are worried. They see Mamdani as a threat.

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Jun 28 2025SPORTS

New York Islanders Land Top Defenseman in 2025 NHL Draft

The New York Islanders made a big move in the 2025 NHL Draft, selecting defenseman Matthew Schaefer as the first overall pick. This marks a significant moment for the team and the league, as Schaefer is widely regarded as one of the top talents in junior hockey. Schaefer, who stands at 6-foot-2 and

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Jun 28 2025SPORTS

Boston Bruins Make a Bold Move at NHL Draft

The 2025 NHL Draft brought excitement to Boston as the Bruins made a significant pick. They chose James Hagens with the No. 7 pick. Hagens is a talented center who could become a key player for the team. This is a big moment for the Bruins, as they haven't picked this high in 14 years. Hagens has a

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Jun 28 2025HEALTH

Men, Kids, and Choices: A Look at Family Planning in the DRC

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, men and women often want different things when it comes to having kids. Men usually want more children than women do. This isn't just about personal preference. It's tied to deeper social and gender rules that shape how people talk and decide about family pla

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Jun 28 2025HEALTH

Aging Parents' Heartache: The Silent Struggle of Losing an Only Child

In the United States, there's a group of people who are often overlooked when it comes to grief and loss. These are older parents who have lost their only child. It's a tough topic, and not many studies have looked into how these parents cope. A recent study tried to understand what it's like for t

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Jun 28 2025SCIENCE

Numbers and Genes: How Math is Changing Our Understanding of DNA

People often think of genetics as just about DNA, but math plays a huge role too. Over the last few decades, new math ideas have helped scientists understand our genes better. These advances are not just cool; they are changing how we study genes, evolution, and even crime scenes. One big area is f

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