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Feb 14 2025CELEBRITIES

Gun Trial Drama: Rihanna's Courtroom Visit and the Mystery of the Prop Gun

A$AP Rocky's trial for a firearm assault case reached its closing arguments on Thursday. The prosecution painted Rocky as the main antagonist in a street fight that allegedly ended with real gunshots on a Hollywood street corner three years ago. The defense argued that the prosecution failed to prov

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Feb 14 2025EDUCATION

Glued to Screens: How Social Media Affects Students' Anxiety and Grades

In today's world, social media is everywhere. It's become a big part of how we connect and share our lives. But what happens when we spend too much time on it? Especially for students, this can be a real problem. Researchers in Saudi Arabia wanted to find out how social media addiction affects

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

Mitochondria: The Hidden Players in Ulcerative Colitis Treatment

Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is a tricky condition to treat. Doctors often use anti-TNF drugs to help patients. But why do some people respond well, while others don't? Recent research points to a surprising culprit: mitochondria, the tiny powerhouses inside our cells. Scientists have been digging in

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

Brain Zapping: The Safe Way to Map the Mind

The American Clinical Neurophysiology Society has laid out some serious guidelines for a procedure called electrical stimulation mapping (ESM). This isn't your average brain surgery. It's a method used to map out the brain's functions and trigger seizures in a controlled way. The society has come up

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Feb 13 2025POLITICS

Minnesota Senate Seat Shake-Up: Smith Steps Down, New Faces Emerge

Senator Tina Smith of Minnesota has decided not to run for re-election. This news has sparked a flurry of activity among potential candidates from both major political parties. The Democratic Party is facing a tough challenge in trying to regain control of the Senate, where Republicans currently hol

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Feb 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Billy Idol's Punk Rock Journey: A Nomination to Remember

Billy Idol, the legendary punk rocker, has just been nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. This is a big deal for him, as he's been eligible since 2007. He's excited because his longtime guitarist and co-songwriter, Steve Stevens, is also nominated. This means if Billy gets in, Steve will too.

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Feb 13 2025POLITICS

Tesla's Armored Vehicle Deal Hits a Roadblock

The State Department has paused its plans to purchase armored electric vehicles. This decision comes after news broke that the $400 million contract was likely to be awarded to Tesla. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, is a notable supporter of President Trump. The State Department quickly denied any favo

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Feb 13 2025BUSINESS

CVS: The Comeback Kid of 2025?

CVS Health, a company that had a rough 2024, is showing signs of a comeback. Investors are taking notice, especially after the company's impressive fourth-quarter earnings report. Shares of CVS have surged by over 45% this year, outperforming rivals like Walgreens, which has only seen a 3% increase.

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Feb 13 2025POLITICS

Trump and Musk's Company Settle Legal Battle

Elon Musk's company, formerly known as Twitter, has agreed to pay to end a lawsuit from Donald Trump. This legal battle started after Trump was banned from the platform following the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. The social media giant suspended Trump's account permanently, citing the risk of furth

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Feb 13 2025HEALTH

Why Pakistanis Believe in Their Doctors

Picture this: You're in a busy Pakistani hospital, waiting for the doctor. What makes you believe in their advice? Is it their reputation? Or maybe it's how they explain things in a way you can understand? Trust in doctors isn't simple. It's a mix of many things. First, there's health liter

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