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Feb 13 2025POLITICS

Trump and Musk: A $10 Million Deal

Imagine this: a former president sues a social media giant, and then they become friends. That's what happened between Donald Trump and Elon Musk's platform X. It all started when Trump was banned from the platform after the January 6 Capitol attack. Trump sued, and now, they've agreed to settle for

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Feb 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025: A Mix of Legends and First-Timers

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has just announced its 2025 nominees, and it's a list that spans decades and genres. Among the 14 nominees are some familiar names like Mariah Carey, Billy Idol, and OutKast, as well as some first-time contenders like Bad Company, The Black Crowes, and Chubby Checker. T

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Feb 13 2025SCIENCE

The Deep Sea Mystery: Uncovering the Titan's Fate

Deep in the ocean, a tragic event unfolded. The Titan, a submersible on a mission to explore the Titanic wreckage, met a sudden and catastrophic end. On June 18, 2023, the vessel vanished without a trace. The five passengers aboard, including the submersible's founder and CEO, Stockton Rush, and not

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Feb 13 2025HEALTH

Cancer Myths on Social Media

Social media is a hotspot for false information. This is especially true when it comes to serious illnesses like cancer. People are often misled by unproven cancer treatments. The problem is, most advice on how to spot these myths is too complicated. It assumes that everyone has strong research skil

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Feb 13 2025SCIENCE

When Strangers Divide: The Power of Small Differences

People often think that discrimination happens because of group differences. But what if it's not that simple? What if it's more about how we see ourselves compared to others, even when there are no clear groups? Researchers wanted to find out if people treat others differently based on tiny, random

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Feb 13 2025SCIENCE

Harnessing Sunlight: A New Way to Recycle Precious Metals

Porphyrins and polyoxometalates are two types of compounds that can work together to make a new kind of photocatalyst. This photocatalyst can be used to recover valuable metals like silver and platinum. The process uses visible light, which is a big advantage over traditional methods that rely on hi

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Feb 13 2025CELEBRITIES

Super Bowl Week: 2 Ex-MLB Stars Clash in New Orleans

In the bustling streets of New Orleans during Super Bowl week, a heated argument erupted between two former MLB pitchers, Patrick Mahomes Sr. and John Rocker. The incident took place outside Willie’s Chicken Shack, near the famous St. Louis Cathedral. Mahomes Sr. , the father of NFL superstar Patric

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Feb 12 2025FINANCE

Inflation Surge Sparks Market Slide

First thing Wednesday morning, Wall Street's stocks took a dip. Why? Because the latest inflation report came in hotter than expected. This report, from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, showed that prices had jumped 3% in the past year, up from 2. 9% in December. The core Consumer Price Index, which

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Feb 12 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025: New Faces and Old Favorites

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has just announced its 2025 nominees, and there are some big surprises this year. The list includes 14 artists, with eight making their first appearance on the ballot. This year's nominees span various genres and eras, from the classic rock of Bad Company and Joe Cocker

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Feb 12 2025FINANCE

Inflation Surge: What's Behind the January Jump?

In January, inflation rates unexpectedly rose, causing a stir in the financial world. The consumer price index, which tracks the cost of goods and services across the U. S. , jumped by 0. 5% for the month. This put the annual inflation rate at 3%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Experts

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