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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Teens' Mental Health Data: Who\'s Keeping it Safe?

Lately, it's come to light that a company been paid millions by New York City for providing free online therapy for teenagers, Talkspace, has been sharing data about who visits their site with big social media platforms. This includes TikTok, Meta, Snap, and others. These companies are currently bei

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Feb 04 2025SCIENCE

How Micro-pores can Direct Chemical Reactions

So, imagine tiny tunnels and caves. What's the first thing that comes to mind? Maybe a mining rig. Imagine these tunnels and caves are so small that they can only form reactions in a specific way. World top chemists call this as shape-selective catalysis. The chemical reactions that happen here a

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

New Yorkers Say Enough is Enough: Crime and Migrant Crisis Fuel Frustration

New York's Democratic voters are expressing their discontent with the current political landscape. They are angered by the status quo and are worried about the city's future. A recent survey by Honan Strategy Group revealed that 75% of Democratic primary voters believe the city is in a state of eme

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

When Giving Hits a Wall!

Today, we peel back the curtain on organ donation in Palestine. Look at it. The need for organ transplants is on the rise. Alarming, right? Coming with it, public fear and misinformation about the subject and complicating things with swift changes, economic instability. That's the tough re

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

The Unseen Scars of the 7th October Attacks on Holocaust Survivors

For the Holocaust survivors who had been through hell and back, the October 2023 terror attacks in southern Israel brought back old ghosts. The mental toll on these survivors was the focus of a global study. It was a chilling reminder that the scars of the past are not always visible. These survivo

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Feb 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Gaming in Trouble: How New Taxes Could Affect Your Favorite Pastime

Gamers might soon face higher prices for their favorite hobby. This isn't just about enjoying a new video game after a long day. It's about understanding how taxes could impact the gaming industry. It all started when the president decided to impose new taxes on imports. The Entertainment Software

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Feb 04 2025CELEBRITIES

Prince Andrew and Epstein: A Friendship That Just Kept Coming Back

In 2019, Prince Andrew was in the hot seat. He had given an interview to the BBC stating his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein had ended by 2010. Andrew had stated he had not communicated with the convicted sex offender after a New York meeting in December of that year. But that wasn't the end of the

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Metformin: A Potential Guardian Against Steroid Side Effects

Imagine you are tackling an illness that requires you to take steroids. These steroids are strong fighters against inflammation, but they can also cause problems. Metformin, a well-known diabetes medication, might just be the superhero we need to protect us from these side effects. Typically, it is

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Tariffs Trigger Disagreement Against Republicans

Mitch McConnell was quick to out a bold statement regarding the most recent Trump-approved tariffs but many republican party members are leading the way in supporting that decision which came with the declaration that Trump believes tariffs are going to produce some indescribable effects. With tarif

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Feb 04 2025EDUCATION

Mind Games: How Friends and Belonging Boost College Athlete's Mental Health

Sports might seem like a physical thing, but your brain is totally involved. College athletes in China showed that friendly connections and a sense of belonging straight-up improve mental well-being. This isn't just about being on a top team; it's about feeling accepted and supported. It makes total

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