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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

House Republicans Face a Tight Majority

The final seat in the 2024 elections has been called, with Democrat Adam Gray winning in California's 13th District. This leaves Republicans with a narrow 220-215 majority in the House. With President-elect Trump's agenda on the line, Speaker Mike Johnson can only afford to lose two votes if Democra

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Dec 05 2024HEALTH

Heart Health on the Go: A Look at Germany's Telemedicine Adventure

Telemedicine for chronic heart failure (CHF) has been a game-changer. The idea started in the late 1990s, but it was in the 2010s that big studies showed real benefits like better outcomes and lower costs. Germany's journey with telemedicine for CHF has been a long one, with tech advances and policy

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Dec 05 2024SCIENCE

The Magic of Drying: How Temperature and Moringa Extract Form Affect Physalis angulata Powder

Food drying isn't just about keeping food fresh, it's also about making it healthier and tastier. A recent study looked into a special drying method called foam-mat drying. This method helps preserve food, making it last longer. Scientists wanted to create an instant powder from Physalis angulata L.

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Dec 04 2024POLITICS

Philippine Patrol Vessels Face Chinese Coast Guard Attacks

In the South China Sea, Chinese coast guard boats backed by navy ships performed aggressive actions against Philippine patrol vessels. They fired high-pressure water cannons, blocked paths, and even sideswiped one boat, named BRP Datu Pagbuaya. This incident restarted tensions after a brief pause du

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Dec 04 2024POLITICS

Florida Senator Wants to Stop Weather Tinkering

A Florida senator has introduced a new bill aimed at keeping humans from messing with the weather. The idea is to make sure no one tries to change the temperature, rain, or sunlight in the state. The bill says anyone who does this could get fined up to $10, 000. This isn't about real things people

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Dec 04 2024EDUCATION

Teacher's Dream Come True: Ashley Davis Scores Big

Imagine walking into your classroom one day, and suddenly, you're handed a check for $25, 000! That's exactly what happened to Ashley Davis, a math teacher at Central Intermediate School. The Milken Foundation, famous for celebrating top-notch educators, chose Ashley for her exceptional teaching and

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Dec 04 2024WEATHER

Winter Storms Bring Heavy Snow and Travel Warnings Across Six States

Snow and ice are causing trouble in six states, with winter storm warnings and advisories in place. Michigan and Indiana are the hardest hit, while New York, Tennessee, Minnesota, and Alaska also face challenges. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns that travel could be tough due to slippery roa

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Dec 04 2024SCIENCE

A Smart Way to Find Pesticides in Oils

Researchers came up with a new method to check how many organochlorine pesticides are in edible oils. They used something called density tunable dispersive solid phase extraction, or DTDSPE for short. This method combines the extraction with a process called gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-

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Dec 03 2024SPORTS

Power Dynamics in Sports Teams: How Supervisors Affect Fairness and Inclusion

As the U. S. workforce becomes more diverse, ensuring fairness and inclusion in every field, including athletic training, is crucial. The role of supervisors plays a significant part in shaping a team's dynamic. A supervisor's authority can either promote equity or create barriers. They set the tone

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Dec 03 2024POLITICS

California Lawmakers: Tackling Costs and Trump's Policies

As the new legislative session starts in California, leaders like Senate President Pro Tem Mike McGuire and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas are gearing up to address affordability issues that have been bothering voters. They plan to do this by building more housing, making energy cheaper, and improvin

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