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May 31 2025POLITICS

Public TV Fights Back: The Battle for Broadcasting Independence

The Trump administration's recent move to cut funding for public broadcasting has sparked a legal battle. PBS and a local Minnesota TV station have taken the bold step of suing the White House. Their main argument? The executive order is not just about money, but about controlling what people watch

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May 31 2025HEALTH

Virtual Health Care: HIV Patients' Experience During COVID-19

In Poland, the COVID-19 pandemic pushed telemedicine into the spotlight for HIV care. Before the pandemic, public health insurance did not cover these virtual services. This left the country with little experience in this area. So, how did patients react to this sudden shift? Let's start with the b

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May 31 2025BUSINESS

The Price of Deregulation: How Policy Shifts Impact Your Wallet

The current administration has been busy undoing regulations. One notable change involves credit card late fees. The previous administration had capped these fees, expecting to save Americans around $10 billion a year. This was mainly by reducing bank penalties. However, the current administration c

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May 31 2025HEALTH

Young Carers in the U. S. : The Hidden Impact of Medicaid Cuts

In the U. S. , thousands of young people are stepping up to care for sick or disabled family members. This is not a choice but a necessity, often driven by a lack of professional support. One such young person is Joshua Yang. After his mother's car accident, he became her primary caregiver at just 1

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May 31 2025WEATHER

Wisconsin's Weekend Weather: Warmth and Wildfire Smoke

Wisconsin is gearing up for a warm weekend, but there's a catch. Smoke from Canadian wildfires is drifting south, bringing hazy skies and air quality concerns. This isn't just a minor issue. It's a reminder of how interconnected our environment is. The wildfires, fueled by drought in central and wes

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May 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Minerals and Their Partners Affect Plastic Pollution in Rivers and Soil

Minerals play a huge role in how tiny plastic bits move around in nature. These minerals are often found mixed with organic stuff, forming special teams called organo-mineral complexes. These teams act differently than the minerals alone. Two minerals that were studied are ferrihydrite and goethite.

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May 31 2025SCIENCE

Warmth and Infection: How Temperature Affects Mouse Immune Response

In the world of scientific research, tiny details can make a big difference. One such detail is the temperature at which mice are kept. This is especially true when studying how mice respond to infections, like peritonitis. This condition is a serious infection of the abdomen. A recent study explor

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May 31 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk's Political Pivot: A Mixed Bag

Elon Musk has stepped back from his political role after five months. He worked closely with President Trump as the head of the Department of Government Efficiency. This move has sparked discussions among experts about the impact of his time in politics. Musk's political involvement began during th

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May 31 2025BUSINESS

China's Resource Tax Law: A Spark for Greener Businesses?

China is a massive player in the energy game. It is both the biggest energy producer and consumer on the planet. So, when it comes to sustainable development, China's moves matter a lot. In 2019, the Chinese government introduced the Resource Tax Law (RTL). This law aims to boost energy efficiency a

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May 30 2025SCIENCE

Weather's Impact on Our Feelings

The link between weather and our emotions is real. For over a decade, researchers have been looking into how temperature shifts affect our moods. They have found that changes in temperature can influence how we feel. This is not just about feeling hot or cold. It is about how these changes can m

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