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May 21 2025POLITICS

The Trump Tax Plan: Who Gains and Who Loses?

The Trump administration proposed a massive tax bill. It is 1, 116 pages long and aims to change taxes and federal policies. If passed, it would benefit high earners the most. This is according to various analyses. The bill's journey is not smooth. It faced delays due to demands from the conser

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May 21 2025BUSINESS

Tariffs and Sales: A Retail Giant's Struggle

The retail world is facing tough times. A major retailer has recently shared some worrying news. The company's latest quarterly report showed a drop in sales. This dip was blamed on two main factors: consumer anxiety over tariffs and a backlash from a policy change. Tariffs have been a hot topic

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May 21 2025BUSINESS

Big Stores Battle Tariff Trouble

Tariffs are a big deal for major U. S. retailers. They're stuck between a rock and a hard place. On one side, they have to deal with the financial hit from tariffs. On the other, they have to be careful about what they say publicly. They don't want to upset the White House or their customers. The U

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May 21 2025POLITICS

Investors Worry About US Debt

The recent rise in the yield of the 30-year Treasury bond has caught the attention of investors. It crossed the 5 percent mark. This spike came as a reaction to a Republican budget plan. The plan could lead to unprecedented levels of U. S. fiscal debt. The U. S. President did not address this conce

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May 21 2025SPORTS

Mumbai's Weather Could Decide IPL 2025's Fate

The upcoming match between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals is crucial. It is not just about the game but also about the weather. This match is the 63rd of the IPL 2025 season. It is a virtual quarter-final game. The weather might play a big role in deciding the outcome. Mumbai Indians are

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May 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Upper Mekong's Secret Weathering Story

The Lancang River, which is the starting point of the Mekong River, is super important for understanding how land and water interact. This river carries a lot of dissolved elements, and one key player in this mix is strontium, or Sr for short. Scientists have been looking at how Sr moves through the

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May 21 2025HEALTH

The Impact of Long-Term Endurance Sports on Heart Health

Endurance sports enthusiasts who have been active for a long time might face a higher chance of developing atrial fibrillation (AF). This condition is linked to changes in the left atrium of the heart, including the buildup of scar tissue, known as fibrosis. A recent study looked into these changes

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May 21 2025SCIENCE

Phosphorus Pioneers: The Man Who Changed Farming Forever

Phosphorus is a big deal in farming. It's a key nutrient for crops, but it can also cause serious environmental problems. One person who understood this better than most was Andrew Sharpley. He spent over four decades studying phosphorus and its impact on the environment. His work has shaped how we

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May 21 2025SCIENCE

Robots Helping Kids with Autism: What We Know So Far

The use of robots in helping children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has been a hot topic. A recent study looked at 14 different studies. These studies were done between 2015 and 2024. They included 408 kids with ASD. The goal was to see if robots really make a difference in their development.

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May 21 2025CRIME

The End of a Fraudulent Scheme

The legal consequences of a major fraud case are still unfolding. The last person involved in a scheme to cheat an airline out of $32 million has been sentenced. The U. S. government announced the latest sentencing in the case. Skye Xu was sentenced to two years in prison. He paid around $4. 4 m

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