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May 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Long Road to Clean Water: Doce River's Struggle After Mining Disaster

The Doce River in Minas Gerais, Brazil, faced a significant challenge after the Fundão tailings dam burst in 2015. The focus is on whether the river's water quality has recovered since the disaster. To find out, 15 different water quality measures were checked. These measures were compared from bef

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May 15 2025FINANCE

Big Shoe Deal: Dick's Sporting Goods Buys Foot Locker

A major move is happening in the sports retail world. Dick's Sporting Goods is snapping up Foot Locker for around $2. 4 billion. This isn't just any purchase; it's a big deal in the world of sports and fashion. The news comes as companies grapple with the unknowns of U. S. trade policies, especially

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May 15 2025CRIME

Cruise Ship Crime: A Growing Concern for Travelers

Crime rates on cruise ships have hit a two-year peak, raising concerns among travelers. From January 1, 2025, to March 30, 2025, there were 48 reported crimes on cruise ships departing from the US. The crimes included 23 rapes, 10 sexual assaults, and seven assaults. These incidents highlight

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May 15 2025HEALTH

How Breast Cancer Surgery Has Changed Over Time

Breast cancer surgery has seen major shifts in the past thirty years. One key change was the ACOSOG Z0011 trial. This trial suggested that some women with early-stage breast cancer might not need full axillary clearance. This is a procedure where lymph nodes under the arm are removed. The trial show

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May 15 2025HEALTH

Mental Health Care: A Hidden Weapon Against Crime?

Expanding access to mental health services might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about crime prevention. However, recent findings suggest that it could be a powerful tool. This is not about targeting specific individuals or tailoring treatments to prevent crime. Instead, it's

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May 15 2025SPORTS

College Football's Big Changes: A Coach's Call to Action

College football is in a state of flux, and one former player is stepping up to suggest some major changes. Greg McElroy, who once played quarterback for Alabama, has some ideas on how to fix two big issues in the sport: the transfer portal and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals. The transfer po

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May 15 2025SPORTS

The Celtics' Crucial Game 5: How Tatum's Injury Shakes Things Up

The Celtics are in a tight spot. They need to win tonight's game to stay in the playoffs. The team had high hopes coming into the playoffs, but things haven't gone as planned. They lost two games in a row to the New York Knicks and are now down 3-1. To make matters worse, their star player, Jayson T

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May 15 2025BUSINESS

Burberry's Big Changes: Job Cuts and Cost Savings

Burberry, a well-known British fashion brand, has decided to reduce its global workforce by 18% by 2027. This means around 1, 700 jobs are at risk. The company recently reported a loss of 3 million pounds and a significant drop in revenue for the year ending March 29. This news comes as no surprise,

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May 15 2025CELEBRITIES

Diddy's Legal Storm: Who's Next in Line?

A legal storm is brewing around Sean "Diddy" Combs, and it's not just about him. His infamous "Freak-Offs" parties are under scrutiny, and a list of attendees could soon see the light of day. This list might cause a stir, as it could include names of well-known celebrities. Legal experts are already

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May 15 2025SCIENCE

Kelp's Hot Flash: How Heat Waves Affect Our Ocean's Gardeners

The ocean is heating up, and that's bad news for many sea creatures. Two types of kelp, Saccharina latissima and Laminaria digitata, live in the Northeast Atlantic. Scientists wanted to see how these kelps handle short bursts of high temperatures. They tested how the kelps grew, made food, and staye

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