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Apr 28 2025BUSINESS

Unseen Costs: The Hidden Price of Shopping on Temu

Shopping on Temu, a Chinese online store, has become a bit more complicated for U. S. buyers. The reason? Import charges have skyrocketed due to ongoing trade disputes. These extra fees can make the final price much higher than what's advertised. For example, a pack of men's shorts listed at $23. 61

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Apr 28 2025SCIENCE

The Blurry Line of Science Retractions

Scientific journals often pull back articles that have problems. This is how science fixes its own mistakes. Usually, this happens when there's cheating, honest blunders, or legal issues. But lately, there's a new trend. Some articles are getting retracted for political reasons. A journal called "Na

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Apr 28 2025HEALTH

The Future of Health Research: A Worrying Shift

The National Institutes of Health, or NIH, is in a tough spot. A recent plan to slash its budget by over 40% has sent shockwaves through the scientific community. This move is part of a broader effort to downsize the federal government, led by the Department of Government Efficiency. The NIH is a bi

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Apr 28 2025SCIENCE

The Power of Numbers in Medicine

In 2024, the world of medicine saw some big changes. Researchers dug deep into how drugs affect people and the economy. This is what we call pharmacoeconomics. It is a big word. But it is just about how much money we spend on drugs and how well they work. It is important to know if a drug is worth t

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Apr 28 2025POLITICS

Balloons: Tradition or Trash?

In Louisiana, a heated discussion is happening. Some folks want to stop balloon releases. They think it is bad for the environment. Others say it is a way to honor loved ones. They think it is a way to cope with loss. The debate is about House Bill 581. It wants to make balloon releases illega

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Apr 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Star's Journey: Karla Sofía Gascón on Freedom and Film

Karla Sofía Gascón is a name that has sparked conversations worldwide. She is known for her role in Emilia Pérez, a film that has made waves in the industry. Gascón is the first trans woman to be nominated for a best actress Oscar. This is a big deal. It shows how far the film industry has come in r

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Apr 28 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise as Israel Targets Beirut

In a move that has reignited tensions in the Middle East, Israel launched an air strike on Beirut's southern suburbs. This was not a random act of aggression. Israel claimed that the target was a Hezbollah storage facility holding "precision-guided missiles. " These missiles, according to Israel, po

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Apr 28 2025SPORTS

Liverpool's Big Win: A New Era of Glory

Liverpool has just made history. They won the Premier League title after a thrilling 5-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur. This win was not just any win; it was a statement. It showed that Liverpool is back on top, and they are here to stay. The journey to this title was not easy. Liverpool had to fi

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Apr 28 2025HEALTH

Psychotrauma: East Meets West

In March 2024, a symposium brought together Japanese and Western experts to discuss how each culture views and handles psychotrauma. This event highlighted the differences in how trauma is understood and managed in Japan and the West. Japan has faced its share of psychological trauma. From World

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Apr 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Shift in AI Bias: What's Next for Tech Giants?

It is no secret that the tech world has been grappling with AI bias. Now, things are getting even more complicated. The political landscape is changing, and with it, the focus on how tech companies handle AI bias. The White House and the Republican-led Congress have a new target: "woke AI. " They ar

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