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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

How Floods Hit People with HIV Harder in South Africa

People with HIV in South Africa face extra challenges when floods hit. These storms don't just cause damage to homes and roads. They also make it harder for people to get their medicine, see doctors, and earn money. In KwaZulu-Natal, floods have been hitting often. This area has many people with HIV

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Jul 10 2025SCIENCE

Space Science at Risk: Former NASA Leaders Fight for Funding

Seven former heads of NASA's science programs have joined forces to protest a huge budget cut. They want Congress to say no to a 47% reduction in NASA's 2026 science budget. This cut could stop many space missions and hurt thousands of scientists and engineers. It could also make the U. S. fall behi

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Jul 10 2025EDUCATION

How Police Activity and Violence Affect School Attendance

In New York City, a recent study looked at how police actions and violent crimes impact student attendance. The research used data from public schools over six years, from 2013 to 2019. It focused on two main things: arrests made by police and reported violent crimes. The study found something inte

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

How News Shapes Our View of Doctors: A Closer Look

In China, news often shows doctors in a tough light. They're portrayed as overworked, underpaid, and even victims of violence. This paints a picture of doctors as vulnerable. But how does this affect how we see them? The way media shows doctors can send confusing messages. It's not always clear if

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Jul 09 2025WEATHER

Ruidoso's Repeated Struggles: Flash Floods Strike Again

Ruidoso, New Mexico, is no stranger to disasters. Just a year after battling wildfires, the village faced another tragedy: flash floods that claimed three lives, including two young children. The heavy rains turned the Rio Ruidoso river into a raging torrent, reaching a record height of 20 feet in m

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Jul 09 2025CRIME

Los Angeles Sees Big Drop in Homicides: What's Behind the Change?

Los Angeles is seeing a big drop in homicides. The city is on track to have the fewest murders in nearly 60 years. This is a huge deal because crime rates have been a big talking point in politics lately. The numbers show a clear trend. In the first half of the year, homicides dropped by more than

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Jul 09 2025BUSINESS

Behind the Scenes: The Power of HR in Ethiopian Workplaces

In Ethiopia's bustling factories, HR managers are often overlooked. They do more than just hire and fire. They are key players in shaping a company's future. Yet, their role varies greatly across different industries. A recent study revealed some interesting insights. It involved 282 HR leaders and

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Your Home: A Silent Heart Health Influencer

The place where you live does more than just provide shelter. It can also play a role in your heart health, even if you don't realize it. High blood pressure is a serious issue that can lead to heart attacks and strokes. But here's something interesting: scientists are still trying to figure out how

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Jul 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Floods in Texas: A Warning of Things to Come?

The recent floods in Texas have left over 100 people dead and many more missing. These floods were caused by a storm that dumped a large amount of rain in a short period of time. This type of storm is becoming more common as the planet warms. Experts have warned that these floods could be a sign of

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Jul 08 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Turbulent Times: Beyond the Headlines

Tesla's recent struggles are more than just a public spat between Elon Musk and Donald Trump. The company's financial health is deteriorating, and it might be back to losing money. This isn't just about Musk's political antics; there are deeper issues at play. Musk was once Trump's biggest financia

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