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Dec 25 2025POLITICS

Bethlehem's Christmas Celebrations: A Glimpse of Joy Amid Ongoing Struggles

Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus, saw Christmas celebrations return after a two-year break, but the joy was muted by the harsh realities faced by Palestinians in the West Bank. The Church of Nativity hosted morning mass, with crowds gathering in Manger Square for the first time since the festiviti

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Dec 25 2025HEALTH

How Caregiving Roles Affect Mental Health in China

In China, as people live longer, many middle-aged and older adults find themselves juggling multiple caregiving roles. This situation, often called being a "sandwich generation, " involves caring for parents, spouses, and grandchildren simultaneously. A recent study explored how different patterns o

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Dec 25 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Holiday Slump: A Look at Past Dips and Potential Surges

Bitcoin's value has dropped by about 7% since last Christmas. This might seem like bad news, but looking back, similar drops have often been followed by big gains. Over the past 12 years, there have been three times when Bitcoin's value was lower on Christmas Eve than the year before: in 2014, 2018,

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Dec 25 2025HEALTH

AI in Healthcare: A Closer Look at the Risks and Rewards

The use of AI in healthcare is growing fast. But, there are worries about patient safety. This is because there aren't enough rules to make sure AI gives good advice. A recent study looked at how AI can help doctors. It found that AI can be useful, but it can also be risky. The risks depend on the

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Dec 24 2025HEALTH

How Protein Quality Affects Pig Health During Infections

Pigs face different health challenges when infected with various pathogens. A recent study looked at how hard-to-digest protein in their food affects their well-being when they get sick. The focus was on two common pig illnesses: E. coli and Salmonella. Thirty-two young pigs were split into two gro

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Dec 24 2025HEALTH

Kids and the New Insulin Delivery System: A Year in Review

Poland recently approved the MiniMed 780G, a smart insulin delivery system. While it's been tested a lot, there's not much info on how it works for kids just diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. So, researchers decided to look into this. They wanted to see how well it controls blood sugar compared to old

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Dec 24 2025HEALTH

Hospitals and States Push for Safer IV Bags

In the U. S. , there's a growing push to remove a harmful chemical from IV bags and tubing. This chemical, called DEHP, is used to make plastic flexible. It's been linked to serious health issues, including cancer. Yet, it's still widely used in medical equipment. Recently, more hospitals are start

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Dec 23 2025SPORTS

The Patriots' Unexpected Journey to the Super Bowl

The Patriots have surprised everyone this season. Just a year after having a tough time with only four wins, they are now one of the top teams. No one expected them to do so well, so fast. At the start of the season, most people thought the Patriots would improve, but not this much. They were hopin

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Dec 23 2025WEATHER

Unusual Warmth: A Mild Start to the New Year?

The country is in for a surprisingly warm Christmas week, with this mild trend likely to stick around as we step into the New Year. This unexpected warmth could even break some records, especially in the Southern Plains. Places like Wichita and points south might see temperatures soaring high enough

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Dec 23 2025FINANCE

From the Field to the Boardroom: Unlikely Journeys to Wall Street

Wall Street isn't just for finance graduates. Some of its rising stars come from unexpected backgrounds, blending diverse experiences into successful careers. Take Lamar Cardinez, for example. He once dreamed of playing pro football. When that didn't pan out, he stayed close to sports, interning at

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