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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Why Do We Forget Presidents? The Science Behind It

People often struggle to remember all the U. S. presidents, and a recent incident with Vice President JD Vance highlights this issue. Vance could only name two of Ohio's eight presidents when asked. This isn't just about Vance's memory; it's a common problem for many Americans. Research shows that

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Who's Getting a Break from President Trump?

President Trump has been handing out pardons and sentence reductions like candy. Recently, he pardoned former aide Rudy Giuliani, ex-White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, and others accused of trying to overturn the 2020 election results. But that's not all. He's also shown mercy to former U. S.

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Oct 29 2025HEALTH

President's Health Check: What's the Big Deal?

President Donald Trump recently had an MRI scan, his second medical visit this year. This has sparked a lot of talk about his health, especially since he is one of the oldest presidents in U. S. history. Trump shared the results with reporters, saying everything was "perfect. " But he didn't explai

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

Africa's Old Guard vs. Young Dreamers

Across Africa, a striking contrast is unfolding. Some of the world's oldest leaders are at the helm of nations with some of the youngest populations. This age gap has sparked debates and demands for change, especially from the younger generation. In Cameroon, President Paul Biya, at 92, has been in

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Jun 25 2025EDUCATION

Choosing the Right Leaders for Iran's Medical Schools

In Iran, picking the right leaders for medical universities is a big deal. These leaders also run the health systems in their areas. So, it's important to get it right. But how do they choose them? And what skills should these leaders have? This piece looks at how Iran does it and compares it to oth

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May 11 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Children Pay the Price

The recent conflict in Gaza has taken a heavy toll on civilians, particularly women and children. In a span of just one night, 15 people lost their lives due to Israeli strikes. Among the victims were several children and their parents, who were killed when their tents were hit in the southern city

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May 11 2025POLITICS

How Europe's Peace Bid for Ukraine Fizzled Out

The European leaders' trip to Ukraine on May 10th was hyped as a game-changer. The UK's prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer, spoke of a 30-day ceasefire offer from Ukraine. This was a big deal. It was a chance to push Russia towards peace. The idea was to show that Russia still wanted war. It was also

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May 08 2025POLITICS

Energy Shocks and Europe's Political Climate

The impact of energy uncertainty on political stability across Europe has been a hot topic in recent years. We are going to take a look at how energy risk has played a role in the political climate of 35 European countries from 2000 to 2022. This is a critical look at the topic. It's important to

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Apr 22 2025EDUCATION

University Leaders Unite Against Government Interference

The Trump administration has been on a mission to control higher education. Over 150 university presidents have banded together to push back. They are not happy about the government's attempts to control what happens on campuses. This is a big deal because it shows that universities are standing up

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Elite Schools Navigate Political Storms

The political climate has forced elite universities to adapt quickly. Some leaders are hiring conservative figures and meeting with Republican officials to soften the impact of federal pressure. This includes funding cuts, investigations, and arrests of international students and faculty. Instead of

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