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Feb 06 2025SCIENCE

Green Dream or Tough Reality? Swapping Acid for Better Health

The process of forming and building proteins is a delicate task that could benefit from the removal of harmful substances. Scientists and researchers have been experimenting with safer alternatives to lessen the risk of contamination to humans and to the planet itself. If you break down the tw

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Feb 05 2025CRYPTO

Uncovering the Clarity Behind the U. S. Bitcoin Hold

The United States is making moves in the crypto world, but there's no official word on a Bitcoin reserve yet. David Sacks, who holds a title that's similar to being the White House's crypto czar, had a press conference. He didn't spill any specific plans about storing Bitcoin. Instead, he just talk

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Feb 04 2025CRYPTO

Inside the Bid to Shape US Crypto Policy

Picture this: Tech gurus and crypto supporters across America are eagerly seeking a spot on the new crypto advisory council firestorm. No, there's no app but word of this is spreading fast, causing a frenzy. The now former President, stepped into office, and liked it, promising a bright future for

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Feb 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Big Changes: EU's AI Rules Are Now in Effect

The EU has taken a big step forward in regulating artificial intelligence. It's the first major region to create comprehensive rules for AI. The EU AI Act is now active. This means certain AI uses are now illegal and companies have to be careful about how they use AI. It is a huge change. The E

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Feb 01 2025CRYPTO

How Trump has Shaken the Cryptoworld

Trump's unexpected victory has put the crypto community into a frenzy. The world was questioning whether his administration would keep the grand promises he made on the campaign trail, or if they would fall flat on his face. A lot can change in a short time, right? Trump had promised crypto enthusia

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Does Trump's Plan Really Make Homes Cheaper?

President Donald Trump has a plan to make homes more affordable by cutting regulations. But is it as simple as it sounds? Let's dive in! First, regulations: Trump thinks high home prices are due to regulations. He's right that regulations can add costs. However, many of these rules are set by state

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Jan 22 2025CRYPTO

Trump and Melania's Crypto Tokens Take a Nosedive

The cryptocurrencies tied to Donald and Melania Trump, known as "Official Trump" and "Melania Meme, " saw their values plummet recently. "Official Trump" lost over 20% of its value in just 24 hours, dropping to $38. This dramatic drop reversed some of the gains seen since the coin's launch last week

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Jan 18 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin's Rollercoaster Week: Prices Soar, Fed's Role, and Trump's Plans

Bitcoin ended the week on a high note, reaching over $105, 000 right before Donald Trump's second-term inauguration. At the start, it was slumping, dipping below $90, 000 due to Fed interest rate concerns. Inflation data on Wednesday showed a rise, which raised hopes for another Fed rate cut. Bitcoi

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Zeldin's EPA Plan: Balance Economy and Environment

Lee Zeldin, nominated to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has a plan. He wants to cut back on federal regulations that he thinks are hurting the economy. But he promises to keep protecting the environment and people's health. Zeldin has experience working with both parties to pass law

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

Reviewing Citric Acid Esters for Baby Food Safety

In 2020, the Food Additives and Flavourings Panel (FAF Panel) took a fresh look at citric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (known as E 472c). Alongside this, they reviewed similar substances like acetic and tartaric acid esters (E 472a, b, d, e, f). The FAF Panel was later asked

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