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May 03 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather: Warm Saturday, Cool Sunday

The weekend ahead brings a mix of weather conditions. Saturday is shaping up to be the warmer day, with temperatures reaching the low 80s. This warmth will be felt across most areas, but not everywhere. The South Shore and Cape & Islands will be cooler. This is due to fog, low clouds, and a breeze c

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May 03 2025SCIENCE

Antibiotics and Coral Health: A Hidden Impact

Coral reefs are in trouble. Diseases are hitting them hard and often. To fight back, scientists are using antibiotics. These medicines can stop diseases from spreading. However, there is a catch. Antibiotics do not just attack the bad stuff. They also change the good bacteria living on corals. These

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May 03 2025EDUCATION

New Leader Takes the Helm at California's Top University

James B. Milliken has been chosen to lead the University of California system. He will be the 22nd person to hold this position. The University of California is a big deal. It has 10 campuses, six medical centers, and three labs. Milliken is no stranger to big jobs. He has been the head of the Univ

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May 03 2025POLITICS

Public TV and Radio Under Fire: The Fight for Funding

Public TV and radio are in a tough spot. The president has signed an order to cut their funding. This move is seen as a big threat to educational and news programming that many Americans rely on. The leaders of PBS and NPR are not taking this lying down. They have vowed to fight back. They say the o

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May 03 2025POLITICS

Voters in Kooyong: What's Really on Their Minds?

A tight race is unfolding in the Kooyong electorate, a place that has seen its fair share of drama. The Liberal candidate, Amelia Hamer, is eager to win back the seat for her party. Hamer is up against Dr. Monique Ryan, the current independent MP who has been making waves in the once-safe Liberal s

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May 03 2025POLITICS

The Social Security Data Showdown

The Trump administration is pushing for a significant change in how Social Security data is handled. They want the Supreme Court to allow Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to access sensitive information. This data includes school records, bank details, salary info, and even medical an

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May 03 2025POLITICS

Wisconsin's Governor Stands Firm Amid Arrest Threats

Wisconsin's governor, Tony Evers, is not backing down despite recent threats from a high-ranking official in the Trump administration. The official hinted that Evers could face arrest due to guidelines he issued for state employees dealing with federal immigration agents. Evers made it clear that he

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May 03 2025POLITICS

The New American Dream: Poverty as Progress?

The recent economic downturn in the U. S. has sparked a peculiar response from the current administration. As the economy shrank for the first time in years, the stock market plummeted, and business owners warned of potential shortages. Instead of addressing these concerns, some officials have start

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May 03 2025POLITICS

Maine's Stand for Trans Rights Pays Off

Maine's fight for transgender rights in sports has resulted in a significant victory. The state won't lose crucial school funding after all. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has backed down from its plan to freeze funds for a child nutrition program. This program feeds around 172, 000 kids in

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May 03 2025HEALTH

The Importance of Timely Pregnancy Check-ups in Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, the health of both mothers and their babies is closely linked to when and how often pregnant women receive check-ups. These visits, known as antenatal care (ANC), are vital for keeping both moms and their unborn children healthy. However, the country is still working towards meeting g

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