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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

Youth of DOGE: Defending a colleague or not? ,

You might have heard about Vice President JD Vance lending a helping hand to a DOGE employee's actions. DOGE staffer, 25-year-old Marko Elez, had to step down in 2024. DOGE had operated under new leadership. DOGE got Norwegian CEO. "Make more lean". "Elimination 70%".

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Feb 07 2025WEATHER

Night Attack: Loved Twisted Together

At around 8:27 pm on Thursday, a suspected tornado struck small communities in Morgan County, East Tennessee, causing severe damage during the winter storm event impact across the eastern US. It's a tragic event, a mother, and a daughter, both died in a family home. Other tornadoes in Febru

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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

Government in Crisis

The Trump presidency has kicked off with a bang, shaking up the federal workforce. In just a few weeks, tens of thousands of workers have been affected by drastic changes. There are two main reasons to look at this. First, key staff have been fired, and departments have been frozen in their tracks.

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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

United We Stand: ICC Faces Off Against Trump's Sanctions

The International Criminal Court (ICC), based in The Netherlands, found itself in a hot debate. The court's work and independence were threatened by new sanctions imposed by the Trump administration in the U. S. The ICC needs to stay independent and fair, so the court took a stand. The ICC

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Feb 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

Fuel Cells: Solving the Big Picture with Tiny Details

Imagine trying to make a super-efficient car that runs on fuel cells. It's a big dream, and to achieve it, scientists have to understand every tiny part of how these fuel cells work. These fuel cells, called Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs), need to be better and last longer. Lots of

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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

Time to Upgrade Our Skies: Lessons from a Deadly Crash

Ever noticed how old some of our infrastructure is? Well, President Trump turned the spotlight on our aging air traffic control system. You don't need to be an expert to know 67 people died in a midair crash. This catastrophe took place somewhere near Reagan National Airport. It involved

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Feb 07 2025CRIME

Helicopter Without Tracking System Involved in River Crash.

"The technology used to keep a close eye on military choppers was not working during the crash in the Potomac River. Why did this happen? " Every year, Army helicopters have to do training exercises. This includes using tracking technology so that air traffic management can track them. This helps k

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Feb 07 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Impact: Breastsfeeding's Connection to Partner Violence

Let's dive into a topic that's not often discussed. Breastfeeding helps tiny humans grow big so that they reach their developmental milestones. But what happens when a mother experiences physical and emotional abuse? The challenges faced by new moms are already monumental. Now, let's imagine a

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Feb 07 2025HEALTH

A Global Look at Brain Tumor Patients' Challenges

Brain tumor patients and their loved ones deal with a lot of hurdles around the world. These issues range from access to treatment to emotional support, and they can make life harder for those affected. Imagine facing a serious health issue and not having the right care or support. This is a reality

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Feb 07 2025BUSINESS

The Struggle of Small Businesses in B. C.

Let's dive into the numbers. Small businesses in B. C. saw their sales shrink by 5% in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the same time frame in 2023. To put this into perspective, this drop was the biggest among the three closely watched Canadian provinces: B. C. , Alberta, and Ontario.

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