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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

President Trump's Surprise Move: Leaving WHO

You know how sometimes people leave a club or an organization because they're not happy? Well, President Trump just did something like that. He announced that the US is leaving the World Health Organization, or WHO. This group is like a big club that helps countries work together on health problems.

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Trump's First Day: Markets React to New Orders

It was a busy morning for U. S. Treasury yields, which took a dip at the start of Tuesday. Why? Investors were processing some big news: President Donald Trump had returned to the White House and signed a bunch of new executive orders. The 10-year Treasury yield was down by over 2 basis points to 4.

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Jan 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Improving Tropical Cyclone Forecasts: A New Way to Predict Rapid Intensification

Tropical cyclones, especially ones that quickly gain strength, are tough to forecast. When these storms intensify by 27 miles per hour within a day, it's called rapid intensification (RI). This is tricky to predict, with current models only getting it right about 82. 6% of the time, and incorrectly

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Jan 22 2025SCIENCE

Fingerprints: Sibling Similarities & Forensic Clues

Ever wondered if siblings share similar fingerprints? That's what a recent study explored. Scientists compared thumbprints of 72 sibling pairs and 72 non-sibling pairs from 36 families. Using the Jaccard Similarity Index, they found a surprising 69. 44% similarity in thumbprint patterns among siblin

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Jan 22 2025CRYPTO

Trump's Meme Coin Adventure: A Cryptic Tale

President Trump once promised crypto enthusiasts a brighter future. But before he even took office, he launched a digital asset called a meme coin. These coins are known for their hype and are often used in scams. While Trump's coin seems to have safeguards against sudden sell-offs, some are worried

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Jan 22 2025SPORTS

Bone Stress Injuries in College Runners: A Seasonal Snapshot

Bone stress injuries (BSIs) are a common problem for college athletes, especially those who run long distances like cross-country and track runners. Surprisingly, not much research has been done to figure out if these injuries happen more at certain times of the year, or if different parts of the bo

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Jan 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Laura Dern's Heartfelt Message to David Lynch on His Birthday

Laura Dern, the acclaimed actress, took to Instagram to share a warm tribute to her long-time collaborator and friend, David Lynch, on his birthday. With a sweet picture of the two, she wrote, "Happy birthday, tidbit. I'll miss and love you every day. " Lynch, known for his unique nicknames for his

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

World Leaders React: Hope and Worry After Trump's Inauguration

When Donald Trump became the 47th US president, leaders worldwide reacted with a mix of excitement, apprehension, and outright defiance. Panama's President José Raúl Mulino swiftly reassured his citizens that the Panama Canal would remain under their control, despite Trump's comments. Meanwhile, Mex

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

The Online Hub for Reproductive Health: What Happened?

Imagine you were trying to find reliable info on reproductive health online, like abortion rights or contraception. You might have visited reproductiverights. gov, a site launched by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. But something weird happened. On the night of President Trump's in

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Jan 21 2025WEATHER

Snow Alert: What to Expect in South Carolina

Hey, South Carolina! Are you ready for some snow? A big storm is headed our way, and it's going to be a chilly one. The Midlands should see snowfall starting later today and continuing into Wednesday morning, with the most snow predicted south of I-20. So, what's the deal with this storm? It's brin

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