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May 16 2025WEATHER

Storms on the Horizon: Eastern US Braces for Severe Weather

The eastern half of the United States is in for a rough time. A multi-day severe weather event is unfolding, with Friday being particularly dangerous. This isn't just about rain and thunder. Powerful tornadoes and hurricane-force winds are on the menu. The storm system that caused chaos in the M

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May 16 2025CRIME

The Long Road to Justice for Salman Rushdie

The man who left Salman Rushdie with severe injuries in a 2022 attack has been given a 25-year prison sentence. This is the toughest penalty possible for attempted murder. The attacker, Hadi Matar, was just 27 years old when he carried out the assault. He was found guilty of a serious crime in Febru

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May 16 2025HEALTH

A Baby's Life Saved by Tailored Gene Therapy

A major breakthrough in medicine has occurred. For the first time, doctors have used a custom-made CRISPR-based gene therapy to treat a baby's rare and deadly genetic condition. This isn't just any condition. It's a metabolic disorder that can kill up to half of the children who have it in their inf

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May 16 2025HEALTH

Faith and Therapy: How Beliefs Shape Mental Health Choices

In the USA, the role of religious and spiritual beliefs in mental health treatment is a topic that hasn't been fully explored. It is important to understand how a person's beliefs shape their views on mental health and their preferences for therapy. This is because it can affect how likely they ar

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May 16 2025HEALTH

Art and Healing: A Community's Journey Through Mental Health

In Chippewa Falls, a unique exhibit is making waves during Mental Health Awareness Month. The Heyde Center has teamed up with local experts to showcase how creative expression can boost mental and physical well-being. This collaboration aims to tackle the growing mental health issues in the area, wh

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

How Weather Shapes the Spread of a Banana Disease

The spread of plant diseases can be quite complex. One disease that affects banana plants is caused by a fungus called Pseudocercospora fijiensis. This fungus can travel long distances, which makes it hard to control. To understand how it spreads, researchers studied the fungus in Martinique over

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May 16 2025HEALTH

Unlocking Africa's Medical Potential with Advanced Therapies

Africa faces a major challenge in healthcare. Many people suffer from diseases that could be treated with advanced therapies. These therapies, like cellular and gene treatments, have the power to change lives. They can improve survival rates, enhance quality of life, and reduce side effects. So, why

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May 16 2025HEALTH

Unfairness in German Mental Health Care

The mental health care system in Germany faces a significant challenge: unfair treatment of some patients. This isn't just about one group. It's about how different forms of unfairness overlap and affect people in complex ways. This is what experts call intersectionality. It's a way to understand ho

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

Sharks and Heat:The Basking shark's Unique Warmth

The basking shark, a colossal fish that feeds on plankton, has long been thought to be a cold-blooded creature. However, recent studies have hinted that this giant might have some warm-blooded traits. To dive deeper, researchers compared the basking shark's heat-generating and heat-retaining tissues

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May 16 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Battle: Infections After Kidney Transplants

Kidney transplant recipients often face a tough battle with infectious diarrhea. This is mainly because of the drugs they take to stop their bodies from rejecting the new kidney. These drugs weaken the immune system, making it easier for harmful germs to cause trouble. This can lead to serious probl

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