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Apr 15 2025SPORTS

WNBA Draft: Star Player's Recent Struggles Raise Eyebrows

The 2025 WNBA Draft is set to kick off in New York City at 7:30 p. m. ET on Monday night. The city is buzzing with excitement as the future stars of the league gather. Before the draft, these athletes took a moment to enjoy the city's iconic views from the top of the Empire State Building. Among the

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Apr 15 2025BUSINESS

Why Did Facebook Buy Instagram?

Facebook's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, recently faced tough questions in a courtroom. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is trying to prove that Facebook is a monopoly. They claim that Facebook bought Instagram to get rid of a competitor. The FTC showed emails from 2012. In these emails, Zuckerberg talke

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

Silicon Valley's Changing Political Tide

The tech world is often seen as a place of innovation and progress. Yet, it's also a place where political views are shifting. Jeremy Lyons is one of many who have noticed this change. He used to see himself as someone who wasn't too involved in politics. He had only taken part in one protest bef

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

Cannabis Use and Dementia Risk in Older Adults

It is no secret that cannabis use is on the rise among older adults. A recent study has brought to light a concerning trend. Older adults who have gone to the hospital or emergency room due to cannabis use may face a higher risk of developing dementia. This risk is nearly double compared to their

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

U. S. Government Eyes Big Changes for Global Engagement

The current administration is considering major changes to how the U. S. interacts with the world. The Office of Management and Budget has suggested cutting the State Department’s budget by nearly half. This would mean shutting down many overseas missions and reducing the number of diplomats. The pr

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Apr 15 2025SPORTS

A Golden Sprint and a Baton Blunder

Kung Fu Kenny, also known as Kenny Bednarek, made a stunning comeback in the 100m sprint at the Grand Slam Track meet. He snatched victory from Jamaica's Oblique Seville by a mere 0. 01 seconds. This win was not just about speed, but also about resilience. Bednarek had to dig deep, especially after

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

How Texting With Counselors Is Changing Mental Health Support

Mental health struggles are common. About 1 in 5 adults in the US face some form of mental illness. Sadly, many people struggle to get the help they need. This is often due to issues like lack of access to services or the stigma surrounding mental health. One solution that's gaining traction is digi

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Apr 15 2025SCIENCE

How Land and Labor Shaped Past Wealth Gaps

People have always been curious about how economic inequality came to be. One big question is how different ways of getting food, like farming, herding, and foraging, have affected how wealth is spread out. Some people think that societies where owning land was key to producing food had bigger wealt

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Apr 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

Nanomaterials and Water Creatures: The Hidden Impact

Black phosphorus nanosheets (BPNS) are a hot topic in the world of science and technology. These tiny, two-dimensional sheets are amazing for many reasons. They have unique properties that make them useful in medicine and tech. But there is a downside. As they become more popular, there are worries

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

Education's Role in Daily Health Choices

Education plays a big part in how people make daily health choices. It's not just about knowing what's good for you. It's also about how your surroundings and social life affect your habits. Two studies in Germany looked into this. They focused on smoking and drinking sugary drinks. These habits are

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