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Apr 14 2025SCIENCE

Why Most Carbon Asteroids Don't Make It to Earth

The solar system is filled with carbon-rich asteroids, but only a tiny fraction of these ever reach Earth's surface. This is a big problem for scientists who study space rocks. They want to understand why so few carbonaceous asteroids make it to our planet. A group of astronomers did some digging an

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Apr 14 2025HEALTH

Tech's Role in Keeping Minds Sharp

The use of technology has become a hot topic when it comes to its effects on the brain. With many people now reaching old age having grown up with technology, researchers wanted to see how it affects their mental sharpness. They dug into 57 studies involving over 400, 000 older adults. The result

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Apr 14 2025BUSINESS

Car Stocks Surge as Trump Promises Support to Automakers

Car companies saw a boost in their stock prices during Monday's trading. This happened after the U. S. President made some remarks about helping out certain car manufacturers. The president met with the leader of El Salvador. During this meeting, he mentioned that some car companies need more time.

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Apr 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Coachella 2025: The Good, the Bad, and the Bizarre

Coachella 2025 was a rollercoaster of events. The festival kicked off with a massive traffic jam, leaving many attendees stranded for hours. Imagine the frustration of finally reaching the venue, only to find that the wristband scanners were malfunctioning. To make matters worse, temperatures soared

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Apr 14 2025EDUCATION

Universities Under Fire: Government vs. Academic Freedom

For decades, the federal government has been a key player in funding universities. This partnership has led to major breakthroughs in medicine, engineering, and science. These advancements have improved lives worldwide. Lately, the government has been threatening to cut ties with some universities.

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Apr 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Switch 2: What's the Hold-Up?

The gaming world is buzzing with anticipation for the Nintendo Switch 2. However, fans in the U. S. and Canada are in for a wait. Pre-orders, initially set for April 9, 2025, have been pushed back. This delay is due to new tariffs announced by the U. S. president. The tariffs affect imports from

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Apr 14 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Auto Tariff Flip-Flop: A New Twist in the Trade War Saga

The global economy is feeling the heat of an ongoing trade war. In a surprising move, the U. S. President hinted at a possible pause on auto tariffs. This shift comes after he had previously imposed a 25% tax on imported cars. The idea is to give car manufacturers some breathing room to adjust th

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Apr 14 2025POLITICS

Salvador's Leader Stands Firm on Deported Man

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele made a bold statement during a meeting with former U. S. President Donald Trump. He declared that he would not send back a man who was mistakenly deported to his country. The man in question is Kilmar Abrego Garcia. The Justice Department had previously ackn

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Apr 14 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Struggle Amidst Global Economic Uncertainty

The world of cryptocurrency is facing a tough time. Bitcoin, the most famous digital currency, has been stuck in a holding pattern. Meanwhile, a big shot in the finance world, Ray Dalio, has some serious warnings about the global economy. He thinks the U. S. might be heading for something much worse

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Apr 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Last of Us: Why Abby's Story Got a Big Change for TV

The HBO series The Last of Us had to make some big changes to Abby's story. In the video game, players don't find out much about Abby until about halfway through. She's a new character who is both good and bad, but her past and reasons aren't clear at first. Players only start to understand her when

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