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Jun 10 2025POLITICS

The Rare Earths Gambit: Trump and Xi's Phone Call

On June 5th, a phone conversation between U. S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping took place. This was the first direct talk between the two leaders since Trump's second term began and since tensions soared in the 2025 U. S. -China trade war. Trump quickly shared his t

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Jun 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Rapper Speaks Out Against Military Action During Award Show

The BET Awards were a mix of celebration and protest. Doechii, the winner of the best female hip-hop artist award, used her moment in the spotlight to address a pressing issue. She spoke about the ongoing protests in Los Angeles, where the event was held. These protests were a response to immigratio

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Jun 10 2025SPORTS

Oakmont Country Club Hosts the 125th U. S. Open

The 125th U. S. Open is about to start on Thursday at Oakmont Country Club. This is a big deal for golf fans. The first round will kick off with some exciting matchups. The USA Network and Peacock will broadcast the action live. Viewers can catch the featured groups exclusively on Peacock. The

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Jun 10 2025CELEBRITIES

A Legal Battle Continues

A judge has recently dismissed a $400 million defamation lawsuit filed by Justin Baldoni against Blake Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds. This decision does not mean the end of the legal drama, though. Baldoni's lawyer, Bryan Freedman, has made it clear that they plan to refile and amend some of

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Jun 10 2025SCIENCE

June's Sky Spectacle: The Strawberry Moon and Beyond

The night sky in June has a lot to offer. The full moon, often called the strawberry moon, will be visible on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. It will be at its brightest at 3:44 a. m. ET on Wednesday. But the real show starts after sunset on Tuesday. The moon will be low in the east and will st

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Jun 10 2025BUSINESS

The Media Giant's Big Split: What's Next for Warner Bros Discovery?

The media world is buzzing with the news of Warner Bros Discovery's big move. Just a few years back, the company was formed through a massive merger. Now, it's splitting into two separate entities, each with its own path forward. The streaming and studios side, which includes big names like HBO and

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Jun 10 2025HEALTH

The Struggle for Recovery in the Northwest Territories

The Northwest Territories in Canada face a significant challenge with high rates of hospitalizations and deaths linked to alcohol and drug use. This issue is complicated by the region's small, diverse population, making it difficult to provide effective substance use recovery services. A recent stud

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Jun 10 2025HEALTH

Pharmacies Role in Fighting Opioid Crisis

Opioid misuse is a serious problem in the USA. There are way too many opioid prescriptions being filled. This means that there are lots of leftover pills just sitting in medicine cabinets. These pills can be dangerous. They can end up being used by people who should not have them. This is calle

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Jun 10 2025HEALTH

Is the Sober Curious Trend the Key to Cutting Down on Alcohol?

Alcohol is a big issue in public health. It is deeply rooted in society, making it tough to find effective ways to cut down on drinking. Instead of rolling out another intervention, researchers are looking into the "sober curious" trend. This movement has picked up steam thanks to social media influ

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Jun 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Bug Eating Trend: What Young Turks Think About Insects on Their Plates

The world is heating up, and rain is becoming scarce. This is making it tough to grow enough food for everyone. Plus, the weather is getting wilder. So, scientists are looking for new, eco-friendly food sources. Insects are one of those options. They are packed with nutrients and are kinder to the e

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