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May 26 2025HEALTH

The Silent Struggle: How Past Hurts Shape Health in Drug Users

In the world of drug use, there's a hidden battle that often goes unnoticed. This fight isn't about the drugs themselves, but about the lasting effects of tough times in childhood. These tough times are called adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs for short. They can leave deep marks on a person's

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May 26 2025BUSINESS

Musk's Wins and Losses Under Trump's Watch

Elon Musk's companies have seen a mix of gains and setbacks since the Trump administration took office. Some government investigations into his businesses have slowed down or stopped. This has given Musk's firms, especially SpaceX, a chance to get billions in new government contracts. On the global

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May 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Do We Trust AI? The Role of Our Beliefs

People often think of artificial intelligence as having feelings and thoughts. This is especially true with large language models. These models are advanced AI systems that can understand and generate human language. Many users believe that these systems have mental states, like emotions and conscio

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May 26 2025BUSINESS

The Hidden Costs of Cheap Chinese Imports

In the world of international trade, there's a sneaky game going on. Chinese sellers are luring U. S. buyers with enticing offers. They promise to cover all import taxes and duties. Sounds too good to be true? It often is. This practice is fueling a shadowy network of illegal activities. At the hea

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May 26 2025BUSINESS

The Uncertain Road for Small Businesses in the Trade War

The trade war has been a rollercoaster for small businesses. The recent news of reduced tariffs between the US and China might seem like a win, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows for small business owners. For many, the struggle is far from over. The tariffs have been a massive headache for sma

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May 26 2025SCIENCE

A New Weapon Against Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is a big deal. It's the second most common type of skin cancer. It's called cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma or CSCC for short. It's not usually life-threatening, but it can cause serious problems. The tumor's nature varies a lot from person to person. This makes treatment tricky. To un

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May 26 2025CRIME

American Man's Failed Plot to Attack U. S. Embassy in Israel

A man was taken into custody at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York. This was after he attempted to attack a U. S. Embassy office in Tel Aviv, Israel. The man, Joseph Neumeyer, is both an American and a German citizen. He was first detained in Israel on May 19. This happened after he had a nasty ru

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May 26 2025POLITICS

How US Students Can Safeguard Democracy

The head of the Federal Reserve, Jay Powell, recently spoke to university students about the importance of protecting democracy. He highlighted that American universities are a key strength of the country, leading in innovation and economic growth. These institutions are admired worldwide and are vi

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May 26 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's President Calls Out Global Inaction Amidst Heavy Russian Strikes

The night sky over Ukraine was lit up by a massive barrage of Russian drones and missiles. This was the biggest aerial assault since the war began. At least 12 people, including three young siblings, lost their lives. Dozens more were hurt in attacks that spread across the country. The strikes came

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May 26 2025POLITICS

A Visit to Remember in Israel

A high-ranking U. S. official made a significant trip to Israel recently. Kristi Noem, the Homeland Security Secretary, touched down in Israel on a Sunday. This visit came right after a tragic event in Washington, D. C. where two Israeli embassy workers lost their lives. The trip was arranged by the

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