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May 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

14 Films to Keep an Eye on at Cannes

The Cannes Film Festival is back, and it's packed with films that are sure to make waves. Among the highlights are some big names and fresh faces, all bringing unique stories to the screen. The festival will showcase a mix of genres, from thrillers to dramas, and even some comedies. One of the most

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May 14 2025POLITICS

The Big Bill Breakdown: What's Inside?

The Republican party is pushing hard to get a massive bill through Congress. This bill is all about tax cuts, changes to social programs, and beefing up border security. The goal? To keep some of President Trump's campaign promises. The tax cuts are huge, totaling over $5 trillion. This includes ma

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May 14 2025SPORTS

Trey Hendrickson's Contract Drama: Where Does It Go From Here?

Trey Hendrickson, a standout defensive player for the Cincinnati Bengals, made a bold statement on Tuesday. He showed up at Paycor Stadium, not in practice gear, but in a suit and hat, ready to talk to the media. This wasn't just a casual chat. Hendrickson had some serious things to say about his co

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May 14 2025HEALTH

Fluoride Supplements for Kids Under Scrutiny

The FDA has started the process to take away fluoride pills for kids from the market. These pills are different from fluoride toothpaste or mouthwash. Kids swallow these pills, and they have never been okayed by the FDA. There's worry that swallowing fluoride can mess up the good bacteria in a child

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May 14 2025SCIENCE

How Repeating Lies Can Trick Your Brain

When it comes to believing things, our brains can be surprisingly easy to fool. This is especially true in the digital age, where we are constantly bombarded with information from all sorts of sources. Some of these sources are more trustworthy than others. Advertising, for example, is often not the

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May 14 2025LIFESTYLE

New Donut Spot Coming to Ashburn

A new donut shop is set to open in Ashburn this summer. This isn't just any donut shop. It's a place where you can get a taste of Amish-style treats without traveling to Amish country. The shop is part of a family-owned business called Yoder's Dutch Delights. They are known for their homemade donuts

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May 14 2025BUSINESS

Cutting Costs, Boosting AI: What's Happening at Microsoft?

Microsoft is making a big move to cut costs. They are saying goodbye to 7, 000 employees. That's about 3% of their total workforce. This is a significant step, especially since the last big layoff was in 2023. The cuts will happen everywhere, in all departments and countries. This isn't about perfor

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May 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Two Audio Powerhouses Join Forces

A new alliance has been forged in the world of audio technology. Nothing, a brand known for its smartphones and earbuds, has teamed up with Kef, a company with over 60 years of experience in audio products. This partnership aims to push the boundaries of what premium audio can offer. The collaborat

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May 14 2025EDUCATION

California's Future: Why Cutting CSU Funding Is a Bad Idea

The California State University system is the biggest public university network in the country. It is home to 23 campuses and seven off-campus centers. Together, they enroll more than 450, 000 students. Most of these students are from California. Many of them are the first in their families to go to

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May 13 2025POLITICS

Afrikaners in America: A Controversial Move

The United States has recently welcomed a group of white South Africans, known as Afrikaners, as refugees. This move has sparked a lot of debate. These individuals are descendants of Dutch settlers who arrived in South Africa centuries ago. They are now seeking refuge in the US, claiming they face h

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