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Aug 03 2025HEALTH

How Beliefs and Past Experiences Shape Vaccine Acceptance

People's thoughts about vaccines and their past experiences with them can greatly influence how they feel about new vaccines. A recent study looked at how beliefs in vaccine conspiracies affect the willingness to get the dengue vaccine, especially considering the side effects people had from the COV

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Aug 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Vanessa Kirby's Hidden Gem: A Crime Thriller You Might Have Missed

Vanessa Kirby, known for her role as Sue Storm in the recent "Fantastic Four" movie, had a lesser-known part in a 2015 crime thriller called "Bone in the Throat. " This film tells the story of a young chef who takes a job at his uncle's restaurant, only to discover it's being used by the London mob

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Aug 03 2025HEALTH

Stem Cell Therapy: A Game-Changer or Just Hype?

The UFC has teamed up with the Cellular Performance Institute (CPI), a big name in stem cell and regenerative medicine. This deal means CPI's branding will be seen at major UFC events, like Pay-Per-View and Fight Night. CPI is now the UFC's first-ever Official Global Stem Cell Therapy Partner. Stem

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Aug 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Living with Predators: Why Fear Shouldn't Dictate Our Choices

Predators like bears and wolves have always stirred strong feelings in people. We love them in stories and as cuddly toys, but we often fear them in reality. This fear can lead to harmful actions, like hunting them to near extinction. Yet, these animals play a vital role in nature. They help keep ec

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Aug 02 2025POLITICS

A Cry for Help: Families Demand Action as Hostages Suffer in Gaza

In Tel Aviv, families of Israeli hostages held in Gaza gathered to voice their desperation. This came after militant groups released videos showing their loved ones in poor health. The footage, shared by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, displayed hostages Evyatar David and Rom Braslavski in a we

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Aug 02 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Guidance in Turmoil: Top Medical Groups Sidelined

A significant shift is happening in how vaccine recommendations are made in the U. S. Several major medical organizations have been told they can't be part of the groups that advise on vaccines. This includes big names like the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Th

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Aug 02 2025HEALTH

Africa's Fight for Medicine Independence

Africa's dependence on foreign medicines is a big problem. This issue started during colonial times and got worse later on. Many African countries used to make their own medicines, but things changed. The government-run drug factories were closed. Also, rules about patents made it hard for Africa to

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Aug 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Chicago's Week in a Nutshell: From Music to Politics and Everything In Between

Chicago was buzzing this week, with Lollapalooza bringing in crowds and big-name artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Tyler, the Creator. But the city wasn't just about music; politics was heating up too. Governor Pritzker signed some important bills, including one to boost pensions for certain Chicago p

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Aug 01 2025OPINION

Why America Should Embrace a Digital Dollar

The world is moving towards digital money. China and Europe are already making big moves with their digital currencies. Yet, some in the U. S. are resisting the idea of a digital dollar. This hesitation could cost Americans a lot of money and privacy. Right now, private companies handle most digita

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Aug 01 2025SCIENCE

Goat Embryos and the Freezing Challenge: What's the Best Prep?

Goat embryos face a tough journey when they're frozen for later use. Scientists wanted to find out how to keep them healthy before the big freeze. They tested three different methods to see which one worked best. First, they looked at how long embryos were kept in a dish at body temperature. Some w

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