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Feb 05 2025HEALTH

Boosting Pregnancy Weight Gain with Meds

Pregnancy can be tough, and not gaining enough weight can cause problems for both mom and baby. In Malawi, from 2003 to 2006, researchers wanted to see if giving pregnant women certain medicines could help them gain more weight and reduce anemia. The study focused on women who were in their second

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Feb 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

US Navy Firestorm

A new striking photo shows the US Navy testing a powerful laser weapon on their warship. This laser, called Helios, is designed to take down drones and other threats at the speed of light. Imagine a laser beam so strong it can melt or overheat anything in its path. This isn't just a cool movie tric

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Feb 04 2025FINANCE

Healthy Snack Moves for PepsiCo

Getting healthier to you may sound like something of a chore. Here's a different take on this idea: Let's talk about how some companies, like PepsiCo, are navigating the rising tide of health-conscious consumers and inflation at the same time. One big area to get heads around is the decrea

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Feb 04 2025CRIME

Crash and Recovery: Searching for Answers in the Potomac

In the heart of Washington, D. C. , a grim task is ongoing. The tragic collision of two aircraft over the Potomac River has left the world grappling with shock and loss. The Potomac river is saccharine with the taste of jet fuel, leaving divers to sift through tangled metal and debris. Thousands o

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Feb 04 2025CELEBRITIES

Grammy Glow-Up Gone Awry

Imagine the scene: A gifted designer, Bianca Censori, steps onto the red carpet at the Grammys 2025. It's a high point, a jeweled night. She arrives cloaked in a fur coat she gracefully removes for her gown: an exquisite see-through dress. A noticeable tension appears. A seasoned expert, Judi James,

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Feb 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Browsing Made Easy: Opera Air Takes on Stress

Imagine sitting in front of a computer or phone, overwhelmed by the constant flood of information. Thoughts like "I need a break" or "this is too much" might pop into your head. But there is a new solution to the chaos of the internet. Opera's fresh browser, named Air, isn't just another way to sur

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Websites Vanish: Your Health Info Could Vanish Under Trump

Imagine going on the internet to find health info and finding nothing. That's what a lot of people experienced over a few days. The CDC, which is part of the U. S. government, took down many of its websites. These website held important guides for preventing and treating HIV, STD and contraception.

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Joe Biden goes Hollywood

Joe Biden made a deal with CAA, the big entertainment agency. So now Biden gets treated like a celebrity. Biden and CAA were besties before. CAA wasn't shy about saying how proud they were for being a part of his team. Maybe this is part of Biden's journey to a new career after his big government

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Feb 04 2025WEATHER

Warm Up Your Tires: Snow's Coming to Minnesota

A new round of wintry weather is set to hit Minnesota on Wednesday. The National Weather Service predicts that areas north of I-94 might see a good 2 inches of snow or more. This storm could make roads slippery all over the area, thanks to a mix of precipitation. Snow lovers might be excited, but d

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Does Weather Affect How Active Older People Are?

Ever wondered if the weather outside affects how much older folks move around? Well, it seems it does. Let's dive into this. Did you know? A lot of older adults aren't hitting their physical activity goals. Why? There are multiple factors at play. But one big factor is the weather. Temp

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