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Jul 04 2025HEALTH

How Fathers' Past Hurts Can Shape a Baby's World

Fathers' past struggles might influence how their babies see faces. This isn't about pointing fingers. It's about seeing how tough times can ripple through generations. A recent study involved 239 dads and their 8-month-old babies. The dads talked about their childhood hardships. The babies' eye mov

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

Trump's War on the Press: A Dangerous Game

Donald Trump has been on a mission to silence critics in the media. His latest tactic? Using the power of the government to intimidate news outlets. The Wall Street Journal, owned by Rupert Murdoch, has called out Trump for this behavior, labeling it a "low move" in a country that values a free pres

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Push Through Major Budget Bill

House Republicans are on the brink of passing a significant budget bill, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This bill, backed by President Trump, has been a contentious topic within the party. With a narrow majority, Republicans could only afford to lose a few votes, making the passage of this

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Jul 03 2025SCIENCE

Tiny Warriors Against Superbugs: How Phages Can Save The Day

In hospitals, there's a sneaky threat called Enterobacter hormaechei. It's part of a bigger group called the Enterobacter cloacae complex, which is known for causing infections. What makes this germ extra tricky? It can form a sticky layer called biofilm on things like catheters. This biofilm acts l

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

Nighttime Phone Use: A Sleep Disruptor for All Ages?

Ever wondered how your nighttime phone habits stack up against others? A recent investigation dug into this, focusing on when people power down their devices before bed. The findings? It's not just about phones; it's about age too. Instead of measuring sleep directly, researchers tracked something

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

How Gut Bacteria Might Influence Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a complex condition. It affects the brain and causes seizures. Scientists are now looking at the gut. They want to see if gut bacteria play a role in epilepsy. The gut has trillions of bacteria. These bacteria talk to the brain. This is called the gut-brain axis. Researchers found links

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Jul 03 2025SCIENCE

How Body Heat Affects DNA in the Bloodstream

Scientists wanted to see how body temperature changes can impact DNA floating in the blood. They looked at two ways to heat up the body: from outside (like a warm bath) and from exercise. First, they thought about how DNA in the blood changes when the body gets warmer. They wondered if this DNA cou

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Face Delays and Divisions Over Major Bill

The House of Representatives is currently in a state of delay as Republican leaders attempt to convince a group of dissenting members to support the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The vote on a procedural amendment has been ongoing for over two hours, with the current tally at 215-212. Speaker Mike Joh

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

How Fats in Your Blood Might Help Your Skin

A big study looked at how a protein called ApoB, which helps move fats around in your body, might affect a skin condition called atopic dermatitis (AD). This condition causes red, itchy skin and is quite common. The study used data from over 450, 000 people in the UK. Scientists measured ApoB level

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

Keeping Minds Sharp: A Digital Push Against Dementia

Dementia is becoming more common, and it's a big worry. Scientists have found that about 45% of dementia cases could be avoided if people changed certain habits. This is where the European project LETHE comes in. It's all about creating a digital tool to help people manage their risk factors and kee

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