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Jul 08 2025POLITICS

Big Pharma Faces Potential 200% Tariff Shock

In a surprising move, President Donald Trump hinted at a massive 200% tariff on imported pharmaceuticals. This announcement came during a cabinet meeting, catching many off guard. The president mentioned that these tariffs could be implemented soon but gave a grace period of about a year and a half.

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Jul 08 2025BUSINESS

Why Melinda Gates Won't Fund Her Daughter's Startup

Melinda French Gates, a billionaire with a net worth of about $30. 8 billion, has a unique approach to supporting her daughter's new business venture. She chose not to invest in it, even though she could easily afford to. Instead, she believes her daughter should seek funding from others and learn t

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Jul 08 2025SCIENCE

How Our Brains Handle Different Kinds of Steps

Ever wondered why stepping over a puddle feels different than stepping to catch yourself from a stumble? It turns out, our brains use different muscle patterns for these actions. Researchers decided to dig into this by studying three types of steps: reactive steps (like catching yourself from a fall

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Jul 08 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Brain Chips: A Leap Forward or Just Another Step?

Brain chips are making waves in the world of medical tech. They help people with disabilities move and communicate by connecting their brains to computers. But there's a catch—the brain isn't static. It changes over time, so these chips need frequent updates. Enter DMM-WcycleGAN, a new algorithm des

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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Predicting Relapse in CML: A New Approach

Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) patients face a tough question after hitting remission: what's next? Doctors often lack clear guidelines for managing care at this stage. A recent study tackles this issue by creating a model to predict the risk of relapse. The model focuses on early changes in BCR::AB

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Jul 07 2025SPORTS

Chelsea's Big Test: Can They Beat Fluminense in the Club World Cup?

Chelsea is in the semifinals of the Club World Cup. Not many thought they would get this far. They had an easy path in the early rounds. Now, they face a tough team from Brazil, Fluminense. Fluminense is a strong team. They beat big clubs like Inter Milan and Al Hilal. Their defense is solid, with

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Jul 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

Apple's Big Fight with EU Over App Store Rules

Apple is not happy with a huge fine from the EU. They were told to pay €500 million for not playing fair with app developers. The EU says Apple stopped developers from telling users about cheaper options outside the App Store. Apple thinks the fine is too much and doesn't agree with the rules they h

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Jul 07 2025SCIENCE

Stress and the Brain's Natural Painkillers: A New Way to Track Enkephalins

Enkephalins are like the brain's own painkillers. They help with pain relief, reward, and dealing with stress. But tracking them in real-time has been tough because they appear and disappear quickly and are present in tiny amounts. Scientists have come up with a clever way to study these enkephalin

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Jul 07 2025HEALTH

Unraveling the Mystery of Polymyalgia Rheumatica in Germany

Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a condition that causes muscle pain and stiffness. It mostly affects older adults. In Germany, there isn't much data on how common it is. The numbers we have are lower than in other countries. A recent study tried to change that. It looked at medical insurance data.

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Jul 07 2025HEALTH

Boosting Brain Health: How Exercise and a Natural Compound Fight Alzheimer's in Rats

Alzheimer's disease is a big problem. It messes with the brain, causing memory loss and other issues. Scientists are always looking for ways to slow it down or even stop it. A recent study looked at two things that might help: a natural compound called Ecdysterone and high-intensity interval trainin

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