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May 25 2025HEALTH

Bhutan's Bold Move to Train Doctors at Home

There is a small country, Bhutan. It is a landlocked nation with high mountains. Bhutan has a problem. It does not have enough doctors. This is a big issue for a country. Bhutan is not wealthy. It is considered low-middle income. Bhutan has a solution. It wants to start its own medical school. This

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May 25 2025HEALTH

The Unequal Care at Life's End for Parkinson's Patients

The way people with Parkinson's disease and related disorders (PDRD) are cared for at the end of their lives isn't fair. Men and people of color often end up in hospitals more than others. Yet, they are less likely to get hospice care. This is a big problem, but why it happens is a mystery. Hos

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May 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Greenhouse Gas Emissions: The Dutch Dilemma

The Netherlands is known for its efforts in promoting a circular economy. This means the country is working hard to use resources wisely. They are doing this by making laws, offering incentives, and encouraging teamwork between the government and private companies. The goal is to use fewer raw mater

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May 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Switch's New Ditto Joy-Con Replacement is a Hit

The Nintendo Switch has a new accessory that is quickly becoming a fan favorite. The Hori Split Pad Pro: Ditto Edition is a full-sized grip designed to make handheld gaming more comfortable. This new accessory is part of a long list of officially licensed Pokemon gear from Hori. The Ditto Edition fe

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May 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

TV's Big Week: Stars, Sports, and Streaming Take Center Stage

The annual TV upfronts are a big deal, with media buyers, journalists, and execs gathering to hear about the upcoming year's programming. This year, the mood was a bit tense, with anxiety being a common theme. Production is down, budgets are tight, and there's a lot of uncertainty in the industry. D

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May 24 2025POLITICS

Gaza Family Devastated by Israeli Air Strike

A tragic event unfolded in Gaza when an Israeli air strike hit the home of a local doctor. The strike resulted in the deaths of nine of her ten children. The doctor, Dr. Alaa al-Najjar, works at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis. Her husband and one of her children were injured but survived. The strik

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May 24 2025BUSINESS

The Changing Face of Big-Time Giving

The landscape of big-time giving is undergoing a significant transformation. The era dominated by male billionaire philanthropists like Bill Gates and Warren Buffett is coming to an end. The future of philanthropy is being shaped by women who are taking the lead in giving. This shift is driven by ne

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May 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Summer 2025: Books to Dive Into

Summer 2025 is shaping up to be a fantastic time for book lovers. There are plenty of new releases to look forward to. The list includes a mix of genres, from thrillers and mysteries to romance and science fiction. Some of these books are from well-known authors, while others are debuts from excit

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May 24 2025BUSINESS

Boeing's Big Break: A Fine and a Free Pass

The Justice Department has struck a deal with Boeing. The company will not face prosecution for the two deadly crashes involving its 737 Max aircraft. This decision has sparked outrage among some families of the victims. The crashes, occurring in 2018 and 2019, resulted in the loss of 346 lives. Boe

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May 24 2025LIFESTYLE

Memorial Day Traffic: Plan Ahead to Avoid the Gridlock

Memorial Day weekend is a big deal for travelers, with lots of people hitting the roads. This year, it falls from May 22 to May 26. Experts say 45. 1 million people will travel within the U. S. That's 1. 4 million more than last year. Most folks will be driving to their destinations. So, expect rent

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