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Apr 20 2025POLITICS

Nuclear Talks: Iran and U. S. Find Common Ground

The United States and Iran have finished another round of talks on Iran's nuclear program. Iran has been clear. They will not tear down their nuclear facilities. Instead, both sides agreed to speed up the talks. Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, announced that a team of experts will meet

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Apr 18 2025POLITICS

Puerto Rico's Power Struggles: The Big Blackout and What's Next

Puerto Rico faced a major blackout, leaving 1. 4 million people without electricity and over 400, 000 without water. This was the second big outage since New Year’s Eve, when 90% of the island lost power. The latest blackout started at 12:38 p. m. on Wednesday, when key power plants shut down due to

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Apr 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Powerless Puerto Rico: A Look Into the Island's Energy Crisis

Puerto Rico found itself in the dark once again, as a major blackout hit the entire island. This wasn't just a minor hiccup; it was a full-blown power outage that left 1. 4 million people without electricity and over 400, 000 without water. The outage started around noon on Wednesday and had everyon

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Apr 13 2025HEALTH

The Measles Menace: How Money Troubles Fuel Outbreaks

The recent measles outbreak in West Texas was not a random event. This disease, which was declared eliminated in the U. S. in 2000, spread across more than 20 counties. The primary reason? Health departments lacked the funds to run effective vaccine programs. This issue is not unique to Texas; it's

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Apr 12 2025HEALTH

Latin America's Fight Against Cancer: The Power of Teamwork

Latin America is a vibrant mix of cultures, but it faces big problems. Political ups and downs and money troubles make it hard to have good healthcare for everyone. This is especially true when it comes to fighting cancer. Money issues in healthcare make it tough to do good research and provide top-

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Apr 10 2025POLITICS

Wayne County's Path Forward: A Look at Recent Wins and Future Plans

Wayne County is making big moves. The county executive, Warren Evans, recently shared his vision for the future. He highlighted some impressive achievements and laid out plans for even more progress. The focus is on making life better for everyone in the county. The county has been on a roll. F

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Apr 08 2025BUSINESS

Investment Opportunities Amidst Global Market Turmoil

The global stock market has been on a rollercoaster ride, with trillions of dollars evaporating as investors rush to sell off assets. This panic is largely due to President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff policies, which have sparked fears of a full-blown trade war. Despite the chaos, there are sti

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Apr 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

How to Make AI Work for Us and the Planet

In the 1940s, a company started making cooking oil in a small town in India. Today, that company, Wipro, is a giant in the tech world. It operates in 167 countries and has nearly a quarter of a million employees. The company's focus has shifted from cooking oil to IT and now to AI. Kiran Minnasandra

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Apr 02 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Health Facilities: Repeated Targets

Health care facilities are supposed to be safe zones. They are places where people go to heal. But in modern wars, these places are often hit. This is a big problem. It might even be a war crime. Proving that a health care facility was deliberately targeted is tough. If a facility is hit more than o

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Mar 30 2025ENVIRONMENT

Urban Flooding: The Hidden Culprits in Kampala's Storms

In many Sub-Saharan African cities, urban flooding is a major concern. This issue is made worse by rapid urban growth and climate change. The existing drainage systems in these cities often struggle to handle heavy rainfall. One key factor that makes this problem even worse is the buildup of sedimen

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