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Oct 20 2025HEALTH

Seeing Again: Tiny Tech Brings Hope to Blind Patients

A small but mighty device is changing lives for people who have lost their sight. This isn't science fiction; it's happening right now. A group of patients, who were once blind, can now read and enjoy activities they thought were gone forever. The secret? A tiny microchip implanted in their eyes. T

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Oct 20 2025POLITICS

China's Big Plans: What's Next for the Next Five Years?

China is making some big moves. The country's top leader, Xi Jinping, recently talked about a new plan for the next five years. This plan is all about how China wants to grow and improve. But it's not all smooth sailing. China is facing some tough times right now. The economy isn't doing great, othe

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Oct 20 2025HEALTH

New Faces in Medicine: A Look at the Latest NAM Members

The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) has just welcomed 100 new members, a mix of 90 regular and 10 international members. These new additions are recognized for their outstanding achievements and commitment to service in the fields of health and medicine. The NAM is known for its rigorous selecti

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Oct 20 2025BUSINESS

Embracing Errors: How One Company Turns Mistakes Into Growth

In the fast-paced world of startups, errors are inevitable. Garima Shah, cofounder of a fintech company, understands this well. She believes that mistakes are not failures but opportunities for growth. About five years ago, she started a unique tradition: a monthly meeting where employees share thei

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Oct 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood's AI Dilemma: Actors vs. Algorithms

The entertainment world is in an uproar over Tilly Norwood, an AI-generated actress. SAG-AFTRA, a major actors' union, is furious. They say Tilly is a threat to real actors' jobs and livelihoods. The union claims Tilly was created using actors' work without permission or pay. They argue that AI can'

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Oct 19 2025SCIENCE

A Night of Stars and Science: Global Space Awards Launch in London

The space industry is set to shine under the spotlight with the first-ever Global Space Awards happening in London. This event, hosted by the famous physicist Brian Greene, will take place on December 5, 2025, at the Natural History Museum. It's a big deal because it's the first time there's a globa

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Oct 19 2025EDUCATION

Houston's Energy Day Festival Ignites Young Minds

Houston's Energy Day Festival marked its 13th year with a bang, drawing in students, families, and educators eager to dive into the world of STEM. This annual event, held at Sam Houston Park, transformed learning into an exciting adventure. The festival, organized by the Consumer Energy Education Fo

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Oct 17 2025BUSINESS

Mississippi's Tech Startups Get a Boost

Mississippi is trying to grow its tech scene. Innovate Mississippi is helping with a 12-week program for startups. Seven companies are getting money and training. They will pitch to investors soon. Alex Bucklew and Johnathan McAdory started SimpleScript. It finds the best price for prescription dru

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Oct 16 2025FINANCE

Kazakhstan Takes a Big Step in Crypto Payments

Kazakhstan is making waves in the world of digital finance. At the Digital Bridge 2025 event, Bybit Kazakhstan showed off a new way to pay using crypto. This isn't just any payment method—it's a QR code system that lets people pay with crypto in everyday places. Imagine buying your coffee with crypt

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Oct 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Canada and Ericsson Team Up for Big Tech Boost

Ericsson is making a big move in Canada. They just signed a huge deal worth $3 billion over three years with Export Development Canada (EDC). This isn't just about money; it's about boosting tech in Canada. They want to push forward with 5G, Cloud RAN, AI, and even quantum tech. Pretty cool, right?

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