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Nov 02 2025HEALTH

Breaking the Resistance: A New Hope for Eye Melanoma Treatment

Uveal melanoma is a tough nut to crack, especially when it resists chemotherapy. Scientists have been on the hunt for new ways to tackle this issue. They created lab-grown versions of these tough cancer cells by exposing them to common chemo drugs like dacarbazine, cisplatin, and gemcitabine. Then,

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise: U. S. Offers Tech Help to Counter China's Moves in South China Sea

Pete Hegseth, the U. S. Defense Secretary, recently spoke in Kuala Lumpur. He highlighted China's growing actions in the South China Sea. These actions are seen as disruptive and threatening by many countries in the region. Hegseth met with defense ministers from Australia, Japan, and the Philippin

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Nov 02 2025SPORTS

Behind the Scenes: A Reporter's Bumpy Ride to the Big Game

Ever wondered what it takes to bring you live sports updates? It's not all glamour and excitement. Tyler Horka, a Notre Dame beat writer, recently shared his tough journey to cover a game. His adventure started with a flight to Boston. But strong winds forced the plane to land elsewhere. After two

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Nov 02 2025SCIENCE

How Signs and Words Team Up in the Brain

Ever wonder how the brain handles signs and words at the same time? A recent study dug into this, focusing on how learning sign language affects the way we use spoken language. The experiment involved hearing people who don't usually use sign language. They were taught some signs from Catalan Sign L

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Nov 02 2025SCIENCE

Eye Movements and Lies: Can Pupils Reveal the Truth?

Ever wondered if your eyes could give you away when you lie? A recent study explored this idea using a method called the ocular-motor deception test (ODT). This test looks at how pupils dilate and how people read when they're being truthful or deceitful. The study involved 180 participants who were

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

Serbia's Anger Boils Over a Year After Deadly Roof Collapse

A year has passed since the tragic roof collapse at Novi Sad's railway station, but the wounds in Serbia remain fresh. Tens of thousands of people took to the streets to honor the 16 lives lost and demand justice. This was not just a memorial; it was a protest against a system many believe is rotten

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Nov 02 2025MEDIA

News Makers: Who's Shaping What We Watch?

A recent study dug into the world of news influencers. It found four main types of content: opinion pieces, breaking news and investigations, in-depth explanations, and specialized topics. This isn't just about who's making the news. It's about how they're doing it. Younger folks are turning away f

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

Speaking Out: A Singer's Fight for Women-Only Spaces

Tish Hyman, a well-known singer, has recently taken a strong stance on a controversial issue. She is calling for laws that protect spaces meant only for women. This includes public restrooms and other areas where women might feel vulnerable. Hyman believes that clear rules are needed to keep these s

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Nov 02 2025HEALTH

How Doxycycline Might Be Upsetting Soldiers' Stomachs

Soldiers and other specialists often face malaria risks when they are sent to different places. To prevent malaria, they are often given doxycycline. But this medicine can cause problems in the stomach and intestines. Researchers wanted to see if long-term use of doxycycline in soldiers leads to mor

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Nov 02 2025HEALTH

A Mom's Journey and the Autism Misconception

Pregnancy can bring a lot of pain. Some moms try different things to feel better. One mom tried snorting Tylenol. She heard about it at a party. Pregnant women used mirrors and rolled-up bills to snort the medicine. It made them feel good fast. Soon, she did this often in her third trimester. This

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