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Jun 22 2025POLITICS

GOP's Food Stamp Plan Hits a Roadblock

The latest twist in the Republican tax and spending bill has thrown a wrench into their plans. The Senate parliamentarian has flagged a key proposal to shift some food stamp costs to states, saying it breaks Senate rules. This is a big deal because Republicans were counting on billions in savings fr

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Jun 22 2025WEATHER

Sizzling Summer: The US Faces a Serious Heat Wave

In the coming days, the eastern half of the United States will experience some of the hottest temperatures of the year. This intense heat is caused by a powerful weather pattern known as a heat dome, which is expected to develop over the weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a level 4-of-

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Jun 22 2025HEALTH

How Insurance and Location Affect Severe Pregnancy Complications

The link between severe maternal morbidity (SMM) and various factors is well-documented. These factors include the mother's background, the hospital where she delivers, and where she lives. However, the role these factors play in racial disparities within different insurance groups is not well under

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Jun 22 2025HEALTH

Hospital Drug Checks: A Money-Saving Strategy with Limits

Thailand's university hospitals are in a tough spot. They are struggling to keep up with the costs of overnight patient stays. This is because the public health system has three main ways of paying for care. These are the Universal Coverage Scheme, the Social Security Scheme, and the Civil Servant M

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Jun 22 2025SCIENCE

The Brain's Role in Aggression: What's Really Going On?

Aggressive behavior is a serious issue that affects both individuals and society as a whole. Recent research has started to uncover how certain chemicals in the brain might be linked to aggressive tendencies. However, the results from previous studies have been all over the place. To make sense of i

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Jun 22 2025WEATHER

Kingston and Surroundings Braces for Scorching Week

A significant heatwave is on its way to Eastern Ontario, with Kingston and nearby areas like Odessa and Frontenac Islands in the bullseye. Starting Sunday afternoon, residents can expect a sharp increase in temperature and humidity, making it feel much hotter than it actually is. This heatwave is ex

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Jun 22 2025HEALTH

Salt's Surprising Impact on Liver Health

The habit of adding salt to food is more than just a taste preference. It is a significant indicator of daily sodium intake. This habit has been linked to various health issues and even early death. However, the connection between this habit and liver problems has not been thoroughly explored. Resea

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Jun 22 2025HEALTH

Stress and Shrinking Muscles: What's the Connection?

Muscle loss, or atrophy, is a growing problem. It's not just about looking weak. It's about feeling weak and struggling with daily tasks. This issue is becoming more common. Why? Because of how we live today. People are living longer, but not always healthier. Many have chronic diseases. Plus, lots

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Jun 22 2025HEALTH

Kazakhstan's Kidney Stone Crisis: A Closer Look at Hospital Data

Kazakhstan has been grappling with a notable increase in urinary stone disease (USD). This condition, where stones form in the urinary system, has been a growing concern. Over the past eight years, from 2014 to 2021, hospital records have shown a significant number of cases. A total of 162, 538 hosp

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Jun 22 2025HEALTH

Comparing Two Lung Cancer Treatments

Two treatments, sotorasib and adagrasib, have received approval in the USA and Europe for tackling advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer. This type of cancer is marked by a specific mutation known as KRAS G12C. Since these treatments have not been directly compared in clinical trials, re

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