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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

Measles Spreading Fast in South Carolina: What's Going On?

South Carolina is in the middle of a measles outbreak. It started in October and is still growing. As of Tuesday, there are 111 cases. That's a lot! The state is now dealing with as many cases as Utah and Arizona, which also have big outbreaks. The outbreak is mostly in the northern part of South C

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Dec 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Türkiye's Big Role in the Fight Against Climate Change

Türkiye is stepping up as a major player in the global effort to combat climate change. The country will co-host the U. N. Climate Change Conference (COP31) next year, alongside Australia. This is a big deal because it shows Türkiye's commitment to environmental issues and its potential to bridge di

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

Why More Parents Are Skipping the Vitamin K Shot for Newborns

A growing number of parents are choosing to skip the vitamin K shot for their newborns, a decision that medical experts say could put babies at risk. A recent study found that the refusal rate has risen significantly over the past few years, with nearly 4% of newborns not receiving the shot. Resear

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Dec 10 2025BUSINESS

Dolly Parton's Big Bet on Roadside Stops

Dolly Parton, the iconic country music star, is stepping into a new role: convenience store innovator. She's teaming up with Tennessean Travel Stop to create a unique travel center experience. The plan? To turn ordinary pit stops into something special, starting in summer 2026. This isn't just abou

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Dec 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Atlantic's Stories Get a Hollywood Makeover

Prologue Entertainment, a new production company, has teamed up with The Atlantic to turn its news stories into TV shows and movies. This deal means that The Atlantic's journalism could soon be the basis for both scripted and unscripted projects. Prologue, which is supported by RedBird Capital, will

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

A New Legal Venture: Jack Smith and Team Start a Law Firm

Jack Smith, known for his role as a special counsel in the Justice Department, is making a big move. He's joining forces with three other former federal prosecutors to open a new law firm. The team includes Tim Heaphy, David Harbach, and Thomas Windom, all with extensive experience in public service

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Miami's Mayoral Race: A Shift in Political Winds?

Miami is buzzing with political energy as a mayoral election approaches. It's been a while since a Democrat held the mayor's office there. We're talking about nearly three decades! This time around, the Democrats are feeling pretty good about their chances. The election is technically nonpartisan,

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Dec 09 2025HEALTH

Healing Times for Leg Injuries: What the Data Shows

Leg injuries can be serious, and one common procedure to relieve pressure is a fasciotomy. This involves making an incision to ease the pressure. But how long does it take for these wounds to heal? A recent study looked back at past cases to find out. The study checked different ways of doing the p

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Dec 09 2025ENVIRONMENT

Japan's Earthquake Warning: Be Ready, Not Scared

Japan recently experienced a strong earthquake, measuring 7. 5 on the Richter scale, in its northern regions. This event has sparked concerns about the possibility of an even larger earthquake, often referred to as a megaquake, which could potentially trigger a massive tsunami reaching up to 98 feet

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Justice Department's Legal Opinion on Venezuelan Boat Strikes Under Scrutiny

A group of former federal ethics experts have called for an internal investigation into the Justice Department's legal opinion that backed U. S. military strikes on suspected drug boats in South American waters. These former officials, who served under different presidents, are questioning the legal

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