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Apr 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Sam Elliott Joins the Landman Crew

The upcoming season of Landman is shaping up to be quite the star-studded affair. Sam Elliott is all set to join the cast as a regular for Season 2. This new chapter is currently being filmed in the heart of Texas. What exactly Elliott will be bringing to the table is still a mystery. The show alr

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Apr 30 2025HEALTH

How Pre-Surgery Training Can Boost Lung Cancer Patients

Non-small cell lung cancer often requires surgery. But, before the operation, there is a lot that can be done to help patients. One of the ways is by getting patients ready with a fast, mixed program before the surgery. This program is designed to improve how patients feel and function after thei

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Apr 29 2025RELIGION

Cardinals Gather for Crucial Meeting Before Election

The College of Cardinals met for the sixth time on a Tuesday morning. This gathering was special because it was just days before the big election on May 7. The meeting started with a prayer and a thoughtful talk by Abbot Donato Ogliari. Over 180 cardinals were there, with more than 120 of them havin

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Apr 28 2025EDUCATION

How We Test Medical Students: MCQs vs. Short Answers

Medical students face tough tests. Two popular ways to check their knowledge are multiple choice questions (MCQs) and very short answer questions (VSAQs). These methods are used a lot in important exams. MCQs are quick and cover a lot of ground. They are also reliable. But they might not test how we

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Apr 28 2025SCIENCE

Pigeon Parasites: A Hidden Health Risk in Zabol

Pigeons, often kept for fun or competition, can harbor a surprising number of intestinal parasites. These worms, including nematodes and cestodes, pose a threat not just to the birds but also to local wildlife and even humans. To tackle this issue, a close look was taken at the prevalence of these p

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Apr 27 2025RELIGION

A New Pope: The Big Decision Awaits

Vincent Nichols, the Archbishop of Westminster, is about to take part in his first conclave. He is the top Catholic Church official for England and Wales. He is not shy about the weight of the task ahead. Choosing a new pope is a huge responsibility. He expects a thoughtful atmosphere as the cardina

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Apr 27 2025HEALTH

Weighing Up: Surgery versus Medication for Long-Term Weight Loss

Bariatric surgery has been a top choice for tackling obesity. It offers substantial and lasting weight loss. For instance, procedures like sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass have shown impressive results. After a decade, these surgeries can lead to a total weight loss of 23. 4% and 26. 9%, respec

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Apr 26 2025HEALTH

Chemicals in Everyday Products: Who's at Risk?

Cosmetics and personal care products are everywhere. They are a big part of daily life. These products often contain chemicals that can mess with hormones. These are called endocrine disrupting chemicals or EDCs. However, not much is known about how different groups of people are exposed to these ch

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Apr 26 2025WEATHER

Minnesota's Weather Twist: Tornadoes on the Horizon

Minnesota is gearing up for a weather shift. The state will soon face a different kind of severe weather: tornadoes. These aren't everyday occurrences in Duluth, but they do happen. Other parts of Minnesota face a higher risk. It's time to get ready. People in Minnesota and Wisconsin should be aler

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Apr 24 2025CRIME

A Life Behind Bars for July 4th Shooter

A man from the suburbs of Chicago, Robert E. Crimo III, is now serving life in prison. He admitted to killing seven people and injuring many more during a July 4th parade in 2022. The judge, Victoria Rossetti, handed down seven consecutive life sentences. She described Crimo as having a complete dis

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