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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 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 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's Flagpole Pause: The Unexpected Break in Iran Tensions

The world watched as a major crisis unfolded between Israel and Iran. The man at the center of it all was the US President. He was glued to updates, spending hours in strategy sessions. Then, something unexpected happened. He stepped out for a brief moment. He was not discussing the crisis. He was o

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Jun 21 2025HEALTH

Mannequins vs. Real Babies: Testing Airway Tools

In the world of medical training, mannequins play a big role. They help doctors practice without putting real patients at risk. One recent study focused on two tools used to help babies breathe. These tools are the laryngeal mask and the direct laryngoscope. The goal was to see which one works bette

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Jun 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fungal vs. Bacterial Breakdown in the Arctic

The Arctic tundra is a tough place for life. It is cold and dry, and the soil is full of dead fungi. This dead fungi matter is called necromass. It is important to understand how this necromass breaks down. This is because it affects how nutrients move around and how carbon is stored in the soil. I

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Jun 21 2025HEALTH

Why are Processed Snacks Becoming the Norm for UK Babies?

The UK has seen a surge in the use of processed snack foods for babies. This trend is concerning because the first two years of a child's life are crucial for developing healthy eating habits. What a child eats during this time often shapes their food preferences for the rest of their life. So, why

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Jun 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Los Angeles: Film Permits Renewed Amid Industry Struggles

The Los Angeles City Council has extended its partnership with FilmLA for another five years. This decision came despite calls from advocacy groups for changes to the city's permitting process. The groups argue that the current system is too complex and costly, which has contributed to a decline in

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Jun 21 2025CRIME

Drugs and Loyalty: A Former Assistant's Revelations

A man who used to play basketball at Syracuse University recently took the stand in a courtroom. His name is Brendan Paul. He worked as a personal assistant for Sean "Diddy" Combs. Paul shared some surprising details about his time working for the famous music producer. He talked about how Combs wou

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Jun 21 2025CRIME

Jury Member Shares Insights on the Karen Read Trial

The Karen Read trial has been a topic of intense discussion, and one juror, Paula Prado, has shared her thoughts on the case. Prado, a 39-year-old mother of four from Walpole, was one of the 12 jurors who decided the outcome of the trial. She has been open about her emotions and the challenges she f

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Jun 21 2025CRIME

The Mystery Deepens: Unanswered Questions in John O'Keefe's Death

The case of John O'Keefe's death has left many puzzled. It all started on a snowy night in January 2022. A group of friends, including O'Keefe and Karen Read, ended up at Brian Albert's home after the bars closed. Hours later, O'Keefe was found lifeless on the front lawn, buried under a thick blanke

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