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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Students and Teachers in the Crosshairs: A New Wave of Detentions

A wave of detentions has swept through college campuses, targeting students and faculty who have spoken out on Palestinian issues. These individuals, many of whom have valid visas or permanent residency, are now facing deportation. The crackdown is part of a broader effort to control immigratio

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Mar 31 2025SCIENCE

The Buzz on Bugs: Top Picks in Insect Research

Every year, the Journal of Comparative Physiology A honors the best articles in two categories: Original Research and Review/Review-History. The winners are picked by the Editorial Board and the readers who access the articles online. The 2025 awards have been announced, and they spotlight some fasc

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Mar 31 2025CRIME

A Small Plane's Fatal Descent

A small plane's tragic end in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, has left one person dead. The single-engine aircraft crashed into a home on Saturday, raising questions about what went wrong. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is now leading the investigation, focusing on various factors that co

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Mar 31 2025SCIENCE

First Steps in Space: German Rocket's Bold Attempt

A German startup took a significant step in the space race with a rocket designed to launch satellites from Europe. The first test flight, however, did not go as planned. The rocket, launched from a Norwegian spaceport, failed shortly after takeoff. This was a big deal because it was the first time

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

French Politics: Will Marine Le Pen's Presidential Bid Be Blocked?

In France, a crucial court decision looms over Marine Le Pen's political future. The leader of the National Rally party is awaiting a verdict that could potentially bar her from running in the next presidential election. This legal battle revolves around allegations that Le Pen and 24 others misused

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Mar 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Europe's Private Space Venture: A Bold Step Forward

A German space startup made a big splash in Norway. A test rocket blasted off from a spaceport in Norway. The rocket was designed to test the ability to launch satellites from Europe. It was a short flight. The rocket took off and then exploded 40 seconds later. The company behind the rocket ca

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

Will Marine Le Pen's Legal Woes Keep Her Out of the Race?

Marine Le Pen, a prominent figure in French politics, has faced setbacks in her three previous attempts to win the presidency. Her political future is now hanging in the balance due to an embezzlement case. If found guilty, she could be disqualified from running in future elections. This potential o

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Mar 30 2025HEALTH

Older Brains, Tougher Fight: IDH Mutant Astrocytomas

Astrocytomas are brain tumors that can strike at any age, but they often hit younger and middle-aged adults the hardest. These tumors, when they have a specific mutation in the IDH gene, tend to have a better outlook. However, when these tumors show up in people 55 and older, things get a bit murkie

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Mar 29 2025BUSINESS

Young Tech Star's Big Lie: The $175 Million Fraud

A young entrepreneur, Charlie Javice, was found guilty of tricking JPMorgan Chase. She claimed her startup, Frank, had millions of customers. In reality, she had only a fraction of that number. This deception cost the bank $175 million. The trial lasted five weeks in a Manhattan court. Javice, now 3

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Mar 29 2025BUSINESS

American Car Tariffs: Tesla's Unique Advantage

Tesla's strong position in the American-made car market is a big deal right now. The company has been leading the pack in the American-Made Index since 2021. This index looks at where cars are put together, where parts come from, and how many American workers are involved in making them. Tesla score

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