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May 27 2025POLITICS

Harvard University Faces Federal Funding Cuts

The Trump government has taken a significant step. It is instructing federal agencies to end any remaining contracts with Harvard University. This move comes after the government already stopped over 2. 6 billion dollars in federal research grants to the prestigious Ivy League school. Harvard has b

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May 27 2025HEALTH

Nurses Speak Up: 50 Years of Advice on Their Role and Future

Many people do not know that nurse practitioners have been around for five decades. This year marks a special milestone for these healthcare heroes. To honor this, a group of 50 leading nurse practitioners were asked to share their thoughts on important topics. These topics include their role in

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May 27 2025HEALTH

Smartphones to the Rescue: Boosting Campus Activity

University students often struggle to maintain regular physical activity. The benefits of regular exercise are no secret. Yet, sticking to a fitness routine can be tough. This is where just-in-time adaptive interventions (JITAIs) come into play. The idea is to deliver support exactly when someon

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May 27 2025HEALTH

The Future of Medical AI: Beyond Simple Tests

Medical AI systems are becoming more advanced. They can handle a wide range of tasks. This is great, but there are some big questions. How do we know these systems are safe and useful? Right now, most tests use benchmarks. These benchmarks can have problems. They might use the same data that the AI

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May 26 2025POLITICS

How US Students Can Safeguard Democracy

The head of the Federal Reserve, Jay Powell, recently spoke to university students about the importance of protecting democracy. He highlighted that American universities are a key strength of the country, leading in innovation and economic growth. These institutions are admired worldwide and are vi

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May 25 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Fight for International Students: A Legal Battle

The recent legal battle between Harvard University and the Trump administration has taken another twist. A federal judge has temporarily blocked the administration's attempt to stop Harvard from enrolling international students. This move came just days after former President Trump criticized the un

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May 25 2025POLITICS

Police Oversight: A Double-Edged Sword

The Justice Department's recent move to drop oversight of several police departments has sparked debate. Some worry this could lead to more excessive force incidents. This decision comes after high-profile cases like George Floyd's and Breonna Taylor's deaths, which led to widespread protests and ca

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May 23 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's International Students Face Uncertain Future

Harvard University, one of the most prestigious institutions in the world, has a significant number of international students. These students come from over 140 countries, making up more than 27% of the university's enrollment. Among them, a substantial number are from China and India. However, rece

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May 23 2025POLITICS

Frozen Funds: The Battle Over Electric Vehicle Money

The Trump administration is in a heated debate with a government watchdog over funds meant for electric vehicle charging stations. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report claiming that the Trump administration is breaking the law by not spending money as directed by Congress. Th

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May 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Seeing Beyond: The Future of Infrared Vision

Ever thought of seeing in the dark? Scientists have created contact lenses that let humans and mice see near-infrared light. This light is usually invisible to us, but these lenses convert it into visible colors. The secret? Special nanoparticles embedded in the lenses. These nanoparticles absorb in

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