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Nov 19 2025HEALTH

When Robots Helped a Woman Swallow Again

A 67-year-old woman struggled to eat. She couldn't swallow food or drinks. Doctors told her she had a serious condition called achalasia. This makes the muscles in her food pipe too tight. She had tried many treatments, but nothing worked. Some doctors even suggested removing her esophagus. She dec

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Nov 19 2025ENVIRONMENT

Gaza's Stormy Struggle: When Rain Adds to the Pain

In Gaza, life is already tough, but when storms hit, it gets even worse. Imagine living in a tent right by the beach. That's the reality for many people there. When heavy rain and strong winds come, these tents get flooded. Everything inside gets soaked. Mattresses, blankets, and clothes all get wet

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Nov 19 2025HEALTH

Brain Implants Offer Hope for Stubborn Depression

Depression is a tough nut to crack, especially when standard treatments fall short. A recent study shines a light on a cutting-edge approach: deep brain stimulation (DBS). This method involves implanting electrodes in the brain to deliver gentle electrical pulses. The study, published in a reputable

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Nov 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

CES 2025: Where Big Ideas and Big Names Meet

CES 2025 is set to be a hub for big discussions and big names in the entertainment world. Variety is bringing two full days of talks and insights to the event, happening at C Space in The Aria. The first day, January 7, will focus on the future of entertainment, with leaders and innovators sharing t

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Nov 19 2025BUSINESS

New York's Big Win for Small Businesses: How the City is Boosting Diversity in Contracts

New York City is making big strides in supporting small businesses owned by minorities and women. The city has set some ambitious goals to award billions in contracts to these businesses, known as M/WBEs. These goals are part of a larger effort to create more opportunities for these entrepreneurs, w

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Nov 19 2025FINANCE

Troubles Keep Piling Up for Star Entertainment

Star Entertainment, a well-known casino operator in Australia, is facing yet another rough patch. This is the seventh year they've fallen short of their main goals. The issues this time are with earnings per share, total shareholder return, and return on invested capital. Because of this, they misse

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Nov 19 2025CRIME

A Cold Case Cracked: Family Reunited After Decades

In a remarkable turn of events, a decades-old mystery has been solved, thanks to the efforts of forensic science students and advanced technology. The case involves a woman found injured in a field in Woodstock, Maryland, back in 1971. She was treated in a hospital but never regained consciousness a

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Nov 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

China's Brainy Boost: How Tsinghua University is Shaking Up AI

Tsinghua University in Beijing is making waves in the world of artificial intelligence. This place is like a big brain factory, turning out some of the brightest minds in science and engineering. But it's not just about badminton games and fresh paint smells anymore. The university's Laboratory of B

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Nov 19 2025POLITICS

Why Did a Congresswoman Text Epstein During a Hearing?

A big debate is happening in the House of Representatives. It's about Stacey Plaskett, a delegate from the U. S. Virgin Islands. She was caught texting Jeffrey Epstein during a 2019 hearing. Epstein was a well-known financier with a dark past. Some Republicans are upset. They think Plaskett's actio

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Nov 19 2025POLITICS

Senators Demand Full Disclosure on Epstein Files

Senators are pushing hard to get all the files related to Jeffrey Epstein. They don't want any half-truths or excuses. They want everything out in the open. This is because they don't trust the current administration to handle it properly. The case of Epstein has been a hot topic again. It was quie

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