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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Push Through Major Budget Bill

House Republicans are on the brink of passing a significant budget bill, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This bill, backed by President Trump, has been a contentious topic within the party. With a narrow majority, Republicans could only afford to lose a few votes, making the passage of this

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Jul 03 2025SCIENCE

Sheep with Crooked Legs: What's Going On Inside?

Some sheep are born with bent legs. This is called angular limb deformities or ALD. It's a problem that can make life harder for these animals. Scientists wanted to know how ALD affects sheep's growth, eating habits, and the vitamins and minerals in their blood. They studied 25 young rams, some wit

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Jul 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Seeing Cities Through a New Lens: How Tech is Measuring Urban Quality

Cities are more than just concrete and steel. They have a vibe, a feel, and a quality that can make or break how people live and behave. But how do you measure that? A recent study used a mix of street-level photos and computer smarts to rate the quality of urban environments across the U. S. The fo

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Jul 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Brussels' Hidden Pollution: A Closer Look at Everyday Exposures

Every day, people in Brussels are surrounded by unseen threats. These threats are not from criminals or dangerous animals. Instead, they come from the environment. Noise, tiny particles in the air, and magnetic fields are just a few examples. Together, these factors cause a big problem. They are lin

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

Unpacking FoMO: How Social Media Impacts Mental Health Post-Pandemic

In today's hyper-connected world, the fear of missing out, or FoMO, is a real concern. A recent study looked into how FoMO affects mental health, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers surveyed 129 people aged 18 to 64, with the average age being 27. The study found that FoMO is linked

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

How Gut Bacteria Might Influence Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a complex condition. It affects the brain and causes seizures. Scientists are now looking at the gut. They want to see if gut bacteria play a role in epilepsy. The gut has trillions of bacteria. These bacteria talk to the brain. This is called the gut-brain axis. Researchers found links

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Jul 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Quieting Down Car Heat Pumps: A Cool Science Trick

Ever wondered why your car's heat pump can be so noisy? It's all about the refrigerant inside. When it changes from liquid to gas, it creates tiny bubbles that pop, making that annoying sound. This happens because of a sudden drop in pressure. Scientists have been studying this. They found that the

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Jul 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tech Giant Cuts Jobs to Boost AI Efforts

Microsoft is letting go of 9, 000 workers. This is part of a bigger plan to reshape the company. The cuts are happening in different areas and at all levels. Even though the company is making a lot of money, it wants to work more efficiently. The company says it needs to simplify things. This means

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Jul 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Irish Thriller Hits US Screens

A gripping Irish crime drama is making its way to US audiences. Amongst The Wolves, directed by Mark O’Connor, will be shown in select US theaters and on digital platforms starting July 11, 2025. This film, which premiered at the 2024 Galway Film Fleadh, has already made waves in Ireland and the UK.

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Jul 03 2025SCIENCE

A New Way to Sort Molecules for Safer Medicines

In the world of medicine, molecules can be tricky. Some look almost the same but behave very differently. This is especially true for chiral molecules, which are like mirror images of each other. One version can be helpful, while the other might be harmful. So, finding a good way to separate them is

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