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Dec 28 2025BUSINESS

A Tech Worker's Tragic Battle with Workplace Stress

A bright and ambitious woman, Annie Surman, found herself in a dark place after working at a major tech company. She was a standout student, a Columbia graduate, and even interned with NASA. But her time at MongoDB, a data storage company, took a toll on her mental health. Annie's parents say she s

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Dec 28 2025HEALTH

Breast Cancer: Understanding Risks Across Different Life Stages

Breast cancer is a big health problem worldwide. It's caused by things we can change, like how we live and what we eat. It's also caused by things we can't change, like our genes. A recent study looked at how these factors affect women in South India. It compared women who had breast cancer with tho

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Dec 28 2025SPORTS

Betting Blunders: Texas Longhorns Face NCAA Scrutiny

The Texas Longhorns have found themselves in hot water again, this time with six new NCAA violations linked to sports betting. These issues came to light recently, adding to a previous set of five violations reported late last year. It seems the rapid growth of legal betting platforms is making it t

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Dec 28 2025WEATHER

Pennsylvania's Wild Weather Weekend: What to Expect

Pennsylvania is in for a rollercoaster of weather this weekend. It's not just about the snow; it's about the wild swings in temperature and wind that will make you question if you packed the right clothes. First, the good news: after a chilly Saturday night, things are looking up. Sunday is expecte

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Dec 28 2025WEATHER

Bulgaria Braces for Windy Sunday

Bulgaria is in for a windy Sunday, with weather alerts issued for the entire country. The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) has put out a warning for strong and stormy winds, with yellow and orange alerts in place. Twelve regions are under an orange alert, which means people sh

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Dec 28 2025WEATHER

Portland's Weather: From Rain to Shine

Portland has been soaked by rain and snow for weeks. But now, the weather is about to change. The heavy downpours are expected to stop soon. This means the holiday season's wetness is finally winding down. People in Portland can look forward to a drier week ahead. The rain and snow that have been a

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Dec 28 2025HEALTH

How a Simple Tool Can Change the Way We Think About Breast Cancer Screening

In a world where pollution is a growing concern, a new tool is helping women make smarter choices about breast cancer screening. This tool, called a decision aid (DA), is not just any ordinary guide. It has been specially designed to include information about environmental risks. But how effective i

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

Iran's President Speaks Out: A Look at the Tensions

Iran's president, Masoud Pezeshkian, recently made strong statements about the country's relationship with the West. He said that Iran is in a "total war" with the United States, Israel, and Europe. This is a big deal because it shows how tense things are between these countries. Pezeshkian compare

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Dec 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

Colorado's Gas Heating Dilemma: Why Xcel Needs to Change Its Ways

Colorado is in a bit of a pickle when it comes to heating homes and buildings. The state's biggest energy company, Xcel, is under fire for not doing enough to switch from gas to cleaner options like electric heat pumps and geothermal energy. Even though Xcel has promised to go carbon-free by 2050, i

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Dec 28 2025SCIENCE

How Silkworms Adjust to Seasons: The Role of a Tiny Protein

Silkworms, those fuzzy little creatures that spin shiny cocoons, have a clever way to handle changing seasons. They can pause their development, a process called diapause, when conditions aren't right. This pause is like a built-in survival strategy, helping them wait out harsh weather. Scientists

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