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Nov 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Who's to Blame for the Delay in Cemex's Mining Plans?

A recent court hearing stirred up old tensions between Cemex and the State Water Resources Control Board. The debate centered around whether Cemex should be allowed to challenge a decision before a final ruling is made, expected in February. Cemex's legal team pointed fingers at the state board for

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Nov 25 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Water Secrets: A New Way to Spot Viruses

Studying viruses in water is tricky. But now, there's a new method that makes it easier. It's called Nanopore direct RNA sequencing (NDRS). This method helps find RNA viruses in water. Researchers came up with a special way to use NDRS. They tested different tools to find the best ones. Flye was gre

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Mindfulness: A Lifeline for ICU Nurses

ICU nurses face a tough job. They deal with life-and-death situations daily. This can take a toll on their mental health. A study looked into how mindfulness can help. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a program. It teaches people to stay calm and focused. The study wanted to see if it co

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Nov 25 2025BUSINESS

Navigating the Tariff Storm: Levi's Strategic Moves

The fashion world is in a tough spot right now. Tariffs on clothes and shoes have shot up, making things really hard for businesses. At first, they were around 13%, but then they jumped to 54% in April 2025. Even though they dropped a bit later, they're still much higher than usual, sitting at 36% f

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Young Stars at Risk: The Rising Trend of Strokes in Adults Under 50

Strokes are no longer just a concern for the elderly. More and more adults under 50 are experiencing strokes, and it’s a trend that’s causing alarm. One recent example is Donald Glover, who recently revealed he had a stroke at just 42 years old. This health scare forced him to cancel his tour, highl

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Maine's Small Businesses Face Health Insurance Crisis

Maine's small business owners are in a tough spot. They're worried about a big jump in health insurance costs. This could happen if certain tax credits from the Affordable Care Act (ACA) stop. These credits help keep premiums affordable. Without them, many families could face huge bills. Take Ossia

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Nov 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Merging Minds: How Science and Indigenous Knowledge Can Work Together

Science and indigenous knowledge have been around for ages. Science uses experiments and data to understand the world. Indigenous wisdom, on the other hand, comes from living closely with nature and seeing everything as connected. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza is a scientist with indigenous roots. She is d

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

What to Eat When You're Feeling Rough After Drinking

Hangovers are tough, and they seem to get worse as you get older. The headache, nausea, and overall icky feeling can make you want to hide under the covers all day. People have tried all sorts of remedies to feel better, from weird pills to greasy food. But what really helps? One new pill called My

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Nov 25 2025EDUCATION

Building Big Things at Apollo: What's Happening Next?

Big changes are coming to Apollo Campus in St. Cloud. Voters in School District 742 gave the green light to two major construction projects. The first one is a storm shelter and a secure entrance. The second is a new multi-purpose athletic facility. Both projects are set to kick off in 2026. The st

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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

Crypto Advocates Question Candidates Ahead of 2026 Elections

A group supporting crypto is asking politicians running for office in 2026 about their views on digital money. They want to know if these candidates support crypto, have used it, or understand how it works. The group, Stand With Crypto, sent a survey to many candidates. They asked about topics like

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