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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

New Hope for Babies: Weighing Costs and Benefits of a Rare Disease Treatment

In Italy, a big question is being asked about a new treatment for babies born with a rare condition called spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This condition affects the nerves that control muscles, making it hard for babies to move, breathe, and even swallow. The treatment in question is called onasemno

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

Older Women in Care Homes and UTI Treatment: What's the Deal?

In care homes, many women get urinary tract infections (UTIs). A recent study looked at how these infections are treated. It checked out the antibiotics given to women in long-term care homes. The study wanted to see if one type of antibiotic, fluoroquinolones (FQs), caused more problems than other

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Jun 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tiny Tech: China's New Mini Drones and Their Big Potential

China has introduced a new type of tiny drone, about the size of a mosquito. These small drones are being developed for special missions, like gathering information on the battlefield without being noticed. The drone, created at a military university in Hunan province, is incredibly small—just 2 cen

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Jun 26 2025CELEBRITIES

A New Chapter: Alan Hamel and Joanna Cassidy's Unexpected Romance

Alan Hamel, at 88, is stepping into a new phase of life. He's been seen with Joanna Cassidy, a familiar face from his late wife Suzanne Somers' past. They were spotted together in Malibu, both wearing matching baseball caps. This isn't a sudden friendship; they've known each other for over 45 years.

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

Measles Alert: What You Need to Know

Measles has made a comeback in North Carolina. A child in the Greensboro area tested positive for the virus. This has put hospitals in the Triangle area on high alert. They are watching for any new cases. Measles is highly contagious. It can spread through the air and stay on surfaces. Experts say

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Jun 26 2025POLITICS

Tariffs, Inflation, and the Fed: What's the Deal?

Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve, spoke up about tariffs and inflation during a recent chat with senators. He said that the new tariffs might make prices go up in the coming months. This means that everyday items could cost more. Powell also mentioned that most Fed officials think cutt

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Jun 26 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling Mars' Mysterious Spidery Rocks

Mars is full of surprises, and the latest one is a set of strange, web-like structures spotted by the Curiosity rover. These formations, called "boxwork, " stretch up to 12 miles wide and look like giant spiderwebs from above. They are made up of mineral-rich ridges that crisscross each other, and s

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Jun 26 2025SPORTS

Ace Bailey: The Enigma of the 2025 NBA Draft

Ace Bailey, the 18-year-old forward from Rutgers, is making waves in the 2025 NBA Draft. He's kept things low-key, skipping public workouts for teams. Some people, like current NBA players and analysts, aren't happy about this. They think it's a strange move. Bailey says he doesn't care where he en

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Jun 26 2025SPORTS

Why is Aaron Rodgers doing Pat McAfee's show?

Aaron Rodgers, the quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, recently appeared on Pat McAfee's show. He said he does not want to be in the spotlight. This seems odd because he is choosing to be on a very public platform. Rodgers explained that he plans to stay out of the public eye once he retires. H

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Jun 26 2025POLITICS

Lawmakers Clash Over Proposed Cuts to Public Broadcasting and Foreign Aid

Senators from both parties have raised strong objections to the Trump administration's proposal to slash $9 billion in federal funding. This money supports public broadcasting and various foreign aid programs. The plan targets the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which funds local TV and r

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