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Jan 04 2025POLITICS

Trump's Sentencing: A Judge's Decision Explained

A judge in New York has made a significant ruling in Donald Trump's hush money case. The judge, Juan Merchan, said that Trump's election win doesn't change the fact that he should be sentenced. In an 18-page decision, Merchan explained his reasons. One key point is that a president-elect isn't immun

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Jan 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Server Shutdown: Saying Goodbye to Nine Online Games

Imagine you're trying to log into your favorite game, but the server is gone. That's what's happening to nine games in February, as their online servers shut down. TrueAchievements has the list, and it's a mix of fighting games, sports titles, and even some still in early access. The games include D

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Jan 04 2025WEATHER

Weather Woes: Storms and Cold Fronts Ahead

Hey, weather watchers! Get ready for a double whammy this weekend. On Sunday, expect a warm day with temperatures climbing into the 70s. But don't get too comfy, because later in the evening, a cold front is blowing in, bringing with it a line of storms. These storms could get a little mischievous,

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Jan 04 2025EDUCATION

The Elephant in the Room: Why Science and Humanities Need Each Other

Imagine a bunch of experts looking at an elephant. A biologist sees a big, gray creature. A foot specialist recommends treatment for its toenails. A climate expert is too busy studying the grass to notice the elephant. Now, Elon Musk steps in, saying we should focus on tech breakthroughs like quantu

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Jan 03 2025SPORTS

Dolphins' QB Huntley Gets Another Start: Tagovailoa's Hip Injury Keeps Him Out

Tyler Huntley will start for the Miami Dolphins again this week. Head coach Mike McDaniel confirmed that Tua Tagovailoa won't play due to a hip injury. It's not a simple bruise, but a "unique muscle issue" that's keeping Tagovailoa sidelined. The coach wanted to be sure Tagovailoa doesn't risk a ser

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Why Isn't Empathy Taught to Future Doctors?

Empathy is crucial in healthcare, helping professionals connect with and ease the emotional pain of patients. Yet, postgraduate medical training often overlooks this vital skill. A new study wants to find out why this is and how necessary it is to teach empathy to trainee doctors. Researchers talked

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Jan 03 2025SCIENCE

Space Adventures Await in 2025: From Moon Missions to Asteroid Chases

2025 promises to be a thrilling year for space exploration. Several countries and companies have big plans. Let's dive in! First stop: the moon. NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program is backing three private missions. Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost and ispace's Resilience lander and Tena

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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Face Senate Republicans' Ire

Senate Republicans are openly critical of their counterparts in the House of Representatives. They're worried about the House's ability to function effectively, especially with a slim GOP majority and the looming threat of government shutdowns. Senate members like Sen. Josh Hawley from Missouri are

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Bird Flu: What It Is and Why You Should Care

Ever heard of bird flu? It's a virus that's been making headlines recently. The virus, called H5N1, has been spreading through poultry and even dairy cows. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 66 human cases so far, with most being in California. The viru

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Jan 02 2025POLITICS

Thune’s New Plan: A Busier Senate

Incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) is planning some big changes. One of the first things he wants to do is make the Senate work more days. Instead of the usual four days a week, Thune is thinking about five-day workweeks. This is to help get more done, especially in the first 100 days

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