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Jul 03 2025OPINION

What Does It Mean to Be American Today?

People in the U. S. have mixed feelings about their country. Some are proud, while others feel disappointed. Many love the freedoms and opportunities America offers, but they also see problems. As the country celebrates its 250th birthday, people are sharing their thoughts on what it means to be Ame

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

Keeping Minds Sharp: A Digital Push Against Dementia

Dementia is becoming more common, and it's a big worry. Scientists have found that about 45% of dementia cases could be avoided if people changed certain habits. This is where the European project LETHE comes in. It's all about creating a digital tool to help people manage their risk factors and kee

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Jul 03 2025SCIENCE

Uncovering Ancient Health Secrets in Patagonia

In the vast landscapes of Patagonia, a single grave tells a story of health and hardship from the 18th and 19th centuries. This grave belonged to an Indigenous person who lived during a time when their community interacted with European settlers. Scientists wanted to know more about the health of th

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Jul 03 2025BUSINESS

Trash Trouble: Workers Strike, Towns Pile Up

In Massachusetts, a big problem is growing as sanitation workers go on strike. Over 450 workers from Republic Services, who are part of the Teamsters Local 25 union, have stopped working. They are asking for better pay and benefits. This strike is affecting many towns, leaving trash and recycling pi

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Jul 03 2025FINANCE

Smart Money Moves in Drug Development

Drug development is expensive and risky. But what if there was a way to make it more appealing to investors? A new idea is on the table. It's about testing many drugs at once. This way, investors can put their money into a group of potential treatments instead of just one. Here's how it works. Inve

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Jul 02 2025CRIME

The Verdict is In: What's Next for Sean 'Diddy' Combs?

A jury is back at work after deciding on four out of five charges against Sean "Diddy" Combs. They couldn't agree on the first count, which is about a big crime plan. The judge told them to keep their minds open and keep working. Prosecutors say Combs did bad things for a long time. They say he for

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Defense Grapples with U. S. Aid Uncertainty

Ukraine is in a tough spot right now. They're not sure if the U. S. will keep sending military aid. The Defense Ministry says they haven't gotten any official word about changes. So, they're just going with what they know and checking each delivery as it comes. This isn't the first time the U. S. h

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Jul 02 2025SCIENCE

How Tiny Electrons Shape the Future of Solar Tech

Double perovskites are like the superheroes of solar tech, but they have a kryptonite: disorder in their atomic structure. Two of these heroes, Cs2AgBiCl6 and Cs2AgInCl6, have been under the spotlight. Scientists wanted to understand how these materials behave when their atoms get mixed up. They us

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Jul 02 2025CELEBRITIES

Sean Combs: A Family's Support Through Legal Storms

Sean Combs, a well-known figure in the music industry, faced serious charges in a federal court in Lower Manhattan. His family stood by him, showing up almost every day in the courtroom. They were there to support him, especially during the closing arguments and the verdict announcement. Combs' mot

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

A Big Deal: Why a TV Company Paid Trump Millions

A major media company, Paramount, has decided to pay $16 million to settle a legal dispute with former President Donald Trump. This case was about how CBS edited a "60 Minutes" interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. The money will go to Trump's future presidential library, not to him personall

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