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Dec 26 2025HEALTH

What Do Pakistani Doctors Think About End-of-Life Care?

In Pakistan, a country where religion and culture play a big role in life choices, doctors are being asked about their views on medical aid in dying (MAiD). This is a topic that is not often discussed openly. MAiD is a process where a doctor helps a patient end their life if they are suffering from

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Government Christmas Messages Spark Debate on Religion

The Trump administration made waves this Christmas by sharing religious messages from official government accounts. While many politicians stuck to general holiday greetings, several Cabinet members and agencies posted messages centered around Jesus and the religious significance of Christmas. Defe

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Dec 26 2025HEALTH

A New Deal: Eliquis to be Free for Medicaid Users

In a surprising turn of events, the U. S. government has reached an agreement with nine major pharmaceutical companies. The most talked-about part of this deal is Bristol Myers Squibb's decision to provide its popular blood thinner, Eliquis, at no cost to Medicaid recipients starting next year. Thi

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Christmas Cheer Turned Political Fire: Trump's Holiday Posts

On Christmas Eve, former President Donald Trump was in a festive mood, chatting with kids about Santa's whereabouts. He seemed to enjoy the lighthearted moment, telling reporters, \"Nice, right? Could do this all day long. \" But the holiday spirit didn't last long. Later that day, Trump posted a m

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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Christmas Clash: Commanders and Cowboys Face Off Without Key Players

The Commanders are missing a key player for their Christmas Day showdown with the Cowboys. Chris Rodriguez, their second-leading rusher, is out due to illness. He was listed as questionable earlier in the day. This is a big blow for the Commanders' offense. Rodriguez has been a standout this season

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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Christmas Day Quarterback Surprises: Meet the Unlikely Heroes

Christmas Day in the NFL is usually a big deal, with top teams and star quarterbacks stealing the show. But this year, things are quite different. Out of the six teams playing, only one is still in the running for the playoffs. The others? Well, they're just hanging on. Injuries have really shaken

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Dec 26 2025WEATHER

Rainy Christmas Brings Relief and Risks to Southern California

Southern California saw a mix of relief and trouble during Christmas. Heavy rain finally eased up, but the ground is still soaked. This means flooding and mudslides could still happen, especially in areas burned by recent fires. The mayor of Los Angeles declared a state of emergency. A flood watch

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Dec 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Lucky Strike in Arkansas: The Powerball Jackpot

In the world of lotteries, the Powerball in the US is a big deal. It's not just any lottery; it's one that spans 45 states, plus Washington DC, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. Players pick five numbers from 1 to 69 and a "Powerball" number from 1 to 26. The odds of winning are slim, but someone

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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Knicks Star and Girlfriend Celebrate Love and Victory

Karl-Anthony Towns had a Christmas to remember. The New York Knicks player not only helped his team secure a thrilling 126-124 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers but also shared some personal news. Towns and his longtime girlfriend, Jordyn Woods, announced their engagement on Instagram. The post fe

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Dec 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Unexpected Journey of a Virus and a Dream

In the early 1990s, a small computer virus named Virus Málaga quietly spread across the computers at Málaga’s Polytechnic School. It was mostly harmless, but it sparked a passion in a young student named Bernardo Quintero. His teacher challenged him to create an antivirus for the 2610-byte program,

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