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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Science Under Siege: How Trump's Second Term is Shaking Up Research

In the past, science policy didn't grab many headlines. But now, it's front and center. President Donald Trump's second term has brought big changes to how the U. S. supports science. This shift is causing a lot of tension between the government and scientists. Trump's team has a clear plan. They w

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Dec 18 2025SCIENCE

Fungi's Clever Tricks Against Medicines

Fungi are wily opponents. They can alter their form to evade the effects of medications. Scientists chose two familiar fungi, Aspergillus fumigatus and Candida albicans, to observe their reactions to two common antifungal drugs: AmBisome and Caspofungin. AmBisome is quick. It halts fungal growth ra

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Dec 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebs Turning a Year Older: A Fun Look at December 18th Birthdays

December 18th is a special day for many famous faces. Let's dive into the lives of some well-known figures celebrating their birthdays today. First up, rock legend Keith Richards is ringing in his 82nd birthday. He's not just any rocker; he's one of the founding members of The Rolling Stones. Imagi

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Dec 18 2025SCIENCE

Poland's Ancient Weapons: A Glimpse into the Past

Deep in the waters of Lake Lednica, a treasure trove of medieval weapons has been uncovered, offering a peek into Poland's early history. These artifacts, linked to the country's first rulers, were recently retrieved by a team of archaeologists. The lake, located near Ostrów Lednicki, was once a sig

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Dec 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Crypto's New Player: Geode Coin Takes Center Stage

Geode Coin has just made its debut on BitMart. com, a big deal for this nonprofit-backed cryptocurrency. This isn't just another crypto launch; it's a step towards making blockchain tech more accessible and useful for everyday people. Geode Chain, the network behind the coin, has been running smoot

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Dec 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

Breaking Down a Climate Research Giant: What's Next for NCAR?

The Trump administration has a plan to split up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Colorado. This is a big deal because NCAR is one of the largest centers for studying climate and weather in the U. S. Russ Vought, who works at the White House, shared this news on X. He said the N

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Dec 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Easy Photo Fakes: The New AI Image Generator

OpenAI has rolled out a new tool that makes altering photos as simple as typing a sentence. This isn't the first of its kind, but it's a significant step forward in making photo manipulation accessible to everyone. The new GPT Image 1. 5 model is integrated into ChatGPT and allows users to edit imag

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Dec 18 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mystery: Who Was the Beachy Head Woman?

The Beachy Head Woman, a Roman-era individual, has been a puzzle for years. Initially, experts thought she might have come from sub-Saharan Africa or the Mediterranean. But new DNA research tells a different story. Scientists at the Natural History Museum in London used advanced DNA techniques to st

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

White House Displays Controversial Plaques

The White House has added new plaques that criticize former presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama. These plaques are placed under portraits in the "Presidential Walk of Fame, " a recent addition to the White House colonnade. The plaque under Biden's portrait calls him "Sleepy Joe" and claims he is

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Dec 18 2025SCIENCE

Tiny Warriors Tackling Tough Bacteria

In the world of food safety, a new hero has emerged. It's not a superhero in a cape, but a tiny virus called vB_Sa_2868B2. This virus, or phage, and its partner, a protein named LytN, are taking on a big challenge: multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, including the notorious MRSA. First, let'

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