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Mar 02 2025SPORTS

Tank Davis and Roach Jr. Battle to a Draw

The boxing world was on edge as Gervonta "Tank" Davis and Lamont Roach Jr. faced off in a thrilling 12-round match. The crowd of 19, 250 at the Barclays Center witnessed a close and controversial fight. Roach Jr. was allowed to fight at a higher weight class, 135 pounds, against Davis, who

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Feb 27 2025HEALTH

Measles Outbreak in Texas: What We Know and What It Means

In the heart of Texas, a measles outbreak has been spreading among a close-knit religious community in Gaines County. This isn't just any outbreak; it's the largest one in the US so far this year. As of now, over 120 people have been affected, and sadly, one unvaccinated child has lost their life. T

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Pushback: What's Up with the CDC's Sudden Shift?

The CDC recently made some big changes to its vaccine efforts. The agency has decided to pause a public meeting of its vaccine advisory committee for the time being. This isn't the only change. The CDC has also decided to stop a campaign that was encouraging people to get their flu shots. This campa

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Meeting Delayed: What's the Deal?

So, there was supposed to be a big vaccine meeting next week. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a group called the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). They meet three times a year to talk about new or updated vaccines. This time, it was the first meeting since

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Feb 18 2025SPORTS

Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays: A Contract Deadline Missed

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays couldn't agree on a contract extension before the deadline. Guerrero Jr. has made it clear he won't negotiate during the season, so he'll be a free agent next offseason. This means he'll be entering the final year of his current contract. Guerrero Jr. mentione

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

Health Shake-Up: Controversial Figure Takes the Helm

In a surprising move, the Senate recently confirmed a well-known figure with controversial views on vaccines as the new head of the Health and Human Services Department. This person, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , is a prominent skeptic of vaccines and has a history of questioning their safety and efficacy

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Feb 14 2025BUSINESS

Packaged Foods: Friend or Foe?

Imagine this: A big boss of a major food company stands up and says, "Packaged foods are super important for people all over the world. " This is what happened when the CEO of Nestle, Laurent Freixe, spoke up just before Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was confirmed as the new head of the U. S. Department of

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Feb 13 2025SPORTS

Racing Towards Change: NASCAR's Practice Policy Under Scrutiny

The NASCAR season is just beginning, but the Daytona 500 is already causing concern among drivers. The issue? The lack of practice time. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, NASCAR reduced practice sessions significantly. Now, teams get only 25 minutes of practice before races. This has sparked deb

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Feb 13 2025POLITICS

Trust Issues: The Controversial Pick for Health Secretary

The U. S. Senate is set to approve Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new health secretary. This decision comes despite major concerns from both political parties and the medical community. Kennedy, a 71-year-old environmental lawyer, is known for his controversial views on vaccines. He has spent years sp

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Feb 12 2025POLITICS

RFK Jr. 's Health Secretary Bid: A Surprising Twist in Politics

In a surprising turn of events, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , known for his vocal stance against vaccines, has moved one step closer to becoming the nation's health secretary. This happened after a Senate vote that aligned along party lines. This vote sets the stage for a final confirmation vote, likely t

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