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Feb 08 2025HEALTH

Teaching Relgious Leaders to Help People with Family Planning Decisions

Muslim communities are known to have an unsatisfied demand for family planning, yet many people are uncertain about birth control because they are worried it will conflict with their religious beliefs- their families and emotional well-being on the line. Tanzania is one of those countries. This i

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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

Panama's Canal Gambit: A Waterway Sandwiched Between Superpowers

Panama's relationship with China and the United States is heating up. In a sudden turn of events, Panama has decided not to renew a major infrastructure deal with China, citing pressure from the United States to reduce Chinese influence over the Panama Canal, a critical pathway for global trade. C

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Feb 07 2025EDUCATION

Liberty Hill's Old Diner: A New Spot for History and Community

In the heart of North Charleston, South Carolina, leaders have their sights set on breathing new life into an old diner, Al's. The diner sits on East Montague Street and has been a landmark for generations. The building, which is in a state of disrepair, has a rich history and the community is look

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Feb 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

Crypto Thieves Strike: Hidden Dangers in Your Phone Gallery

Imagine if that innocent screenshot saved on your phone could cost you big? Cybercriminals have come up with a new way to steal cryptocurrencies from unsuspecting users. This sneaky malware, dubbed SparkCat, can scan your phone screenshots using your phone's own technology designed to dete

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Feb 07 2025HEALTH

Caring For Minds Under Pressure

Brains are super important, and wear and tear from injuries and stress can impact them a long time. These are not just problems for brain experts. ICU caregivers and anesthesiologists have to pay attention and act; People who work in these areas don’t only face the possibility of medical errors.

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Feb 07 2025EDUCATION

The OECD's Education Game Changer

So, imagine this: in the 80s, the OECD was a big fan of using science to guide policy. The OCDE had been around for a while but they wanted to know more about the relationship between theories and actions. This was when the INES program came into the picture. INES was this big deal in their dealing

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Feb 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Glenview's Green Heroes: The 2024 Sustainability Stars

Glenview's seventh annual Environment and Natural Resources Commission's Environmental Sustainability Awards event just wrapped up. This event is always a big deal. In 2024, three categories were recognized. The programme is designed to acknowledge and reward the efforts of local organisations, in

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Feb 07 2025HEALTH

Bluffton's Big Health Boost

Get ready, Bluffton! A new medical hub is on the way. Imagine this: a shiny, three-story building, 54, 000 square feet of space, and a boatload of new medical services to serve Beaufort, Jasper, and Hampton counties. This isn't just any building; it's the MUSC Health Bluffton Medical Pavilion. It's

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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

USAID's Shrinking Workforce

The United Nations is facing a critical situation. In recent developments, a significant number of employees from the organization may face unemployment. The consequences of the employees' leaving are expected to affect many people around the globe. A lawsuit was filed to challenge a recent deci

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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

Deadly Conflict in Goma: Civilian Casualties Mount as Rebels Advance

In eastern DR Congo, the city of Goma is reeling from violence that has claimed nearly 3, 000 lives, according to the United Nations. The chaos unfolded as rebels from the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC) seized control of Goma. The takeover followed intense battles with the Congolese army.

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