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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

America's Healthcare Hopes: A Split View on Trump's Plans

A new survey by Gallup shows that many Americans aren't betting on President-elect Donald Trump to make healthcare cheaper. Nearly half—46%—think the country is on the wrong track when it comes to his healthcare plans. More people doubt that Congress and Trump will lower health care and drug costs—4

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Jan 17 2025HEALTH

Do Antibiotics Before Biopsies Really Help?

You might think taking antibiotics before an endometrial biopsy helps prevent infections like pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). But recent research says otherwise. This study looked back at medical records to see if giving patients antibiotics first made any difference. They found it didn't really

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Hostage Swap: A Mix of Relief and Outrage in Israel

The recent hostage exchange deal between Israel and Hamas has brought a wave of emotions. On one hand, families are overjoyed to get their loved ones back after months in captivity. But on the other hand, there's a strong sense of anger and disgust. Israel had to negotiate with the same group that c

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

A Glimmer of Hope: Bringing Hostages Home

For 468 long days, families of hostages have been living in darkness. But now, a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas promises a sliver of light. The deal, starting Jan. 19 for 42 days, could free 33 of the 98 hostages. The agonizing wait for the remaining families continues. Each day they ask

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Jan 17 2025BUSINESS

Flying in Style: How Much Does a HondaJet Elite Really Cost?

The HondaJet, with its unique design and efficient performance, has become a popular choice for short-range business travel. But how much does it cost to own or lease one? Let’s dive into the costs and benefits of the HondaJet Elite series. The HondaJet first took flight in 2003 and was approved fo

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Jan 17 2025SPORTS

The Flexible Ten: MLB's Top Second Basemen

Second base in baseball is all about adaptability, with players like Jazz Chisholm Jr. from the New York Yankees showing off their versatility by switching from other positions. This year's top 10 list highlights players known for their ability to adapt and perform consistently. Veteran Jose Altuve,

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Jan 17 2025SCIENCE

Repurposing Old Batteries: A New Life for Spent Graphite

Did you know that old batteries could have a second life? Scientists have found a cool use for the graphite inside spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). This graphite is special because it has a lot of oxygen-rich groups on its surface. These groups help the graphite absorb microwaves really well. To

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Jan 17 2025HEALTH

Older Crime Victims: Lessons from a Collaborative Trial

As our population ages, we're seeing more older adults fall victim to community crimes. The emotional toll on these victims is huge and long-lasting, yet there's a lack of research on ways to help them. While combining public health services and care is a good idea, no one's really shown how to do i

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

The Unexpected Side Effect of Long-Term Dialysis Catheters

Imagine leaving a straw in a juice box for too long. Eventually, the juice starts to thicken and clog the straw, making it hard to suck up any liquid. In a similar way, a dialysis catheter that stays in the body for too long can cause problems. This tiny tube is inserted into a large vein to remove

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Jan 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Stephen King's Oscars Cancellation Plea: A Controversial Call

Stephen King sparked debate by suggesting the Oscars should be canceled due to the Los Angeles wildfires. On the social platform Bluesky, he wrote, “Not voting in the Oscars this year. I think they should cancel them. No glitz while LA is on fire. ” The Academy, however, has no plans to cancel the M

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