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Mar 19 2026OPINION

When Newsrooms Put Feelings Before Facts

Back in the late 1970s, a famous TV reporter named Mike Wallace didn’t soften any punches when he interviewed a powerful Iranian leader. He called out the leader’s harsh treatment of women and shared harsh words about him from other world leaders. Wallace believed his job was to report the news stra

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Mar 19 2026HEALTH

Better Sleep for Busy Students: A Simple Guide

Most college students juggle classes, research, and part-time jobs, leaving little time for rest. A recent study looked at how teaching students about sleep habits could change their routines and improve their rest. The focus was on graduate nursing students, who often face long hours and high stres

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Mar 19 2026HEALTH

Skin Treatments Explained: What Works and Who Should Try Them

These days, skincare treatments are everywhere. One of the most talked-about options is broadband light, or BBL. It’s often confused with lasers but works differently. Instead of a single beam, it uses pulses of light to target spots, redness, or uneven tone. The process heats up damaged skin cells,

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Mar 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Saving Earth: How a Crazy Idea Became a Sci-Fi Adventure

In 2021, a book hit the shelves that didn't just tell an out-of-this-world story—it built a world based on real science. "Project Hail Mary" isn't about superheroes or magic; it's about a scientist waking up on a spaceship with no memory, only to realize he might be humanity's last hope against a su

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Mar 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Battles to Restore Nature Before It’s Too Late

Scientists working behind the scenes aren’t waiting for politicians to act—they’re already using clever tricks to fix Earth’s big problems. One big issue they’re tackling is dirt. By 2050, some places might run out of healthy soil, which is like losing the foundation for growing food. Instead of jus

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Simple Guide to Mixing Meds for Dravet Syndrome

Dravet syndrome is a tough type of epilepsy that does not get better with one drug. Doctors often have to give patients three or more seizure medicines at the same time. The mix of drugs is very complicated because it includes special medicines for Dravet (like stiripentol, cannabidiol, and fenflura

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Mar 18 2026EDUCATION

Learning to Care After Trauma: A Fresh Look at Training

In a recent study, nine health, social and education workers were asked about their new knowledge of trauma‑informed care (TIC) after attending a training session. The researchers used a well‑known behavior change model to analyse the interviews, looking at what people could do, had the chance to do

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Mullin Faces Tough Questions Before Leading Homeland Security

Sen. Markwayne Mullin, the Republican chosen by former President Trump to head the Department of Homeland Security, had a rocky confirmation hearing that highlighted concerns about his temperament and past foreign trips. The meeting was heated from the start, with Senate Homeland Security chair Rand

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Iran’s Possible Stand‑Off: A Different Take

The idea of “winning” in war feels a bit like a wrestling match. In the ring, there are clear winners when both sides agree on the outcome, and there are messy finishes where everyone can claim victory. Wars usually have a clean ending, but many do not. Major wars like the world wars had clear winne

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Iran’s Missile Plans: A Long‑Term Concern, Not an Immediate Threat

The U. S. intelligence community has repeatedly stated that Iran is still several years away from fielding missiles capable of striking the United States. During a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, two senior officials—Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence, and John Ratcliffe, th

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