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Israel Minister Sees Trump's Win as Chance to Annex West Bank, Faces Backlash

November 13, 2024

In a recent statement, Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's finance minister known for his ultranationalist views, suggested that Donald Trump's presidential win could be an ideal time to extend Israeli control over parts of the occupied West Bank. This land is internationally recognized as belonging to the P

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Why Some Democrats Are Struggling to Connect with Voters

November 12, 2024

After a tough election loss, some Democrats are rethinking their stance on gender issues. They believe that focusing too much on not offending anyone has made them seem out of touch with everyday voters. For example, a Democratic representative from Massachusetts, Seth Moulton, recently spoke out ab

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The UK's Plan to Outsmart Pandemics

November 12, 2024

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic hit hard, the UK's National Health Service (NHS) has been working on a clever plan. They want to spot the next big disease before it spreads. How? By teaming up with a company called Oxford Nanopore. This company has a super-fast way to read DNA, which can help find

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Rep. Moulton Stirs Debate: Should Trans Athletes Compete with Female Peers?

November 12, 2024

Representative Seth Moulton sparked a heated conversation when he suggested that transgender women athletes might have an unfair advantage in female sports. He believes that not discussing this topic openly could harm Democrats in future elections. Moulton’s views aren't widely popular among his fel

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Woke Politics: Did It Cost Democrats the Election?

November 12, 2024

On Monday's "Morning Joe" show, co-hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough read aloud a New York Times column by Maureen Dowd. The column argued that the Democratic Party's focus on identity politics, often called "woke" politics, hurt their chances in the 2024 election. Dowd wrote that this focus

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Rep. Seth Moulton's Blunt Message: Democrats Need to Debate Trans Athlete Issue

November 12, 2024

Massachusetts Representative Seth Moulton, a Democrat, has ignited controversy by questioning his party's stance on allowing transgender women athletes to compete in girls' sports. He believes Democrats avoid debate on such sensitive topics to prevent offense. Moulton, a father of two daughters, exp

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Trump's Sweep: What It Means for Democrats

November 11, 2024

Donald Trump was declared the winner in Arizona early on Sunday, completing a clean sweep of the so-called swing states and adding a sting to the Democrats' loss. This win gives Trump 312 electoral college votes, compared to Kamala Harris's 226. The Sun Belt and Rust Belt states, which were expected

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Republicans Close to Gaining Majority in the US House

November 10, 2024

Election night is still in full swing, but Republicans are already celebrating. They're just a few seats away from controlling the US House, which is crucial for Donald Trump's plans when he returns to the White House. As of now, they've snagged 212 seats out of 435, with one more win in Colorado.

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Why ADHD Diagnoses Are on the Rise

November 9, 2024

ADHD diagnoses have been increasing steadily. In the US, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 11. 4% of children had ADHD in 2022. Similarly, Sweden saw a rise to 10. 5% for boys and 6% for girls, with predictions of it reaching 15% for boys and 11% for girls soon. Several fa

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Staying Active: How Does Exercise Affect Senior Walking and Fall Risk?

November 9, 2024

Ever wondered how staying active helps older adults walk better? A recent study explored how regular exercise can impact the way seniors walk and their risk of falling. The researchers focused on people living in their communities who don't have memory problems. This study aimed to find out how muc