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Immigrants Find Support in Democrat-Led States

January 26, 2025

As President Trump tightens immigration rules, several Democrat-led states are fighting back. Lawmakers in states like California and New York are proposing new laws to protect immigrants from deportation. They're doing this by making it harder for federal immigration officials to do their jobs. For

politics

Why Egypt and Jordan Might Say No to Moving Gaza Palestinians

January 26, 2025

President Trump's idea to have Egypt and Jordan take in Palestinians from Gaza is likely to face strong opposition. These countries fear that accepting refugees could lead to security issues and make a Palestinian state impossible. Additionally, many Palestinians worry that leaving Gaza could mean t

politics

Trump's Unusual Plan for Gaza: Moving People and Building New Homes

January 26, 2025

President Donald Trump has an interesting idea for the Gaza Strip. He thinks it might be good to move more than a million Palestinians out of Gaza and into nearby countries. He spoke with the king of Jordan about this, asking if Jordan could take in more people. Trump thinks Jordan and Egypt, which

environment

Young Manatees and Hydrocephalus: A Sad Tale of Nature Gone Awry

January 26, 2025

Manatees, those gentle giants of the sea, are known for their close bonds, especially between mothers and their young. However, sometimes these bonds are severed, leaving baby manatees without their mothers. When this happens, other female manatees may step in to adopt the orphaned calves. But if no

sports

The Physical Toll on Soccer Referees in Top-Tier Matches

January 25, 2025

Soccer referees face significant physical demands during high-level matches. This isn't just about running around; it's about how their bodies respond to the intense activity. Interestingly, this topic is the second most researched area in sports officiating. Accurate decisions depend on how well re

politics

President Trump's Back: Pardoning Attackers and Detaining Refugees

January 24, 2025

On his first day back, President Trump signed a flurry of executive orders. He set a new record and immediately started tackling some of his biggest campaign promises. Two actions stand out: pardoning over 1, 500 people involved in the Capitol attack and grounding nearly 1, 600 Afghan refugees. Amon

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The Senate's Green Light for Trump's CIA Pick

January 24, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, the Senate voted in favor of John Ratcliffe, a former Texas congressman, as the new CIA director under President Trump. The vote tally was 74-25, with an unexpected 21 Democrats joining the Republican side. Ratcliffe, who served as the director of national intelligenc

crime

Colombia's Cúcuta: A City Overwhelmed by Conflict's Petite Migrants

January 23, 2025

In northeastern Colombia, near the Venezuelan border, lies the city of Cúcuta. Known for its deep-rooted peace, Cúcuta is suddenly grappling with an unprecedented wave of internal refugees. The reason? A brutal clash between rebel groups. The National Liberation Army (ELN) and the 33rd Front are loc

health

Equal Chances in Surgery: How Trainee Gender Matters

January 23, 2025

Let's talk about something important: gender disparity among trainee surgeons. This isn't just about who gets to operate; it's about how biases in the operating room affect who gets the chance to learn and grow. When we look at the numbers, it's clear that there's a gap between men and women when it

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Federal DEI Staffers Put on Emergency Leave

January 22, 2025

In a sudden move, the White House has ordered all employees in federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) offices to take paid administrative leave effective immediately. This action is part of a series of changes from the new administration, following through on a campaign promise to limit DEI