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Trump's Talk: Ukraine's Fight and U. S. Stance

July 5, 2025

In a recent chat with reporters, former U. S. President Donald Trump shared his thoughts on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He made it clear that Russian President Vladimir Putin seems determined to keep fighting, showing no signs of backing down. Trump wasn't pleased with a recent phone call he ha

politics

Trump's Tariff Talks: A Game of High Stakes

July 5, 2025

President Donald Trump has put pen to paper, signing letters to a dozen nations about tariffs on their exports to the U. S. These letters, set to be dispatched on Monday, outline the financial hit these countries might face. Trump kept the identities of these nations under wraps, promising to reveal

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North Korea's New Beach Resort: A Glimpse into a Controlled Paradise

July 5, 2025

North Korea has unveiled a lavish beach resort, but don't expect it to welcome the world anytime soon. The Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Area, located on the eastern coast, boasts around 400 buildings, including high-rise hotels and villas, catering to about 20, 000 guests. The complex also features

health

Boosting Healthy Eating Habits in Teenagers: A Smart Study

July 5, 2025

Teen years are a big deal. Bodies and minds are changing fast. Eating right during this time can help avoid serious health issues later in life. Think diabetes, heart problems, and even cancer. A recent study tried to figure out how to get teens to eat better. They focused on schools in Bardiya Dist

science

Peptides and Salts: A Dance at the Water's Edge

July 5, 2025

Peptides and salts have a complex relationship. They play a big role in how our bodies work. Think of it like a dance. The way they move and interact changes based on their environment. One peptide, called melittin, was studied with different salts. These salts are part of a group known as Hofmeist

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Why Are Fewer Premature Babies Being Reported in Burkina Faso?

July 5, 2025

In Burkina Faso, a surprising thing happened during the DenBalo study. Researchers expected to find many preterm births, but the numbers were lower than usual. This made them curious. So, they decided to talk to healthcare workers to understand how they figure out the age of babies in the womb. Hea

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Helping Older Adults Move from Hospital to Home: A New Tool to Spot the Bumps and Helping Hands

July 5, 2025

Older adults often face hurdles when moving from hospital to home. Current tools don't always catch what helps or what gets in the way. A new study stepped in to create a better tool for this job. The goal was clear: make a tool that spots both the roadblocks and the helpers in this transition. Thi

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Neanderthals' Clever Fat Extraction Trick

July 4, 2025

Near a lake in present-day Germany, a group of Neanderthals set up a clever system to get fat from animal bones. They smashed bones with stone tools and boiled them to get the fat. This was not a one-time thing. It happened over 300 years. They did this to avoid a dangerous condition called protein

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A Tragic Loss: Remembering Diogo Jota and André Silva

July 4, 2025

The soccer community is deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva in a tragic car accident in Spain. Diogo, a star player for Liverpool and Portugal, was just 28 years old, while André, also a professional footballer, was 25. The accident occurred early Thursday mo

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Parents' Views on Genetic Testing for Kids with Rare Neurological Issues

July 4, 2025

Parents of children with rare neurological disorders have a lot to think about when it comes to clinical genetic testing (CGT). A recent study asked 101 parents about their thoughts on this topic. The children involved had conditions like cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and developmental delays. Most par