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Social Media Stars Shape Politics Without Saying a Word

December 22, 2025

Social media influencers have a surprising impact on politics, even when they don't talk about it. Recent studies reveal that these content creators can sway political views just by being popular. It turns out, what they post—or don't post—matters a lot. Meanwhile, Amazon workers are raising alarms

opinion

Standing Up for Strangers: The Church's Fight for Immigrant Rights

December 22, 2025

The Catholic Church is making a strong stand for immigrants. They say it's important to treat everyone with kindness, especially those who are new to the country. This is not about ignoring the law. It's about making sure people are treated fairly and with respect. The Pope and other Church leaders

politics

Indiana's Map Mess: Who Won and Who Lost?

December 22, 2025

In Indiana, a big fight happened over changing the state's political maps. The Senate said no, even though former President Donald Trump wanted it done. This decision caused some big names to either gain or lose points. Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray, along with Senators Jean Leising and Greg

technology

Art and AI: Who Will Pay the Price?

December 22, 2025

Artists are worried. AI is getting better at making art, music, and writing. This raises a big question: Will people still pay for human-made art? Researchers talked to many artists. They found that AI is not just a threat to art quality. It's a threat to artists' jobs. AI can do simple tasks that

sports

Montreal Canadiens' Jake Evans Faces Tough Injury Challenge

December 22, 2025

Jake Evans, a key player for the Montreal Canadiens, is facing a rough patch after a heavy collision during a recent game. The incident happened when Evans and Justin Brazeau of the Pittsburgh Penguins clashed knees during the first period. Evans tried to walk off but couldn't return, leaving fans w

politics

Guinea's Leader: From Coup to Campaign

December 22, 2025

Mamady Doumbouya, who took control of Guinea in a coup four years ago, is now aiming to become the country's president through elections. He has made big changes in Guinea's mining industry and started a huge iron ore project. These moves could help him win the upcoming presidential vote, which is s

health

The Gut Guardian: How a Tiny Protein Helps Heal Our Intestines

December 22, 2025

In the world of gut health, a tiny protein named Amuc0904 is making big waves. This protein, found in a beneficial gut bacterium called Akkermansia muciniphila, plays a crucial role in healing our intestines. When our gut is inflamed, like during colitis, this protein steps in to help. It boosts th

education

A University Course That Shapes Future Teachers' Views on Immigration

December 22, 2025

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a first-year education course is sparking conversations about its approach to immigration topics. The course, "Identity and Difference in Education, " includes lessons that focus on the language used to discuss immigration and the experiences of immigr

entertainment

Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Game's Kickstarter Surpasses Expectations

December 22, 2025

Mystery Science Theater 3000, a beloved show from the past, is making a comeback in an unexpected way. A tabletop game based on the show has just launched on Kickstarter. The response has been amazing. With only a few hours left, the campaign has raised over $363, 000, way more than the initial $50,

science

How a Growth Booster Helps Eggplants Fight Lead Poisoning

December 22, 2025

Lead is a big problem for plants. It's everywhere and it's bad for them. It can make plants grow poorly and not produce as much food. But there's a helper called gibberellic acid, or GA3 for short. It's like a growth booster for plants. Scientists wanted to see if GA3 could help eggplants fight agai