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Students Under Siege: The Crackdown on Pro-Palestine Voices

March 28, 2025

The Trump administration has been intensifying its efforts to target and deport international students who speak out for Palestine. This crackdown is part of a broader strategy to suppress dissent and control speech on college campuses. The administration has been using various tactics, including re

health

Neem Seeds' Hidden Power for Heart Health

March 28, 2025

Neem seeds might just be the unsung heroes of heart health. These seeds have a secret weapon: tiny protein bits, smaller than 1 kilodalton, that can shield the heart from damage. Scientists wanted to see if these tiny protein bits could protect heart tissue from harm. They used heart tissue from

politics

Turkey's Move Against a BBC Journalist

March 27, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, Turkey decided to send a BBC reporter packing. This reporter was in the middle of covering some big protests happening in the country. The Turkish authorities didn't like what they saw and decided to label him as a threat to public order. This all went down after he w

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Pikachu Joins the Protests in Turkey

March 27, 2025

The world is changing fast. In Turkey, a person dressed as Pikachu was seen running with protesters in Antalya. This happened during a big protest against President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The protests started after the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. He is a big rival to Erdoğan, who has bee

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Free Speech Under Fire: Columbia Students Face Unprecedented Challenges

March 27, 2025

Columbia University, once a hotbed of student activism, is experiencing a significant shift. The vibrant protests that once filled the campus have quieted down. Why the change? The Trump administration's crackdown on international student protesters has created a climate of fear. Students are now he

science

Coffee's Fungal Foes: A Green Solution

March 27, 2025

Coffee is a big deal. It's a major cash crop for many countries. But there's a problem. Fungal infections can mess with coffee plants, hurting both the quantity and quality of the berries. These fungi don't just harm the plants; they can also produce toxins that affect humans. So, managing these fun

health

Heart Healing: New Insights into Cell Death and Recovery

March 27, 2025

The heart's response to injury is complex. One type of cell death, called necroptosis, has caught the eye of researchers. It's different from the more well-known apoptosis. Unlike apoptosis, necroptosis triggers inflammation. This can lead to more damage, scarring, and changes in the heart's structu

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The Hidden Power of XIAP in Cancer Growth

March 27, 2025

XIAP, or X-linked inhibitor of apoptosis protein, is a key player in the body's defense against cell death. It is the strongest member of the inhibitor of apoptosis protein family. XIAP's main job is to stop apoptosis, which is the process of programmed cell death. It does this by blocking two main

education

Why Conspiracy Theories Spread Like Wildfire

March 27, 2025

Conspiracy theories are everywhere. They are not new. They have been around for a long time. They are like a virus. They spread quickly and infect many minds. But why do they spread so fast? There are a few reasons. One big reason is that people like simple explanations. They like to believe that th

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Trump's Election Shake-Up: Can He Really Do That?

March 27, 2025

The U. S. President, Donald Trump, recently made big changes to how elections are run in the country. He signed an order that requires proof of citizenship for voter registration and mandates that all mailed ballots must be received by Election Day. This move has sparked a lot of debate and criticis