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President Trump's Citizenship Plan: A Constitutional Conundrum?

January 27, 2025

Think back to the 1990s, when a bill similar to President Trump's recent executive order on birthright citizenship was floating around Congress. This bill aimed to stop children born in the U. S. to non-legal residents from automatically becoming citizens. Such bills have been proposed before, but t

lifestyle

Why Minnesota Shines For Retirees

January 27, 2025

Minnesota might not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about retirement spots. You'd think warm states like Arizona would be more appealing. Surprisingly, Minnesota ranks very high among the best states for retirees, coming in at number two, just behind Florida. A study by WalletHub

politics

South Korea's President Yoon: A Trial to Remember

January 26, 2025

In a historic move, South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol has been officially charged with leading an insurrection. This comes after he declared martial law briefly last month, accusing the opposition of hindering his government. The decision to indict him sets a new precedent, as he's the first pre

science

The Day NASA's Opportunity Rover Began Its Martian Adventure

January 26, 2025

Did you know that on January 25th, 2004, NASA's Opportunity rover touched down on Mars? The rover, which was expected to last only 90 days, ended up exploring the red planet for over 15 years! That's like driving a car across 28 miles of Martian surface. This wasn't the only event that happened on

politics

The Mass Firing of Watchdogs: Trump's Change of Guard

January 26, 2025

Let's talk about an interesting event that happened in the U. S. government. President Trump fired about 17 inspectors general, who are like the police of government agencies, keeping things in check. They were removed all at once, which some people in Congress found troubling. Why? Because it might

health

Two Surprises: What Happened When We Looked at Skulls

January 25, 2025

Imagine exploring a bunch of skulls, just doing your everyday job. That's what this team was up to when they stumbled upon something unusual. Normally, the optic canal, which is like a tiny tunnel in your skull, carries important stuff like the optic nerve and ophthalmic artery. But this time, they

health

The Timing of Female Circumcision in Ethiopia: A Deeper Look

January 25, 2025

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a worldwide health issue. It's a non-medical practice that involves removing parts of the female genitalia. To understand the factors influencing when girls undergo FGM, researchers in Ethiopia analyzed data from the 2016 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey (ED

health

Teaching Ob-Gyn Residents About End-of-Life Care

January 24, 2025

Do you know what happens when a doctor specializes in women's health, but starts dealing with end-of-life care? It's like learning to ride a bike, then suddenly being handed a motorcycle. That's where this story comes in. Experts are trying to make it easier for doctors-in-training, known as residen

politics

President Trump’s Post-Inauguration Trips: North Carolina and California

January 24, 2025

President Trump is planning to visit North Carolina, a swing state hit by Hurricane Helene, and then California, where wildfires have wreaked havoc. This will be his first trip outside Washington after his inauguration. The main focus is on disaster relief and contrasting his leadership with Democra

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Vice Presidents After Loss: New Paths or New Starts?

January 24, 2025

U. S. vice presidents, known for their secondary roles and occasionally humorous moments, face unique challenges. When they lose a presidential run, their future careers aren’t always clear. Dan Quayle’s spelling mishaps, Dick Cheney’s hunting accident, and Mike Pence’s fly-in-the-debate encounter a