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A Woman's Fight Against Triple-Negative Breast Cancer and a Mysterious Eye Spot

July 8, 2025

A 40-year-old woman found herself in a tough spot. She had early-stage triple-negative breast cancer. But that wasn't all. During a routine eye check-up, doctors spotted a lesion in her right eye. It looked like it could be cancer that had spread from her breast. But she had no symptoms. No other si

politics

Money for Schools Held Back: What's the Deal?

July 8, 2025

A big chunk of money meant for schools in Massachusetts is being held up. The Trump administration decided to withhold $108 million that was supposed to arrive on July 1. This money is part of a larger sum of over $6 billion that's being held back from states across the country. The funds were meant

business

New York's Real Estate Giants vs. Mamdani's Bold Vision

July 7, 2025

New York City's real estate titans are gearing up for a tough fight if Zohran Mamdani, a self-proclaimed socialist, becomes the next mayor. Mamdani, who won the Democratic primary, has big plans to tax big businesses and landlords more. But the real estate industry isn't worried. They've been throug

health

How Different Teams Can Help Breast Cancer Patients

July 7, 2025

Breast cancer is tough. When it spreads, things get even harder. Doctors are trying new ways to help. They want to see if teamwork can make a difference. In the past, one doctor handled everything. Now, teams of specialists work together. This is called a multidisciplinary approach. The goal is to

health

Life on the Edge: Health Hurdles in Thailand's Border Provinces

July 6, 2025

Life near the border can be tough. Tak and Mae Hong Son (MHS) provinces in Thailand know this well. These areas share a boundary with Myanmar. Many people cross over for work or medical help. But things have gotten harder lately. The COVID-19 pandemic hit these regions hard. It wasn't just a health

health

Measles Makes a Comeback: What's Happening and Why It Matters

July 6, 2025

Measles is back with a vengeance in the U. S. In the first half of 2025, cases have already skyrocketed past the previous year's total. Over 1, 277 people have been infected, with the majority of cases tied to a massive outbreak in west Texas. This isn't just a small blip. The virus is highly conta

sports

The Tall Shooter Swaps Teams

July 6, 2025

The Indiana Pacers are adding a new big man to their roster. They've acquired Jay Huff from the Memphis Grizzlies. In return, the Grizzlies get a couple of second-round picks and a chance to swap second-round picks in the future. Huff is a 7-foot shooter who can also block shots. He's one of the tal

health

Is Capecitabine Worth the Cost for Treating Colorectal Cancer?

July 6, 2025

Colorectal cancer is a serious health issue. Many people ask if capecitabine is a good choice for treatment. A recent study looked at the cost and benefits of this drug compared to active monitoring. The study focused on patients with stable or responding metastatic colorectal cancer after 16 weeks

health

Why Some People Keep Going to the ER for Seizures

July 6, 2025

Healthcare in the U. S. isn't fair. Some people face more hurdles in getting proper treatment for epilepsy. This leads to more trips to the emergency room. Researchers wanted to see why this happens. They looked at data. They found a pattern. People without insurance or with public insurance often

health

Farmers in Iran Face Fly Larvae Challenge

July 5, 2025

In the northwest of Iran, farmers who raise livestock have a big problem. It's not about weather or feed. It's about flies. Not just any flies, but ones that lay eggs on animals. When these eggs hatch, the larvae can cause serious issues. This is called myiasis. It's common in warm places. But what