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The World's Oldest Nun Kicks the Bucket at 116

May 2, 2025

A remarkable woman, Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, took her final breath recently. She was a nun from Brazil. She was known for her love of soccer and was believed to be the oldest person on the planet. She was 116 years old. Her incredible lifespan received praise from Pope Francis himself. Her

politics

Canada's New PM Faces Off with Trump

May 2, 2025

Mark Carney, the newly elected Prime Minister of Canada, has a big meeting lined up. He's heading to the White House to chat with U. S. President Donald Trump. This isn't just any meeting. It's happening at a tense time. Trump's trade wars and threats to take over other countries have everyone on e

politics

Louisiana's Battle Over Abortion Exceptions

May 2, 2025

In 2022, the Supreme Court's ruling in the Dobbs case led Louisiana to implement a strict law that effectively outlawed almost all abortions. This law, known as a "trigger law, " went into effect immediately after the court's decision. Since then, efforts to modify this law to include exceptions for

business

Tianjin's Stalled Skyscraper Gets a Second Chance

May 2, 2025

The construction of the Goldin Finance 117 tower in Tianjin, China, is finally getting back on track. This tower, known as "China 117, " has been sitting unfinished for a decade. It was supposed to be a major part of Tianjin's skyline, but the Chinese stock market crash in 2015 put a stop to that. N

health

Blood Pressure: The Urban Nigerian Story

May 2, 2025

Blood pressure is a big deal. It's not just about what's in your genes. Where you live, how you live, and who you are can all play a role. This is especially true in cities. So, let's dive into what's happening with blood pressure in urban Nigeria. First off, blood pressure isn't just about biology

health

Eye Care in Egypt: A Fresh Look at Treating Uveitis

May 2, 2025

Uveitis is a serious eye condition. It can cause inflammation and damage to the eye. In Egypt, experts have come together to create a plan. This plan is to help doctors treat adults with a specific type of uveitis. This type is called non-infectious uveitis or NIU. The goal is to make sure that ever

politics

Syria's Sectarian Strife: A Deadly Week of Conflict

May 2, 2025

Syria is a country torn apart by violence. This week, the death toll from sectarian clashes soared past 100 people. The fighting was between pro-government troops and armed groups from the Druse community. It was a brutal reminder of the deep divisions in Syria. The violence spread quickly. It star

science

The Role of TDP-43 Mutations in ALS

May 2, 2025

ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, is a tough condition. It's linked to unusual clumps in brain cells. These clumps are made of a protein called TDP-43. Some changes in the TDP-43 protein are connected to ALS. Two specific changes, N352S and S352p, are known to cause problems. N352S is when one part of t

technology

Apple's App Store: The Battle for Fair Play

May 1, 2025

In 2021, a judge ordered Apple to ease its control over the App Store. Nearly four years later, the same judge found that Apple had deliberately ignored this order and tried to hide its noncompliance. The judge was furious and demanded specific changes to the App Store, stripping Apple of its tight

entertainment

Hollow Knight: Silksong to be showcased in Australia

May 1, 2025

Hollow Knight: Silksong is set to be playable in Australia in September 2025. This news has sparked excitement among fans who have been eagerly awaiting the game's release. The game will be featured at the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) in Melbourne, as part of an exhibit called Game