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Tensions Rise as Military Faces Off Against Protesters in Los Angeles

June 14, 2025

Military forces have been deployed in Los Angeles, and they are expected to stay there until at least Tuesday. This move has sparked a heated debate between state officials and the federal government. The situation is complex, with legal battles raging in the courts and protests continuing on the st

politics

Conflict in Gaza: A Closer Look at the Ongoing Struggle

June 14, 2025

The ongoing war in Gaza has taken a heavy toll, with at least 16 Palestinians losing their lives in recent Israeli strikes. This violence has been part of a broader conflict that has lasted over 20 months, with a new front opening up as Israel targets Iran. The situation is dire, with food distribut

finance

Splitting the bill: The rise of pay later plans

June 14, 2025

It was a simple task. Brittany needed a new couch. However, every time she found one she liked, she hesitated at the checkout. The price tag was too high. She did not want to commit to such a large purchase all at once. Then, she noticed something interesting. Right below the usual payment options,

politics

Political Moves and Global Tensions: A Day in Review

June 13, 2025

The House of Representatives made a significant move by voting to cut two years of funding, totaling $1. 1 billion, for public media outlets. This decision, which narrowly passed with a 214 to 212 vote, was largely along party lines, with only two Republicans switching their votes. The request for t

politics

Fulbright Uproar, Global Tensions, and Weather Warnings

June 13, 2025

A significant shake-up occurred when the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board stepped down. The Trump administration blocked many Fulbright awards for the 2025-2026 academic year. This move raised eyebrows, as the board emphasized the program's merit-based selection process. The government also put 1

health

The Role of Immune Cells in Brain Aneurysm Ruptures

June 11, 2025

A brain aneurysm is a weak spot in a blood vessel. This weak spot can swell up like a balloon. Sometimes, these aneurysms burst. When they do, it can cause serious problems. Doctors have found that certain immune cells might play a big role in this. These cells are part of the body's defense sy

health

How Smoking and Drinking Affect Muscle Weakness

June 11, 2025

Muscle weakness is a serious issue that can be caused by a disease called myasthenia gravis. This condition is tricky because it comes and goes. Scientists think that genes and the environment work together to cause it. But, they haven't found many clear causes. Nicotine and alcohol are two things

sports

Ukraine's Boxing Hero Calls on Trump to See the Reality

June 9, 2025

Ukraine is under attack, and one of its biggest stars is calling for help. Oleksandr Usyk, a heavyweight boxing champion, has a message for former US President Donald Trump. He wants Trump to visit Ukraine and experience the daily struggles of its people. Usyk believes that if Trump sees the reality

science

How Well Do Lithuanian Versions of Death Anxiety Scales Hold Up?

June 9, 2025

The Lithuanian versions of two scales that measure death anxiety have been put to the test. These scales are the Revised Collett-Lester Fear of Death Scale and the Existential Death Anxiety Scale. The goal was to see if these scales work well in Lithuanian. The study involved 528 people. Most of th

health

Brain Surgery: The Hidden Drainage Dilemma

June 9, 2025

Brain surgery is a complex procedure. Sometimes, after surgery to fix a brain aneurysm, doctors need to drain fluid from around the brain. This is called cerebrospinal fluid drainage. It is not always clear when this will be necessary. This makes planning tricky. Doctors are always looking for ways