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Meet Pam Bondi: Trump's Pick for Attorney General

January 15, 2025

Pam Bondi, a former Florida attorney general, recently had her confirmation hearing for the role of attorney general under President-elect Donald Trump. She's promised to end any partisanship within the Department of Justice and ensure fair justice for all. Trump nominated Bondi after his initial pi

health

Skin Condition and Genes: What's the Link?

January 15, 2025

Ever wondered what causes that itchy, red skin condition known as atopic dermatitis (AD)? It's actually quite common, affecting about 2. 6% of people worldwide. AD is a complex issue, influenced by many factors, including our genes. One important set of genes is the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) gr

politics

Pete Hegseth's Senate Grilling: What You Need to Know

January 15, 2025

Pete Hegseth, nominated by Trump for a Pentagon position, faced tough questions during his confirmation hearing. Senators, mainly Democrats, questioned him about past misconduct allegations, heavy drinking, and his views on women in the military. Hegseth brushed these off as part of a smear campaign

politics

Senate Faces Busy Week with Cabinet Hearings

January 13, 2025

This week, the Senate has a packed schedule. They're having more than a dozen hearings for President-elect Trump's Cabinet picks. Some people are expected to sail through, like Senator Marco Rubio for Secretary of State. But others might face tough questions, like former Fox News host Pete Hegseth f

health

Tropical Storms and Diarrheal Diseases: A Closer Look

January 13, 2025

Tropical cyclones, also known as hurricanes or typhoons, bring more than just strong winds; they can also cause serious health issues like diarrheal diseases. We know that heavy rain and flooding can lead to these diseases, but the full impact of tropical cyclones isn't as well understood. No one ha

entertainment

Heist Film Hits Big, Los Angeles Theaters Stay Open Despite Fires

January 13, 2025

Gerard Butler’s latest heist movie, Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, took the top spot at the box office with a surprising $15. 5 million opening. This success was good news for Lionsgate, marking the first time in months one of their films came in number one. Interestingly, the sequel performed just as w

health

Helicobacter pylori: A Hidden Factor in Obesity Surgery Complications?

January 12, 2025

Imagine this: over half the world's population carries a tiny, spiral-shaped bacterium called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). While it's well-known, its impact on people with severe obesity getting a type of weight-loss surgery called laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is still a bit of a myster

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NFL Wild Card Weekend: Predictions and Picks for Saturday's Games

January 11, 2025

Welcome to the first day of the NFL's wild-card weekend! There are two exciting games on the schedule, and we'll take a look at both. First, let's talk about the Los Angeles Chargers and the Houston Texans. The Chargers have a new head coach, Jim Harbaugh, who has had success in the past. He's help

science

Exploring Mercury: BepiColombo Reveals Planet's Hidden Side

January 11, 2025

You know Mercury as the closest planet to the Sun, but what lies hidden on its surface? The tandem spacecraft BepiColombo, a collaboration between Europe and Japan, just flew by Mercury for the last time before settling into orbit. It's like visiting a mysterious place and taking a good look around

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Who's Gonna Win? NFL Playoff Predictions

January 11, 2025

Alright, the regular NFL season is done and dusted, which means it's playoff time! Last week, I got 12 out of 16 game picks right, with a minor boo-boo on the Patriots/Bills game. For the whole season, I nailed 190 picks out of 272, that's about 70% accurate. Not bad, eh? Let's dive into my picks fo