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DC's Top Prosecutor Steps Down After Hunter Biden Case

December 31, 2024

Matthew Graves, the U. S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, is stepping down from his post. His resignation comes amidst controversy surrounding his handling of cases, particularly the one involving Hunter Biden. Graves decided not to press charges against Hunter Biden for tax evasion, despite

health

Fish Extracts in Cancer Treatment: A Closer Look

December 30, 2024

Febrile neutropenia, a severe complication for patients with blood cancers undergoing chemotherapy, is a major concern. This study explored whether Channa striata, a freshwater fish, could help. The goal was to see if extracts from this fish could boost the body's neutrophil count and function, and

politics

Billionaire Bigwigs Push for Budget Cuts: What's the Deal with US Federal Spending?

December 29, 2024

Ever wondered how the government spends our tax dollars? Well, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, the dynamic billionaire duo heading the newly minted Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), are on a mission to chop at least $2 trillion off the federal budget. They're eyeing big targets like the IRS

entertainment

Media Big Shots Share 2025 Predictions: What Might Happen in Entertainment

December 23, 2024

Every year around the holiday season, media executives anonymously share their predictions for the upcoming year. Last year's forecasts weren't quite as accurate, but some predictions were partly true. For instance, Max and Disney teamed up, regional sports rights continued to be snatched up by TV s

politics

President Biden Gives Life to Most Federal Death Row Inmates

December 23, 2024

In a significant move just before the end of his term, President Joe Biden has chosen to spare the lives of 37 out of the 40 people on federal death row. Their sentences have been commuted to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. This decision comes after Biden imposed a moratorium on

politics

Could Texas Follow DC's DOGE Plan?

December 23, 2024

You've heard of Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in DC. But what about Texas? State reps like David Lowe and Brian Harrison are talking about creating their own DOGE. They think the Texas Film Commission is a great place to start cutting waste. But can t

politics

Economist Miran: Trump's New Economic Advisor

December 23, 2024

Hey, let's talk about Stephen Miran! You might remember him from Trump's first term, when he was a Treasury adviser. Well, guess who's back? Stephen's been tapped by Trump to lead the Council of Economic Advisers. This isn't just any job, folks. This three-person team tells the president what's up w

sports

How Do Swimmers Deal with Intense Training? A Smart Algorithm's Perspective

December 22, 2024

Have you ever wondered how athletes manage their training when things get super intense? This study dives into that question, focusing on swimmers. They wanted to see if a fancy algorithm, called the variable dose-response model, could help track when swimmers push too hard and start to feel really

science

Saving Fresh-Cut Kiwifruits: A New Film to Extend Shelf Life

December 22, 2024

Fresh-cut fruits are popular for their convenience and nutritional value, but their shelf life is often short due to tissue damage. To tackle this issue, scientists have developed a special film made from cornstarch. This film can trap ethylene, a gas that makes fruits ripen too quickly, and also ac

health

Why Parenteral Nutrition is Key in Helping Patients with Severe Pancreatitis

December 22, 2024

When a person experiences severe acute pancreatitis, it becomes a challenging health condition. This illness often involves multiple organ failures and high rates of infections, leaving patients at risk for serious complications. While early enteral nutrition (feeding through the gut) is typically t