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Trans New Congresswoman Speaks Up on Capitol Bathroom Ban

November 21, 2024

Sarah McBride, the soon-to-be congresswoman and the first openly transgender person elected to the US House of Representatives, recently shared her thoughts on the House's decision to ban trans people from using bathrooms that match their gender identity on Capitol Hill. This rule was announced by H

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Why Federal Workers Might Reconsider Their Jobs Under New Rules

November 21, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire Elon Musk and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, is planning to end remote work for federal employees. The idea is to push workers to quit and reduce the federal workforce. This comes after both Musk

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College Student’s Killer Convicted: Trump’s Stance on Immigration

November 21, 2024

Earlier this year, a university student named Laken Riley tragically lost her life while jogging on the University of Georgia campus. The case took a political turn when former President Donald Trump shared his thoughts on the matter. A man from Venezuela, Jose Ibarra, was convicted for the murder o

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Mexico's Melanoma Battle: Dermoscopy to the Rescue

November 21, 2024

Melanoma, a serious type of skin cancer, is causing quite a stir in Mexico. It's the third most common skin cancer there, and sadly, it accounts for a whopping 75% of skin cancer deaths. So, what's being done to tackle this? Enter dermoscopy, a clever tool that's helping doctors spot melanoma early.

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The Sad Truth Behind Laken Riley's Murder and U. S. Border Politics

November 21, 2024

You might recognize the name Laken Riley from the recent news. She was the 22-year-old nursing student tragically murdered in Athens, Georgia. But do you know the bigger story behind her death? Here it is: In March 2023, during a significant political event called the State of the Union, a congress

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Are Patients with OCD Getting the Right Treatment?

November 21, 2024

Ever wondered if people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are getting the right help before they're sent to specialized centers? Let's dive into it! Researchers wanted to know if using medicine alone is enough to treat OCD before a patient is referred to a specialized clinic. First, let's un

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Musk and Ramaswamy's Idea: Bring Federal Workers Back to Offices

November 21, 2024

Two influential figures in tech, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, have an interesting idea for the future of federal workers. They want to end remote work and bring everyone back to the office. Why? They believe it could shrink the federal workforce. They think that if workers don't want to come in, t

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A Dark Day in Court: Justice for Laken

November 21, 2024

Last Wednesday, a judge put an end to the tragic story of Laken Riley, a bright 22-year-old nursing student, by sentencing Jose Ibarra to life in prison without parole. Prosecutors argued that Ibarra, who was in the country illegally, attacked Riley after she courageously refused to be harmed. This

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Tech Startup Founder Accused of Swindling Investors

November 21, 2024

Joanna Smith-Griffin, the brains behind AI startup AllHere Education and a former Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, is in hot water. The FBI just unveiled an indictment accusing her of lying to investors to steal nearly $10 million. From November 2020 to June 2024, Smith-Griffin allegedly fibbed about her

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Watchful Wearables: Protecting Grandparents, One Step at a Time

November 21, 2024

Ever thought about having an invisible guardian angel watching over your grandparents? That's what wearable sensors aim to do. These tiny, smart gadgets can be found in everyday items like watches or shoes. They observe your loved ones' movements and balance, sending the data to computers for analys