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fact

Tech Addiction in Kids: A Hidden Threat to Mental Health

June 27, 2025

A recent study has shed light on a concerning trend among young people: the addictive use of technology. The research, which tracked over 4, 000 children from around age 10, found that those who exhibited addictive behavior towards phones, video games, or social media were two to three times more li

politics

Justice Alito's Stance on Death Penalty: A Critical Look

June 27, 2025

In Texas, being near a crime can be as dangerous as committing it. Ruben Gutierrez knows this well. He's been on death row for over two decades, convicted for a murder he admits he helped plan but insists he didn't commit. The state argues that his involvement in the robbery makes him equally respon

health

Germany's Mental Health Journey: A Work in Progress

June 27, 2025

Germany's approach to mental health care has evolved significantly since the 1970s. The initial push for change led to a decentralized system, with local communities taking the lead. This shift was driven by a desire to move away from institutional care and towards more personalized, community-based

health

Stress, Health, and Substance Use in the LGBTQ+ Community: What's the Link?

June 27, 2025

The LGBTQ+ community faces higher rates of substance use compared to their straight peers. This isn't a coincidence. The extra pressure of being a minority in society, known as minority stress, plays a huge role. This stress can negatively affect mental health and disrupt the body's natural stress r

health

Chemicals in Our Environment: A Hidden Threat to Esophageal Health

June 27, 2025

In Taiwan, esophageal cancer is a serious health issue. It's tough to treat and often has poor outcomes. Scientists are now looking into how certain chemicals in our environment might play a role in causing this disease. One group of chemicals, called organophosphate flame retardants (OPFRs), has ca

business

Tesla's Top Exec Exit: What's Really Going On?

June 27, 2025

Tesla has seen another high-profile departure. Omead Afshar, who led manufacturing and operations in North America and Europe, is out. He's the latest in a string of executives to leave the electric car maker. Just last month, Milan Kovac, the head of engineering for Tesla's Optimus robot, also depa

sports

Ace Bailey: Utah's New Basketball Star

June 27, 2025

Ace Bailey might not have picked Utah first, but Utah sure picked him. The Utah Jazz made it clear they wanted Bailey, a standout from Rutgers, even if he had other teams in mind. The Jazz team leaders, Austin Ainge and Ryan Smith, saw Bailey as the best player available. They didn't let reports ab

politics

A Clash of Words: Pentagon Chief and Fox News Reporter Go Head-to-Head

June 27, 2025

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth found himself in a heated exchange with a former colleague, Jennifer Griffin, during a recent press conference. Hegseth, who once worked alongside Griffin at Fox News, accused her of being the most misleading reporter when it comes to interpreting the president’s words. G

health

How Active Are Kids with Epilepsy in China?

June 27, 2025

In China, there's a growing interest in understanding how physically active kids with epilepsy are. This isn't just about counting steps or hours spent playing sports. It's about figuring out what makes these kids move or hold back. First, let's talk numbers. Studies show that children with epileps

education

Why Pennsylvania Wants Kids to Pick Up the Pen Again

June 27, 2025

In a world where typing rules, Pennsylvania is pushing to bring back an old-school skill: cursive writing. The state's House of Representatives recently passed a bill that would make cursive a must-learn for all elementary students, both in public and private schools. The vote was a landslide, with