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ism

Kylie Kelce’s Empowering Message on Gender Equality and Motherhood

January 15, 2025

Kylie Kelce, wife of former Eagles player Jason Kelce and mother of four girls, is making waves with her podcast and her bold stance on feminism. She’s not afraid to speak her mind, especially when it comes to gender bias. She's proud of her all-girl family and has no time for people who think she n

politics

Cuba's Terrorism Tag Lifted: What Happens Next?

January 15, 2025

The Biden administration recently decided to remove Cuba from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. This change came after Cuba freed 553 political prisoners, many of whom were jailed following huge protests in July 2021. The move was welcomed by the Catholic Church, which had been negotiating wi

politics

Cuba's Terrorism Tag: A Look Back

January 15, 2025

On January 14, 2025, the U. S. government made a big announcement about Cuba. They said Cuba hasn't supported international terrorism for the past six months. Plus, Cuba promised not to support terrorism in the future. This decision follows U. S. laws and is backed by the President. It also affects

health

Esterified Octacosanol: A New Weapon Against High Cholesterol in Mice

January 15, 2025

Scientists are digging into a potential new way to fight high cholesterol in mice. They took a close look at lauric-acid-esterified octacosanol (LEO) and oleic-acid-esterified octacosanol (OEO). These are modified versions of octacosanol, a substance found naturally in foods like wheat germ and rice

health

How Short and Long Brain Connections Help Us Age Gracefully

January 14, 2025

As we grow older, our brains change in interesting ways. They still function well thanks to a mix of local and long-distance connections. These connections help the brain process information both locally and across different areas. But as time passes, these connections can weaken, which might affect

religion

India's Massive Prayagraj Gathering: Faith and Politics Meet

January 14, 2025

Every 12 years, the banks of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in Prayagraj, India, transform into a bustling hub. This is the Maha Kumbh Mela, a significant Hindu religious event that draws hundreds of millions of people. Over the next six weeks, officials anticipate a staggering 400 million visitors, s

business

Why Jennifer Rubin Left The Washington Post

January 14, 2025

Jennifer Rubin, a well-known columnist at The Washington Post, has decided to leave the newspaper. She's joining a new startup, but not without some harsh words for the paper's owner, Jeff Bezos. Rubin feels that big media owners like Bezos have let down their readers by trying to play nice with pol

health

How Antidiabetic Drugs Affect Muscle Fat Metabolism

January 14, 2025

When you think of diabetes, you probably picture how it affects your blood sugar. But did you know it also messes with how your muscles use fat? That's what we're diving into here. You see, diabetes ties into a whole bunch of health issues, including how your muscles handle fat. When fat builds up

science

How Loquats Protect Themselves with Sugar: A UV-B Defense Story

January 14, 2025

Ever wondered how plants protect themselves from sunburn? Loquats, also known as Japanese medlars, have a clever trick up their sleeves (or rather, leaves and fruits). They make special compounds called flavonol glycosides. These compounds help plants grow and defend against stress, like harsh UV-B

politics

Jennifer Rubin and Norm Eisen Launch New Media Venture

January 14, 2025

Veteran columnist Jennifer Rubin has left The Washington Post and teamed up with former ethics chief Norm Eisen to start a new publication called The Contrarian. They aim to counter what they see as a growing authoritarian threat, focusing on pro-democracy content. The founders have already recruite