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The Power Shift in Health Policy: Lessons from Antitrust and Climate Policy

March 18, 2025

The political economy approach to health policy is gaining traction. This method focuses on the power dynamics and the broader political, social, and economic environment that either boosts or hinders health. However, it faces a significant challenge. The current policy focus is mainly on making sur

politics

Trump's Tesla Surprise: Shifting Gears in EV Politics

March 18, 2025

The political landscape of electric vehicles (EVs) is undergoing a significant shift. President Trump, once a vocal critic of EVs, has taken a surprising turn by purchasing a red Tesla Model S. This move has sparked a wave of reactions and raised questions about the future of EV politics. Trump's n

environment

How Climate Chaos Hits Young Aussies Hard

March 17, 2025

The impact of extreme weather events on young people's mental health is a growing concern. These events, often called climate disasters, are known to affect psychological and social well-being. Yet, there is a lack of research focusing specifically on how adolescents are affected. One study looked

celebrities

The Mystery of Zinna: A Dog's Tragic Fate

March 16, 2025

In the high desert air of Santa Fe, a grim discovery was made. A dog, named Zinna, was found dead in a crate in a bathroom closet. The cause of death? Dehydration and starvation. This was revealed in a report from the state Department of Agriculture’s veterinary lab. The dog's body showed signs of p

weather

East Coast on Alert as Storms March Eastward

March 16, 2025

A powerful storm system is heading towards the East Coast, bringing with it a mix of severe weather conditions. This system has already left a trail of destruction across the Midwest and South, claiming at least 36 lives. The East Coast, particularly the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions, is bracin

science

Laser Mapping: ICESat-2's Journey Through Earth's Ice

March 16, 2025

ICESat-2, a satellite launched in 2018, has just hit a huge milestone. It has fired 2 trillion laser pulses from space. This satellite is equipped with a super-accurate laser system called ATLAS. ATLAS has been busy measuring the height of ice sheets, glaciers, forests, and even the ocean floor. Th

politics

Diplomatic Drama: South Africa and the US in a Tangle

March 16, 2025

The US government recently kicked out South Africa's ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool. This move was a response to comments Rasool made about the MAGA movement. Why the anger? Rasool suggested that the MAGA movement was driven by fears of demographic change in the US. The US government saw this as an

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Student Activist's Arrest Sparks Nationwide Protests

March 16, 2025

The arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a former student activist at a prestigious university, has sparked a wave of protests across the country. Khalil, who is originally from Algeria, was taken into custody by immigration authorities in the middle of the night. This move has ignited tensions between the cur

weather

Deadly Dust Storm in Kansas Leaves Many Injured

March 16, 2025

A sudden dust storm in Kansas led to a chain reaction of crashes on I-70, leaving at least 8 people dead and many more injured. The storm hit hard and fast, with high winds blowing in from Colorado and reducing visibility to almost nothing. This made it nearly impossible for drivers to see the road

health

When the Heat is On: COPD and Extreme Weather

March 16, 2025

Extreme temperatures are not just uncomfortable; they can be downright dangerous, especially for people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This disease affects the lungs, making it hard to breathe. When the mercury rises or drops, it can make breathing even harder. This is why scient