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The CDC vaccine panel voted to drop the universal COVID vaccine recommendation.
Instead, Americans will now receive individual guidance based on their health needs.
The change aims...
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The Trump administration has proposed making IVF more accessible to Americans, but experts and advocates are skeptical.
Leading IVF organizations say they were not consulted on the plan.
The proposal includes potential insurance coverage changes and federal mandates.
Critics argue the plan is politically motivated and lacks...
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Donald Trump’s administration cut meteorologist jobs in Kentucky, leaving a weather office understaffed.
A tornado killed 14 people in Kentucky, highlighting the risks of reduced staffing in weather forecasting.
The Jackson, Kentucky office couldn’t cover overnight shifts due to staff shortages.
Meteorologists faced a life-threatening situation with...
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The FDA has approved a new blood test to diagnose Alzheimer’s in adults.
This is the first-ever blood test for Alzheimer’s, making diagnosis more accessible.
The test measures specific proteins linked to Alzheimer’s and amyloid plaques in the brain.
It was developed by Fujirebio Diagnostics Inc., a...
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NASA scientists calculate a lunar eclipse in A.D. 33 that may mark Jesus’ crucifixion.
The Bible mentions celestial events as signs.
This discovery ties science and faith together.
A Lunar Eclipse and a Biblical Event
NASA scientists have made an exciting discovery. They believe a lunar eclipse in A.D....
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The Trump administration plans to rewrite a Biden-era rule on exporting advanced AI chips.
The old rule was called too complicated and harmful to innovation.
The new rule aims to simplify things and help the U.S. lead in AI technology.
The focus is on high-end chips like...
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HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has directed federal agencies to explore new measles treatments, including vitamins, instead of promoting vaccinations.
Doctors are concerned this move could undermine public confidence in vaccines.
The U.S. is experiencing its largest measles outbreak in 25 years, with over 930 cases...
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A new report suggests there’s no strong evidence that gender-affirming care for minors is effective in treating gender dysphoria or improving mental health.
The report highlights concerns about potential clinical recklessness in treating minors.
Existing studies on the topic are said to have biased and flawed methods.
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NASA’s science budget could be cut by nearly half, impacting current and future missions worth billions.
The cuts could end several major projects and affect the US leadership in space exploration.
Introduction: NASA, a leader in space exploration, faces a significant threat as its science budget is proposed to...
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Jared Isaacman, billionaire CEO of Shift4, is President Trump’s choice to lead NASA.
Isaacman hinted at making Mars exploration a top priority during his Senate confirmation hearing.
He has flown aboard SpaceX capsules twice and is known for his passion for space travel.
The Senate Committee on...
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China has a secret space lab near Shanghai.
The lab is planning big missions to the outer planets.
Details about the missions were shared publicly this week.
The lab is a joint project between China’s space agency and a local university.
China has been quietly working on big...
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Rich nations may fail to meet their climate finance promises to poorer countries.
Budget cuts and shifting priorities threaten global climate action.
The US and European countries are cutting back on environmental spending.
Developing nations face a massive funding gap to combat climate change.
Rich Nations' Climate Promises...
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Singer Katy Perry is set to embark on a space adventure with Jeff Bezos' aerospace company.
Crockett's recent appearance on a comedy show highlighted the trend of celebrities venturing into space.
Space tourism is gaining momentum with notable figures leading the way.
Introduction: Space travel, once the realm of...
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- Intuitive Machines is attempting its second Moon landing after its first robot tipped over.
- The new mission, Athena, will launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and land near the lunar south pole.
- The lander carries tools to search for ice, a hopping drone, and a rover...
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- National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service cut over 4,400 jobs, mostly new hires.
- Outdoor enthusiasts and nearby communities worry about reduced services and crowded parks.
- Safety concerns rise with fewer staff, but no direct mentions of specific incidents yet.
Big Cuts in National Park Jobs Cause Worry
Loss...
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- Fog can be collected to help cities in deserts with water shortages.
- Researchers in Chile found that up to 5 liters of fog water can be gathered per square meter daily.
- This method could support growing urban areas in arid regions.
- Fog collection is simple but may...
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- A cosmic neutrino set unprecedented energy records.
- The neutrino carried around 220 million billion electron volts of energy.
- Researchers used a partially built underwater detector to capture the event.
- The discovery pushes the boundaries of astrophysics and cosmic ray studies.
A cosmic neutrino hit the Mediterranean Sea with...
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- A cosmic neutrino with record-breaking energy was detected in the Mediterranean Sea.
- This neutrino is 20 times more energetic than any previously observed.
- Detected by the KM3NeT telescope, which is still under construction.
- Scientists are unsure of its origin but speculate it could come from supermassive black...
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- There is a new review process on scientific papers.
- Certain words may be banned in research due to recent policy changes.
- Health documents have been removed from websites.
- Free speech and academic freedom concerns are rising.
- The process comes as part of a broad political effort.
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In recent...
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- Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams might return to earth in early March.
- The two astronauts have been on the International Space Station for over eight months.
- SpaceX has been tasked with ensuring their safe return.
- The launch, in conjunction with SpaceX, is now scheduled for March 12.
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- Charged particles, known as protons and electrons, zip around above our heads at almost the speed of light.
- Certain events can displace these particles, resulting in a downpour of electrons into Earth's atmosphere.
- A new study reveals that electromagnetic waves caused by lightning can trigger these electron...
