FDA Approves Renal Denervation for Treatment-Resistant Hypertension
The FDA recently approved renal denervation, a minimally invasive procedure to treat hypertension by disrupting overactive kidney nerves, offering a new option for patients whose blood pressure remains high despite medication and lifestyle changes.
FDA Approves Renal Denervation for Treatment-Resistant Hypertension
The FDA recently approved renal denervation, a minimally invasive procedure to treat hypertension by disrupting overactive kidney nerves, offering a new option for patients whose blood pressure remains high despite medication and lifestyle changes.
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Moderna Receives $590 Million for Accelerated Bird Flu Vaccine Development
The U.S. government awarded Moderna an additional $590 million to expedite development of an mRNA bird flu vaccine, bringing the total to $766 million, aiming to expand clinical trials for five subtypes and enhance pandemic preparedness amid 67 confirmed human cases since April 2024, with one death ...
Moderna Receives $590 Million for Accelerated Bird Flu Vaccine Development
The U.S. government awarded Moderna an additional $590 million to expedite development of an mRNA bird flu vaccine, bringing the total to $766 million, aiming to expand clinical trials for five subtypes and enhance pandemic preparedness amid 67 confirmed human cases since April 2024, with one death ...
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DeWine to Appoint Husted to U.S. Senate
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is expected to appoint Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by J.D. Vance on January 10th, potentially preventing a divisive Republican primary and impacting the 2026 gubernatorial race.
DeWine to Appoint Husted to U.S. Senate
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is expected to appoint Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by J.D. Vance on January 10th, potentially preventing a divisive Republican primary and impacting the 2026 gubernatorial race.
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Gaza Devastation: Rebuilding Challenges After Israel-Hamas War
The Israel-Hamas war has left 69% of Gaza's structures damaged or destroyed, with over 50 million tons of rubble, and rebuilding could take over 350 years if a blockade remains; a phased ceasefire agreement is underway, but its success is uncertain.
Gaza Devastation: Rebuilding Challenges After Israel-Hamas War
The Israel-Hamas war has left 69% of Gaza's structures damaged or destroyed, with over 50 million tons of rubble, and rebuilding could take over 350 years if a blockade remains; a phased ceasefire agreement is underway, but its success is uncertain.
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Russia and Iran Sign Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement on January 13, 2017, aiming to deepen cooperation across various sectors amid rising tensions with the West and an incoming US administration with a tougher stance on Iran.
Russia and Iran Sign Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement on January 13, 2017, aiming to deepen cooperation across various sectors amid rising tensions with the West and an incoming US administration with a tougher stance on Iran.
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Garland Defends DOJ Amidst Political Attacks, Highlights January 6th Investigations
In a farewell address, Attorney General Merrick Garland defended the Department of Justice against political attacks, emphasizing its work on over 1,500 January 6th Capitol attack cases and its commitment to upholding the rule of law, irrespective of political pressure, amidst a transition to a new ...
Garland Defends DOJ Amidst Political Attacks, Highlights January 6th Investigations
In a farewell address, Attorney General Merrick Garland defended the Department of Justice against political attacks, emphasizing its work on over 1,500 January 6th Capitol attack cases and its commitment to upholding the rule of law, irrespective of political pressure, amidst a transition to a new ...
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Disabled Scientists Overcome Fieldwork Barriers at Lost Lake
A field trip to Lost Lake in California showcased how scientists with disabilities are overcoming barriers to access in geological fieldwork, highlighting the need for greater inclusion in STEM.
Disabled Scientists Overcome Fieldwork Barriers at Lost Lake
A field trip to Lost Lake in California showcased how scientists with disabilities are overcoming barriers to access in geological fieldwork, highlighting the need for greater inclusion in STEM.
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TikTok Ban Drives US Users to Xiaohongshu, Fostering Unexpected Cross-Cultural Exchange
Amidst a potential TikTok ban in the US, millions of users flocked to the Chinese social media app Xiaohongshu, making it the top downloaded app and fostering an unexpected cross-cultural exchange between American and Chinese users.
TikTok Ban Drives US Users to Xiaohongshu, Fostering Unexpected Cross-Cultural Exchange
Amidst a potential TikTok ban in the US, millions of users flocked to the Chinese social media app Xiaohongshu, making it the top downloaded app and fostering an unexpected cross-cultural exchange between American and Chinese users.
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Gaza Ceasefire Reached Amidst Protests and Challenges
Following 15 months of conflict, a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas was announced by President Biden and Qatar, though a last-minute dispute is delaying Israeli approval; the agreement followed 12 trips to the Middle East by Secretary Blinken who was interrupted by protesters during his ...
Gaza Ceasefire Reached Amidst Protests and Challenges
Following 15 months of conflict, a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas was announced by President Biden and Qatar, though a last-minute dispute is delaying Israeli approval; the agreement followed 12 trips to the Middle East by Secretary Blinken who was interrupted by protesters during his ...
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Gaza Ceasefire Reached, but Implementation Delayed by Disputes
Following intense fighting, a ceasefire in the Gaza war has been agreed upon by Israel and Hamas, mediated by the US and Qatar; however, disagreements are delaying full implementation, prompting cautious optimism from Secretary Blinken despite protests during his final news conference.
Gaza Ceasefire Reached, but Implementation Delayed by Disputes
Following intense fighting, a ceasefire in the Gaza war has been agreed upon by Israel and Hamas, mediated by the US and Qatar; however, disagreements are delaying full implementation, prompting cautious optimism from Secretary Blinken despite protests during his final news conference.
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Zeldin's EPA Nomination Signals Potential Shift Towards Deregulation
During his Senate confirmation hearing, Lee Zeldin, President-elect Trump's nominee to lead the Environmental Protection Agency, emphasized balancing environmental protection with economic growth, suggesting a potential shift towards deregulation and aligning with Trump's stated goal of reducing fed...
Zeldin's EPA Nomination Signals Potential Shift Towards Deregulation
During his Senate confirmation hearing, Lee Zeldin, President-elect Trump's nominee to lead the Environmental Protection Agency, emphasized balancing environmental protection with economic growth, suggesting a potential shift towards deregulation and aligning with Trump's stated goal of reducing fed...
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Trump's EPA Nominee to Review, Potentially Reclaim, IRA Climate Funds
President-elect Trump's EPA nominee, Lee Zeldin, committed to reviewing and potentially reclaiming funds from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) during Senate testimony, citing accountability concerns raised by Senator Ricketts, who noted insufficient oversight funding for the EPA inspector general. ...
Trump's EPA Nominee to Review, Potentially Reclaim, IRA Climate Funds
President-elect Trump's EPA nominee, Lee Zeldin, committed to reviewing and potentially reclaiming funds from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) during Senate testimony, citing accountability concerns raised by Senator Ricketts, who noted insufficient oversight funding for the EPA inspector general. ...
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