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Jul
10
2025
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By Lily Chang
The deepening water shortage row between the US and Mexico

The deepening water shortage row between the US and Mexico

International
A long-standing dispute between the United States and Mexico over water-sharing obligations is intensifying, as prolonged drought conditions, rising temperatures, and shifting rainfall patterns place unprecedented pressure on key river systems along the border. At the heart of the issue is a complex binational agreement that governs the allocation of water from the Rio Grande and the Colorado River—lifelines for agricultural production, municipal supply, and ecological balance in both nations.The 1944 Water Treaty, a historic agreement finalized over 80 years prior, stipulates the allocation of water from these rivers. According to its provisions, the United States supplies Mexico with water…
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Jul
10
2025
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By Lily Chang
'Wobbly-tooth puberty': How children's brains change at six-years-old

‘Wobbly-tooth puberty’: What happens to children’s brains at age six

Science and Technology
Around the age of six, children undergo remarkable developmental changes that affect not only their physical growth but also their cognitive and emotional capacities. This transitional period, sometimes informally called "wobbly-tooth puberty," marks a critical phase in brain maturation that lays the foundation for more complex thinking, social skills, and emotional regulation.The phrase "wobbly-tooth puberty" humorously alludes to a distinct physical event that occurs for children at this age—the shedding of primary teeth—coinciding with crucial neurological transformations. Although tooth loss is the most apparent indicator of transition, internally, the restructuring of children's brains significantly impacts their conduct, education, and engagement…
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Jul
10
2025
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By Lily Chang
'Heart-breaking': Locals and visitors devastated by loss of Grand Canyon Lodge

‘Heart-breaking’: Community and tourists grieve over Grand Canyon Lodge destruction

International
A cherished piece of American heritage has been reduced to ashes, as the iconic Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon has been destroyed, leaving residents and visitors in a state of profound grief. The historic structure, which stood for nearly a century as a gateway to the natural splendor of one of the nation’s most awe-inspiring landmarks, was lost in a devastating fire, according to National Park Service officials.The loss of the lodge has struck an emotional chord for many. Locals who grew up with the lodge as a familiar part of their landscape and…
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Jul
10
2025
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By Lily Chang
EU delays retaliatory trade tariffs against US

EU postpones new retaliatory trade tariffs against US

Economy
The European Union has opted to delay the enforcement of planned trade tariffs on goods imported from the United States, signaling a strategic pause in an ongoing transatlantic dispute. The decision, which comes amid broader efforts to maintain diplomatic stability and protect economic interests on both sides, reflects a measured approach to managing complex trade tensions between two of the world's largest economies.Initially, the proposed tariffs were part of a broader package of retaliatory measures drafted in response to long-standing disagreements over subsidies and market access. The tensions, which have their roots in disputes over aerospace funding, digital services taxation,…
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