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Breakthrough measles infections, though rare, can occur even in fully vaccinated individuals due to factors like primary or secondary vaccine failure.
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NASA astronaut Don Pettit, the oldest active American astronaut, returned to Earth on his 70th birthday after a seven-month mission aboard the ISS, landing in Kazakhstan.
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Dow futures fell as trade tensions and concerns over Fed independence under Trump shook investor confidence, pushing the dollar lower and gold to record highs.
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Pope Francis has died at age 88 after a period of illness, the Vatican announced today, April 21, 2025. Preparation for a papal conclave to elect his successor begins.
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President Trump’s renewed criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has sparked concerns over the independence of the central bank and potential market instability.
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OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioglu met with Armenia’s FM and PM in Yerevan today, discussing bilateral cooperation, regional security, and the peace process with Azerbaijan.
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A rare Guillain-Barré syndrome variant left Vanessa Abraham paralyzed and in the ICU for weeks. Her journey highlights the challenges of diagnosing rare diseases.
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Astronomers using the James Webb Telescope have detected potential biosignatures on K2-18b, a distant exoplanet, sparking debates about extraterrestrial life.
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DHL halts shipments over $800 to US due to stricter customs regulations tied to recent tariff changes, citing delays and increased red tape.
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A U.S. judge has halted plans to lay off 90% of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau staff, citing concerns over compliance with legal requirements.
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The US reports 800 confirmed measles cases across 25 jurisdictions in 2025, with 10 active outbreaks and vaccination efforts underway.
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Researchers at UC Berkeley have unveiled ‘olo,’ a new color perceived through laser stimulation of retinal cells, offering groundbreaking insights into human vision.
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For the first time in years, Catholic and Orthodox churches will celebrate Easter on the same day in 2025, reigniting discussions on unifying the holiday’s date.
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Armenia supported a UN resolution criticizing Russia over Ukraine. Moscow responds with cautious statements suggesting broader diplomatic considerations.
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The Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin is hosting the Holy Saturday Evening Liturgy (Ճրագալույց) today, marking the official commencement of the Feast of the Resurrection, or Easter. This service, observed across Armenian churches, prepares the faithful for the announcement of Christ’s glorious Resurrection.
