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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

A New Chapter for Savoie

Joseph Savoie, the former president of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, has decided to retire at the end of this year. This choice means he won't take a break or join the College of Education and Human Development as planned for 2026. Savoie shared this news in an email to university staff

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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

Oregon's School Funding: Who's Right?

Oregon's lawmakers claim they've finally met the school funding targets set by the Quality Education Commission. This is the first time in 25 years they've said this. But not everyone is convinced. The commission said the state needed $13. 5 billion to fully fund schools. Lawmakers approved $11. 36

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Nov 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at Stars Turning a Year Older

November 12, 2025, is a special day for many celebrities, as several well-known figures celebrate their birthdays. Among them are actors, musicians, and other public figures who have made significant impacts in their respective fields. Let's take a closer look at some of the notable birthdays and in

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

Juan Kreutz Takes the Helm at SMBC Americas

Juan Kreutz, known as JC, has been appointed to a big role at SMBC Americas. He is now the head of Structured Finance Solutions and the Deputy Head for the Americas region. JC will be in charge of many financial areas. These include project finance, real estate finance, and global trade finance. He

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Nov 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

Ocean Current in Trouble: What's Happening to the Gulf Stream?

The Gulf Stream, a major ocean current, is in serious trouble. Scientists have found that climate change is causing it to slow down. This current is part of a bigger system called the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). The AMOC acts like a giant conveyor belt, moving warm water from

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Nov 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Minds Over Machines: The Cybathlon Challenge

In 1993, Owen Collumb's life took a dramatic turn when a motorbike accident left him paralyzed from the waist down. At 54, he's now a seasoned competitor in the Cybathlon, a global event that showcases assistive technologies. This isn't just about winning; it's about proving that disabilities don't

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Nov 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Big Plans, Bigger Challenges: AI's $50 Billion Bet

A massive $50 billion investment in U. S. data centers by Anthropic is shaking up the AI world. This huge move shows just how fast AI is growing and the big problems that come with it. The main question now is: Can leaders handle this growth without causing big problems for the environment and local

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Nov 13 2025LIFESTYLE

From Scientist to Chocolatier: A Sweet Career Shift

Adam Brian Kaiser's journey from a science background to becoming a chocolatier is quite the story. It all started when he moved to Syracuse and began making bonbons as a hobby. His friends and family loved his creations, which sparked an idea: why not turn this passion into a business? Kaiser didn

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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

Science, Trust, and the Fight for Fairness

Antia Veal is a scientist with a story to tell. She's not just a professor at Quinsigamond Community College, teaching human biology to aspiring nurses. She's also a voice for change, speaking out about the need for more diversity in medical studies and the importance of accurate science communicati

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Nov 13 2025SCIENCE

Cosmic Fireworks: The Mystery of Gamma-Ray Bursts

Gamma-ray bursts are intense flashes of energy that light up the universe. They were first spotted in the late 1960s, making them a relatively recent discovery in space science. These bursts are short-lived, lasting from a fraction of a second to a few thousand seconds. The bursts are caused by ext

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