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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Lockdown Lifestyles: How Kids' Habits Changed During COVID-19

During the COVID-19 lockdown, kids aged 6 to 10 faced big changes. Their daily habits, like what they ate, how much they moved, and how long they slept, were all affected. Researchers wanted to see how these changes impacted kids' body composition, especially something called sarcopenic obesity (SO

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Pandemic's Impact on College Students' Emotional Development

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the emotional and mental health of college students. This is not surprising, given the current climate of global pandemics, climate change, and political polarization. Students today are more likely than ever to face public disasters, either on c

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Mar 14 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Tariff Troubles: A Double-Edged Sword

Tesla, the electric car giant, sent a letter to the Trump administration. The letter raised concerns about the impact of tariffs on their business. This was no small matter, as the company warned about possible retaliatory tariffs. The letter was unsigned and sent on official Tesla letterhead.

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Unwelcome Melody: The Booing of a Vice President

The National Symphony Orchestra's concert at The Kennedy Center was anything but peaceful. The audience was not in the mood to be quiet. Loud booing erupted as Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance entered the concert hall. The crowd was not happy. The event was held on a Thursday nigh

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Mar 14 2025SPORTS

NFL Free Agency 2025: Big Moves and Big Questions

The NFL's 2025 free agency period has kicked off with a bang, and teams are already making waves. The Seattle Seahawks snatched up Sam Darnold to replace Geno Smith, who was traded to the Las Vegas Raiders. The New York Jets made a bold move by signing Justin Fields, leaving Aaron Rodgers in the dus

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Protests and Arrests: The New Face of Campus Activism

In a surprising turn of events, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has made another arrest related to the Columbia University protests. This time, it's Leqaa Korda, a Palestinian student from the West Bank. Korda's visa had expired back in January 2022, and she was also arrested in 2024 for h

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Amazon vs. FTC: A Confusing Back-and-Forth

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently found itself in a puzzling situation involving Amazon. Initially, the FTC claimed it couldn't pursue a case against Amazon due to significant budget and resource cuts. These cuts were part of a broader effort by the Department of Government Efficiency to r

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Mar 14 2025CRIME

South Carolina Toughens Stance on Gangs and Crime

South Carolina is cracking down on gangs and organized crime. Two new bills are making their way through the Senate. These bills aim to beef up state laws and make them more effective against criminal activities. The push for these changes comes from law enforcement. They say current laws aren't st

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Michigan's Sports Rules: A Battle of Policies and Politics

Michigan's political landscape is heating up with a fresh debate on sports policies. The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) is under scrutiny from House Republicans. They want the MHSAA to follow President Donald Trump's executive order. This order restricts men from participating in

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Mar 14 2025CELEBRITIES

Bitcoin Billionaire Steps Up for Wendy Williams

Wendy Williams is no stranger to controversy, but her recent legal battle has sparked an unexpected show of support from an old friend in the spotlight. Brock Pierce, a former child actor turned Bitcoin billionaire, has extended a helping hand to Williams. He offered her a place to stay in one of

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