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Aug 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

UK Air Traffic Control Glitch: What Went Wrong and Why It Matters

A recent radar issue at the Swanwick control center caused quite a stir in the UK's air travel scene. On Wednesday, over 150 flights were canceled due to a technical snag that lasted from 4:05 p. m. to 5:10 p. m. This wasn't the first time such a problem occurred, and it's got everyone from authorit

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Jul 31 2025HEALTH

How Tough Childhoods Affect Soldiers' Lives

Military personnel often face a lot of challenges. But did you know that their struggles might start way before they join the service? Many soldiers have gone through tough times as kids. These tough times are called adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs for short. ACEs can lead to health problems

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Jul 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Kids' Sneakers with a Secret: Tracking Made Easy

Parents often worry about their kids' safety, especially when they're out of sight. Skechers has come up with a clever way to ease those worries. They've introduced a new line of kids' shoes with a hidden spot for an Apple AirTag. This lets parents keep track of their children without the hassle of

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Jul 28 2025FINANCE

Citi and American Airlines Join Forces for Travel Lovers

Citi has expanded its rewards program to include American Airlines. This is great news for people who use Citi cards and love to fly with American. Now, they can transfer their ThankYou Rewards points directly to American's AAdvantage program. The new Citi Strata Elite® Card is a big part of this c

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Jul 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Weekend Fun in the Region: Food, Comedy, and More

This weekend, the area is buzzing with exciting events that cater to all tastes. First up, the famous Pierogi Fest is back for its 31st year, bringing a mix of food, music, and quirky entertainment to downtown Whiting. The festival is known for its lively atmosphere, featuring a Polka Parade with un

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Jul 25 2025HEALTH

Breathing Dirty Air: A Hidden Threat to Your Brain

Air pollution is not just bad for your lungs; it might also be harming your brain. Scientists have found a strong link between certain air pollutants and a higher chance of developing dementia. This is a big deal because dementia already affects millions of people worldwide, and that number is expec

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Jul 25 2025BUSINESS

A High-Profile Exit: HR Executive Steps Down After Scandal

A top executive at a well-known tech company has decided to leave her job. Kristin Cabot, who was in charge of human resources at Astronomer, resigned after a public incident. This happened shortly after the company began looking into a scandal involving her and the former CEO, Andy Byron. The trou

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Jul 23 2025SCIENCE

A Billionaire's Long-Awaited Space Adventure

Justin Sun, the crypto mogul, is finally set to embark on a journey to space. He paid a whopping $28 million for a seat on Blue Origin's New Shepard spacecraft. This is not his first attempt. He was supposed to fly in 2021 but had to cancel due to scheduling issues. Then, he planned to go in 2022 wi

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Jul 22 2025HEALTH

Simplifying the Hunt for Hidden Blues: A Smaller Tool to Spot Depression

In today's fast-paced world, spotting depression early is crucial. Long surveys can be a drag, so researchers are looking for quicker ways to do this. The PHQ-9, a popular 9-question survey, is often used to check for depressive symptoms. But what if there was a shorter version that still did the jo

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Jul 21 2025CRIME

A Dark Day in Dhaka: School Tragedy Strikes

In Dhaka, a terrible accident happened. A training jet from the Bangladesh Air Force crashed into a school. This happened in the afternoon when classes were in session. The jet, made in China, took off and then crashed into Milestone School and College. At least 19 people died, most of them students

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