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Dec 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Brunswick's Community Champions Are Guarding Their Waterways

In Brunswick, Georgia, a unique team of local leaders, including pastors and officials, teamed up with scientists to tackle a pressing issue: keeping the city's water safe. This wasn't just another environmental project. It was a grassroots effort that earned national recognition. The group, known

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Mental Health Recovery: A Journey of Change and Challenges

Mental health recovery is a big deal. It's not just about getting better. It's about changing lives. But what does recovery really mean? And how do we make it work in the real world? In Wales, recovery is now part of the mental health laws and policies. This is a big step. But does it make a differ

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Dec 11 2025BUSINESS

Caitlin Dewey Takes the Helm at Vox's Today, Explained

Caitlin Dewey is stepping into a new role at Vox, taking charge of the Today, Explained newsletter. She will start on December 15, bringing her journalism experience to help readers grasp major news stories and global conversations. Dewey has a strong background in journalism. She has written for b

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Dec 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Phantom's New Face: A Fresh Take on a Classic

Chicago is buzzing with the return of a familiar face, or rather, a familiar mask. The iconic musical "Phantom of the Opera" is back at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, running from December 11 to February 1, 2026. This isn't just any run, though. It's a brand-new tour with a fresh cast and some excitin

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

A Tight Basketball Showdown: New Mexico Edges VCU

Basketball fans witnessed a thrilling match between New Mexico and VCU. The game was intense, with both teams showing great skill and determination. New Mexico came out on top, winning 81-78. They had a strong second-half run, scoring 14 points in a row to take a nine-point lead. VCU fought back wit

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

Missouri Sports Betting: Big Wins and Big Risks

Missouri has just launched sports betting, and it's a game-changer for fans. With the Kansas City Chiefs fighting to stay in the playoffs, the timing couldn't be better. But it's not just about the Chiefs. The St. Louis Blues are also making a comeback, and the Missouri Tigers are gearing up for a t

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

Iowa State and Iowa: A Clash of Titans

Iowa State is making waves in the basketball world. They just beat Iowa in a close game, 74-69. Audi Crooks had a great night, scoring 30 points. This win moved Iowa State up to the ninth spot in the rankings. Iowa didn't do too bad either. They stayed at number 12. But their next game is against U

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

Friday Night Sports Extravaganza: What to Watch

Friday, Dec. 12, is packed with sports action. Hockey fans can catch the Ontario Reign taking on the Colorado Eagles at 9 p. m. on NHL Network. College basketball is also in full swing, with Missouri State facing Xavier at 7 p. m. on truTV and Texas squaring off against UConn at 8 p. m. on FOX. For

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Unlocking Success: Learning from Addiction Recovery Journeys

Over the past half-century, there has been a lot of progress in understanding addiction. Scientists have studied the causes, effects, and treatments of drug use disorders. This has led to many new treatments and support services. While this progress is great, there are still big challenges ahead. T

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Dec 11 2025BUSINESS

Utah Athletics Gets a Big Boost from Private Investors

A big change is coming to college sports, and the University of Utah is at the center of it. The school is teaming up with Otro Capital, a private equity firm from New York. This deal could bring in up to $500 million, which is a lot of money for any sports program. The firm will own a small part of

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