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Jan 26 2025POLITICS

Alaskans Stick to Denali, Despite Trump's Name Change

Jeff King, a four-time Iditarod champ, lives in the shadow of North America's tallest peak, Denali. He and many Alaskans are upset that President Trump wants to change the mountain's name back to Mount McKinley. The peak's original name, Denali, is sacred to the Athabascan tribe. They've lived in th

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Jan 26 2025HEALTH

College Students and IPV: Coping Skills Matter

College can be a tough time. It's a period where many young adults experience intimate partner violence (IPV), either as victims or as perpetrators. A recent study looked into how coping strategies affect the psychological well-being of college students who face or inflict IPV. The study involved 3

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Jan 26 2025WEATHER

Florida's Beaches See Snow, Alaska Gets a Break

In a surprising turn of events, Florida's beaches have been covered with snow while Alaska's usually snowy wilderness takes a break from winter. This week, Pensacola saw a rare snowfall of 8. 9 inches, a sight not typically seen in the Sunshine State. Meanwhile, Juneau in Alaska has only received 8.

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Jan 25 2025SPORTS

Trading Stars: Rantanen and Hall in Major Move

Well, it's official. There's a big trading day in the NHL. Mikko Rantanen and Taylor Hall are headed to the Hurricanes, while Martin Necas will join the Avalanche as part of a massive three-team deal. Jack Drury is also on the move, going from Carolina to Colorado. The Blackhawks, despite being at t

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Jan 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Updates Made Easy: What You Need to Know about Galaxy S25's Seamless Updates

Ever wondered how your phone stays up-to-date without any hassle? Meet the Galaxy S25 series, Samsung's latest high-end devices that introduce Seamless Updates. This feature is a game-changer, but it's got some people worried about storage space. Let's dig in! Seamless Updates let you use your phon

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Jan 25 2025HEALTH

Elder Abuse in Kamalamai: A Hidden Problem

The world is seeing more people reaching their golden years. This means we need to pay extra attention to issues like elder abuse. The World Health Organization says that one out of every six people over 60 has faced some kind of abuse. This could be physical, mental, neglect, money issues, or even

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Jan 25 2025HEALTH

Boosting Male Circumcision: A New Look at Education, Tracing, and Transport

Voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) is still a hurdle in many places. To increase VMMC, creative ways are needed. A study in Malawi looked at three strategies: intensive health education, SMS/phone tracing, and transport reimbursement. The study wanted to know if these methods were acceptable

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Jan 25 2025HISTORY

Wage Gaps in Ancient China: A Long Look

Ever wondered how wage gaps changed over time in ancient China? Let's dive into the story from the Han Dynasty in 202 BCE to the Qing Dynasty in 1912 CE. We'll use historical records of government salaries, prices, and farm productivity to see how much officials and peasants earned. By comparing the

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Jan 25 2025HEALTH

Bed Nets for Better Health: A Pilot Study in Uganda

Imagine a world where every night, kids sleep safe from malaria under special insect-killing nets. That's what Uganda wants, but these nets wear out fast, leaving gaps in protection. A recent study in Western Uganda tried something new. They trained local health workers to give out these nets, calle

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Jan 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's New Galaxy S25 Ultra: Limited 16GB RAM Variant in Korea

Are you eager to get your hands on Samsung's latest smartphone, the Galaxy S25 Ultra? Good luck if you're eyeing the 16GB RAM variant, especially in South Korea. The tech giant has brought back 16GB RAM after a five-year hiatus, but the catch is that it's extremely limited. You'll only find this ver

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