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Apr 22 2025SPORTS

College Football's Big Ten: The Quarterback Shuffle

College football is always changing, and 2025 is shaping up to be a big year for the Big Ten. The conference is going through a lot of changes at the quarterback position. Only six of the 18 schools have a returning starter. This means that many teams are looking for new leaders under center. One of

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Apr 22 2025SPORTS

The Dallas Mavericks' Risky Move: Did It Pay Off?

The Dallas Mavericks' general manager, Nico Harrison, admitted to misjudging the bond between the team's fans and Luka Dončić. This bond was evident when the star player was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers. Fans were furious and sad. They showed their displeasure loudly when Dončić returned to Dall

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Apr 22 2025HEALTH

Medicaid's Coverage of Heart-Protecting Diabetes Drugs

Medicaid is a big deal for many people with type 2 diabetes. But here is the thing. It is not clear how well it covers certain drugs. These drugs are special. They do more than just manage blood sugar. They also protect the heart. These drugs are called SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists.

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Apr 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Why Mobile Phone Fixers Aren't Sorting E-Waste

The rise of mobile phone users worldwide has led to a massive increase in electronic waste. Many people do not know how to properly sort e-waste. This waste ends up mixed with other trash, making it impossible to recycle. Fixing this problem requires understanding why mobile phone repairers do no

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Apr 21 2025RELIGION

The Secret Process of Choosing a New Pope

The Vatican is preparing for a significant event: the selection of a new pope. This process, known as a conclave, is steeped in tradition and secrecy. The conclave is a gathering of cardinals who are locked away in the Vatican, cut off from the outside world. Their mission? To elect a new leader for

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Apr 21 2025POLITICS

Easter Eggs Roll into the White House for a Big Celebration

The White House is gearing up for a massive Easter celebration. Over 40, 000 people are expected to join in on the fun. However, there might be a few rain showers to deal with. The president and the first lady will kick off the event with a speech from the White House balcony. Then, they will dive i

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

The Active Lives of Young People on the Spectrum

The HUNT Study in Norway has been looking into how young people with autism move around throughout the day. This study is important because it shows how physical activity, screen time, and sleep vary among autistic youth, those with ADHD, and the general youth population. The study used data from

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Apr 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Hawaii's Corals Show Surprising Comeback After Heatwave

In the vast ocean, corals face many threats. One of the biggest is marine heatwaves. These events can cause coral bleaching, which happens when corals get too hot and lose the algae that give them food and color. Without these algae, corals can die, leaving behind bare skeletons. Often, these skelet

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Binge-Watching Blues: How Streaming Services Impact Medical Students

The pandemic brought many changes, but one of the most noticeable was the boom in streaming services. Young adults, especially those in college, have been big fans of this shift. However, this trend has sparked concerns about its effects on their well-being. Let's dive into how this trend is affecti

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Apr 21 2025SCIENCE

The Atomic Gravity Detectives: NASA's New Space Tool

The latest brainchild from NASA is set to revolutionize how scientists study our planet's gravity. The Quantum Gravity Gradiometer Pathfinder (QGGPf) is a compact, yet powerful device designed to measure gravitational forces with unprecedented accuracy. This isn't just about understanding gravity; i

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