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Nov 22 2025EDUCATION

Science Students' Balloon Adventure Takes an Unexpected Turn

In a Michigan high school, students are getting a hands-on lesson in science that's more exciting than any textbook. Their latest project? Sending a weather balloon up to the stratosphere. But this isn't your average science class. The teacher, Joe Graber, is known for making learning fun and engaging. From live leeches to model rockets, his students have done it all...

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Nov 21 2025HEALTH

Thanksgiving Feast: Food and Medication Mix-Ups to Avoid

Thanksgiving is a time for big meals and family, but it's also a time to be careful with food and medicine. Some foods can mess with common medicines, causing problems. For example, leafy greens like spinach and kale have vitamin K, which helps blood clot. If someone is on blood thinners, eating too much or too little of these greens can be risky. Dairy products, li...

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Nov 21 2025HEALTH

Helping Immigrant and Refugee Girls: A Fresh Look at Mental Health Care

Mental health care for immigrant and refugee girls needs a big change. It's not just about fixing problems. It's about building a system that truly understands and supports these young women. This means creating a system that is culturally aware and community-focused. Clinics and hospitals must make a real effort to serve diverse communities. They need to listen to ...

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Nov 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

East Tennessee's Big Bet on AI

East Tennessee is set to be a major player in a huge AI project. The plan involves building powerful new supercomputers in Oak Ridge. This could be a game-changer, much like the Manhattan Project or the Apollo Program. The Trump administration is behind this initiative, called "Genesis. " It's a massive project that could cost over $100 billion. The goal is to boost...

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Nov 20 2025POLITICS

Farmers' Financial Relief and Food Stamp Changes on the Horizon

The U. S. government is preparing to reveal plans to support farmers facing financial struggles. These challenges stem from a mix of low crop prices and trade issues, particularly with China. Farmers have seen a significant drop in soybean sales, as China turned to other countries during trade negotiations. The government had initially planned to announce a substant...

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Nov 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI in Hospitals: How Robots and Computers are Changing Healthcare

Nvidia, a big name in tech, is making waves in healthcare with AI tools that are changing how hospitals work. From helping surgeons to analyzing medical scans, AI is becoming a big part of the medical world. This is not just about fancy tech; it's about meeting a growing need for healthcare services. With a shortage of healthcare workers expected in the future, AI i...

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Nov 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Country Music's Brightest Stars Shine at CMA Awards 2025

The 59th annual CMA Awards are happening tonight, and the excitement is building! This event celebrates the best in country music, featuring top artists like Lainey Wilson, Morgan Wallen, and Luke Combs. Before the main event, two winners were revealed on "Good Morning America" this morning, with Post Malone making a splash by winning one of the first awards. The CM...

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Nov 19 2025HEALTH

Orange Juice: A Surprising Ally for Your Heart?

Drinking orange juice every day might do more than just quench your thirst. A recent study suggests it could tweak how certain genes work, especially those related to heart health and metabolism. But before you rush to the fridge, let's break down what this really means. Researchers gathered 20 healthy adults and had them drink about two cups of pure orange juice da...

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Nov 19 2025BUSINESS

The Hidden Dangers Behind the Baltimore Bridge Crash

A small, overlooked detail led to a massive disaster. A loose wire on a cargo ship caused a power outage, making the ship lose control and crash into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. This accident killed six workers and shut down the port for months. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) found that the ship, named the Dali, had two blackouts. The firs...

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Nov 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

N64 Gaming Gets a Modern Twist

The Analogue 3D is a sleek, modern solution for playing original Nintendo 64 games on today's TVs. It's designed to fix the blurry, distorted images that often appear when connecting an old N64 to a new flat-screen TV. The device uses advanced FPGA technology to accurately mimic the N64's hardware, providing a crisp and clear gaming experience. The Analogue 3D stand...

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