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Oct 03 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Big Shift: Why Fewer PhD Students?

Harvard University is making a big change. They are cutting back on their doctoral programs. This is not a total stop, but a significant slowdown. The university says they are facing money troubles. Other schools are also feeling the pinch. Boston University, for example, paused some graduate progra

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Oct 03 2025SPORTS

Danica Patrick Criticizes Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Performance

Danica Patrick, a well-known figure in the racing world, recently shared her thoughts on Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show. She believes the performance was not suitable for the event. This sparked a lot of conversation among fans and critics alike. The Super Bowl halftime show is a big deal, oft

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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

Berkshire Hathaway's $9. 7 Billion Move: What's Next?

Berkshire Hathaway is making waves with a $9. 7 billion acquisition of OxyChem, a chemical division of Occidental Petroleum. This deal might be one of the last big moves by Warren Buffett, the legendary dealmaker who has been at the helm for decades. Buffett's involvement in this deal is notable, e

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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

Lovers Lane: A Bumpy Ride for Local Shops

Lovers Lane, a bustling street in University Park, is currently a hotspot for construction. This isn't just any construction; it's a massive project that's been in the works for years. The goal? To give the area a much-needed facelift. But while the city is busy improving the infrastructure, small b

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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

Lansing Bakery Takes a Big Bite Out of Online Success

A local bakery owner just scored a huge win on a national stage. Nikki Thompson Frazier, the owner of Sweet Encounter Bakery & Cafe, walked away with $35, 000 after impressing the judges on "Shark Tank. " The catch? She didn't even appear on the TV show. Instead, she pitched her business plan at the

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Oct 02 2025HEALTH

How Beliefs Can Help Kids Stay Safe and Strong

Child abuse is a big problem all over the world. It affects kids' health, growth, and happiness. While many ways to stop violence have been found, one important factor is often overlooked: spirituality. This is the idea of having a strong set of beliefs and values that guide a person's life. Spirit

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Oct 02 2025BUSINESS

Job Cuts Hit Finance Firm After Key Client's Downfall

A finance company called Raistone has recently made the tough decision to lay off a number of its employees. This move comes after one of its main clients, First Brands Group, suddenly went out of business. First Brands was a company that supplied parts for vehicles, and its collapse has had a rippl

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Sep 29 2025BUSINESS

Starbucks Brews Up Big Changes

Starbucks, a coffee giant, is facing some tough times. The company recently announced it would close about 1% of its stores in North America. This might not sound like a lot, but it's a big deal. They're also letting go of 900 workers and taking a huge financial hit. The new CEO, Brian Niccol, is tr

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Sep 29 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Corsets Take Over NFL Fashion Scene

Kash Doll's unique fashion choice at a recent Philadelphia Eagles game has sparked a trend among NFL WAGs. The rapper rocked a custom corset designed by Mercedes, a celebrity fashion designer, which quickly became a hit on social media. The corset was a collaboration between Kash Doll and Mercedes,

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Sep 29 2025SCIENCE

The Five Big Ideas from a Brainy Scientist

Karl Friston is a big deal in the world of science. He's turned 65, and people are celebrating his work. His ideas have changed how we understand the brain and how it works. He's come up with five main ideas, or formulae, that have made a huge impact. First, let's talk about the brain. Friston thin

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