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Oct 18 2024SPORTS

Ralf Rangnick's Austria Thrash Erling Haaland's Norway: Fans Reflect on What Could Have Been

In a recent UEFA Nations League match, Austria under Ralf Rangnick crushed Norway 5-1. Fans of Manchester United can't help but wonder what might have been if Rangnick had stayed at Old Trafford. Rangnick, who briefly managed United, has been making waves with the Austrian national team. Since takin

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Biotech Moves: Layoffs, Deals, and Drug Concerns

Let's take a look at what's been happening in the biotech world today. Sage Therapeutics is cutting its workforce by a third and changing its leadership. Why? Recent clinical trial failures have likely played a role. Over in Australia, regulators have rejected Eisai and Biogen's Alzheimer's drug, L

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

Kids' Vaccinations in the US: A Dropping Trend

Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released some concerning news. The vaccination rates for kindergartners in the US have dropped again. In the 2023-2024 school year, only 92% of kids got their routine shots—a decrease from 93% last year and 95% in 2019-2020. The drop is m

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

Whooping Cough on the Rise: What You Need to Know

You might remember whooping cough as that nasty cold that turns into a long cough. Well, it's back and it's making a lot of kids sick. In fact, this year has seen the most cases in a decade. Why is this happening? Experts say it's because we're going back to normal after COVID-19 kept many illnesses

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

The Hidden Struggle of New Moms: Postpartum Depression

Imagine having a beautiful new baby but feeling overwhelmed, sad, or even thinking about harming yourself. This is what postpartum depression feels like. Katherine Schiefer, a 35-year-old lawyer, was diagnosed with it after her husband noticed her suicidal thoughts. She's not alone. One in eight new

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Oct 17 2024POLITICS

Navigating Abortion in Today's America

Since 2022, the US has seen a drastic shift in abortion rights after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Many states have moved to restrict or outright ban abortion care, leaving those facing unwanted pregnancies in a state of fear and confusion. The new laws often delay essential medical care

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Oct 16 2024BUSINESS

Pharmacies Shut Their Doors: What's Happening?

You know those neighborhood drug stores you've always gone to? Well, many are shutting down, and it's not just one or two. Walgreens is planning to close 1,200 stores. CVS is not far behind, closing a total of 1,144 stores between 2018 and 2023. Even Rite Aid is struggling, announcing the closure of

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Trump's Fox Town Hall: A Casual Chat on Democrats and Democracy

Former President Donald Trump took center stage at a Fox News town hall, this time in front of an all-female audience in Cumming, Georgia. He didn't hold back, launching into a tirade against Democrats. He labeled them as "dangerous" and "evil," going so far as to say they're "Marxists, communists,

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

Soccer and Volleyball Teams Shine in Recent Matches

Last week was full of action on the fields and courts. Tech's boys soccer team made it to the Section 8AA semifinals after a nail-biting 1-0 win over Apollo. They'll face Willmar next, who also secured a 1-0 victory over Alexandria. The game's set for Thursday night at STMA High School. Volleyball

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

Why Magic Johnson's Investment in the Washington Spirit is a Game Changer

Soccer star Croix Bethune is thrilled about the new investor joining the Washington Spirit – none other than basketball legend Magic Johnson. Johnson, known for his smart investments, is making waves in women's soccer, just like he did in other sports. His involvement brings major attention to the N

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