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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

Aryna Sabalenka vs. Nick Kyrgios: A Fun Match, Not a Battle for Equality

Aryna Sabalenka, the world's top female tennis player, recently lost to Nick Kyrgios, a man ranked 673th in the men's circuit, in an exhibition match. The rules were tweaked to make it fairer, like giving Sabalenka a smaller court and limiting serves. Some people saw this match as a step back for wo

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Dec 29 2025SCIENCE

Smart Tech Helps Grab Good Stuff from Plants

Quercetin is a superstar nutrient found in many fruits and veggies. It's great for health, but getting it out of plants is tricky. Old ways use lots of time and bad chemicals. Now, scientists made a smart polymer that loves quercetin. It's like a magnet, but for molecules. They made this polymer us

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Dec 29 2025EDUCATION

Why Schools Should Start Later: A Look at the Science and Advocacy

Teenagers need more sleep than most people realize. Their bodies are wired differently. This is not just a personal opinion. It is backed by solid science. Yet, many schools still start early. This is a problem. Experts have been studying this for years. They agree that later school start times coul

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

A Business Leader's Journey: Louis Gerstner's Impact on IBM and Beyond

Louis Gerstner, a prominent figure in the business world, passed away at the age of 83. He was best known for his role as the CEO and chairman of IBM, where he made significant changes that saved the company from potential financial ruin. Gerstner joined IBM in 1993, coming from a background in cons

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Dec 29 2025OPINION

Colorado's 2025: A Year of Legal Wake-Up Calls

In 2025, Colorado's lawmakers faced a series of legal setbacks that highlighted their apparent ignorance of basic constitutional principles. The First Amendment, a cornerstone of American freedoms, was at the heart of these disputes. It's surprising that in a modern democracy, elected officials need

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Dec 29 2025EDUCATION

How Arkansas Education Funds Are Being Used in Unusual Ways

Arkansas education officials have shed light on some surprising purchases made using public funds through the state's Educational Freedom Account (EFA) program. Among the items bought were a luxury chicken coop, high-end gaming chairs, and designer clothing. The chicken coop, priced at $607. 99, was

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Dec 29 2025SCIENCE

Does Hand Preference Shape Your Personality?

Ever wondered if being left-handed or right-handed affects your personality? A big study with over 26, 000 teens from England and Wales tried to find out. Most research on this topic has been small and didn't consider differences between boys and girls. This time, researchers looked at a huge group

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Dec 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

Plastic Pollution: A Closer Look at Beach Litter

Plastic waste is everywhere. It's in our oceans, our rivers, and even on our beaches. The problem is growing fast. Many countries are trying to keep track of this mess. They focus on big pieces of litter, like bottles and bags. They also look at tiny bits, called microplastics. But there's a gap. Th

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Dec 29 2025SCIENCE

When Being Left Out Shakes Your World

Being ignored or left out can really mess with your head. It's not just about feeling lonely or sad. It can make you feel unsure about everything, like you're standing on shaky ground. This is what researchers have been exploring in a series of experiments. They found that being ostracized, or excl

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Dec 29 2025WEATHER

New Jersey Braces for Icy Surprises and Wild Winds

New Jersey is in for a weather rollercoaster. Freezing rain is already making things slippery in some areas, and it's not done yet. Ten counties are under winter weather alerts, with ice possibly piling up to one-tenth of an inch in spots like Warren and Morris counties. That's not just a nuisance;

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