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Sep 12 2024CRIME

Teacher's Fury: 5-Year-Old Student Choked, Dragged Across Classroom

Imagine being a 5-year-old student, forced to plead 'I can't breathe' as your teacher, in a state of rage, chokes you and drags you across the classroom. This is not a scene from a horror movie, but a real-life incident that occurred at PS 153 Adam Clayon Powell Jr. Elementary School in Hamilton Hei

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Sep 11 2024HEALTH

The Unseen Toll of Music: A Hidden Health Crisis

The world of music is often romanticized as a realm of creativity and passion, but the harsh reality is that performing arts health is a relatively new field, and musicians are often left to suffer in silence. UW-La Crosse assistant professor Kourtney Austin is working to change this narrative by

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Sep 11 2024BUSINESS

Global Markets Stir as U. S. Debate and Economic Data Shape the Future

As the world holds its breath for the U.S. presidential debate, Asian markets are reeling from key economic data. In South Korea, unemployment plummeted to a historic low of 2.4%, a feat not seen since 1999. But in Japan, business confidence among manufacturers took a seven-month hit, according

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Sep 11 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Spin Cycle: The High-Stakes Battle for Your Entertainment Dollar

You'd think it was a no-brainer: who doesn't love a good dose of gaming and entertainment? But let's dig deeper. What's the real goal of Fun Spot Arcade, the latest venture from CEC Entertainment, the parent company of Chuck E. Cheese? Is it genuinely trying to create an experience that appeals to a

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Sep 11 2024BUSINESS

Walmart's Sneaky Move to Reduce Theft

Walmart has made a significant change to its self-checkout process, aiming to curb theft. This quiet move might not be immediately noticeable, but it's a clever solution to a persistent problem. The new technology embeds invisible codes on packaging, allowing scanners to recognize items even if bar

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Sep 11 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Climate Crisis Demands Leadership at the State Level: A Call to Action

The climate crisis is an existential threat to our planet, and it's time to take action. But, did you know that state legislatures hold the key to our survival? A recent Supreme Court decision has reminded us that federal agencies can't be relied upon to make progress on crucial issues like climate

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Sep 11 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Alarming Truth About Kevin Hart's Crime Series

So, Kevin Hart's new crime series, Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, has gotten a whopping 94% approval rating from the Rotten Tomatoes audience. But what's really behind this success? Is it the ensemble cast, the writing, or something more? Some critics have likened Fight Night to Pulp Fict

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Sep 11 2024SPORTS

McGregor's Return to the Octagon: Will He Still Be a Force to Be Reckoned With?

The wait is almost over for Conor McGregor fans - UFC President Dana White has announced that the Irish superstar will be returning to the Octagon in 'early 2025'. But will McGregor still be the formidable force he once was after a three-year hiatus? McGregor's last fight was a first-round technica

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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Jennie's Solo Leap: A New Chapter or Just a Tune Change?

BLACKPINK's Jennie has signed a solo deal with Columbia Records after announcing her split from YG Entertainment in December for her individual projects while continuing as part of BLACKPINK. Her success with "One of the Girls" and "You & Me" suggests talent but also backing of label power and grou

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Sep 10 2024EDUCATION

South Carolina's Children Need Your Voice

Are you ready to speak up for South Carolina's kids? The Joint Citizens and Legislative Committee on Children is hitting the road, going from Conway to Columbia to Spartanburg and beyond, seeking your ideas and concerns about how to make life better for our state's children. What issues keep you up

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