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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Bodies Given to Texas Medical School Without Consent

For years, Dallas and Tarrant counties have been sending their unclaimed dead to the University of North Texas Health Science Center. The center used these bodies for medical research. They would cremate those with infectious diseases or ones that had started to decompose. The rest were either embal

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Senator Vance's Weird Climate Comments: What Scientists Think

Senator JD Vance recently sparked a debate when he described climate science as “weird.” But what do scientists think about his remarks? They’re not impressed, that’s for sure. One expert even suggested that both Senator Vance and former President Trump are avoiding the truth. Another scientist beli

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Peace in the Middle East: A New Approach

To achieve a lasting peace in the Middle East, a comprehensive plan must be implemented. This includes starting a two-state process between Israel and Palestine, with strict oversight on rebuilding efforts to combat corruption. Israel's security concerns are valid, so the West Bank state should be d

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Betting on Flutter: Why Barclays Likes This Stock

Barclays has given a thumbs-up to Flutter Entertainment PLC, setting its sights high at $275 per share. The stock closed last Friday at p17,920. Brandt Montour, the analyst behind this call, is no stranger to success. With an average return of 11.1% and a hit rate of 56.28%, he knows what he’s talki

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Oct 07 2024WEATHER

Getting Ready for Helene: Florida and Georgia Brace for the Storm

Something's brewing in the Caribbean Sea, and it's not good news for Florida and Georgia. Tropical Storm Helene is gaining strength, with experts predicting it could turn into a full-blown hurricane by Wednesday. Authorities are on high alert, schools will be closing their doors, and residents are b

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Oct 07 2024ENVIRONMENT

Floods in Europe: Climate Change's Role Revealed

A recent study has shown that climate change made the heavy rains and deadly floods in central Europe much worse. The rain, caused by Storm Boris, was the heaviest ever recorded in the region. It lasted for four days and killed 24 people. The countries hit hardest were Romania, Poland, the Czech Re

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Oct 07 2024WEATHER

School Closures and Virtual Learning Due to Weather

With forecasted inclement weather, multiple schools in the area are adjusting their schedules. Midlands Technical College will close early on Thursday and remain closed on Friday, while Morris College in Sumter is closing at 3 p.m. on Thursday with further guidance expected for Friday. Columbia Coll

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Oct 07 2024SCIENCE

Did Neanderthals Wear Clothes? The Evidence Speaks Volumes

Imagine a world where the cold is as constant as the stars above. In this world, our ancient relatives, the Neanderthals, had to adapt to survive. One key question scientists are asking is: Did Neanderthals wear clothes? The answer seems to be yes, but how do we know? Scientists have found tool

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Oct 07 2024ENVIRONMENT

Virginia Floods: Schools Close, Communities Fed

The rain in Virginia was intense, and schools didn't waste time shutting down. Governor Glenn Youngkin knew that immediate help was crucial for those hit by the floods. He stressed that long-term recovery should be the focus, not getting sidetracked by other debates. While some folks pointed to clim

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Rep. Greene Sticks to Weather Control Claim After Hurricane Devastation

After a recent hurricane devastated parts of the Southeastern United States, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene from Georgia has been causing quite a stir online. She's been saying that some mysterious "they" can control the weather, and she's not backing down on this claim despite all the critic

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