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Dec 06 2025SPORTS

Max's Pole Position: A Race to Remember

Max Verstappen from Red Bull secured pole position in a thrilling qualifying session. His team made last-minute adjustments, and it paid off as he dominated the track. Yuki Tsunoda, his teammate, sacrificed his Q3 attempt to help Max get a tow, showing great teamwork. Despite starting in pole, Max k

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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

National Parks Shake Up Free Entry Days, Sparking Debate

The U. S. National Parks have recently updated their list of fee-free days, causing quite a stir. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth are no longer on the list, but President Trump's birthday, which also happens to be Flag Day, has been added. This change comes right after the Trump administra

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Dec 06 2025SPORTS

Alamosa's Wrestling Team Starts Season with a Bang

Alamosa High School's wrestling team kicked off their season with a strong victory against Brush, the defending state champions. The Mean Moose dominated the match, winning almost every bout. This win is a great start, but it's important to remember that Brush was still getting back into the swing o

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Dec 05 2025SPORTS

Trinity Rodman's Contract Drama: Who's Really at Fault?

Trinity Rodman, a standout player in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), is at the center of a heated dispute. The NWSL Players’ Association has taken action, filing a complaint against the league. They claim the league unfairly blocked a contract offer from Rodman’s team, the Washington Spir

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Dec 04 2025SCIENCE

Tiny Wonders: The Science Behind the Lens

The Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition 2025 has revealed its winners, highlighting the beauty of science through photography. This year, the competition, run with the Royal Photographic Society, showcased images that blend art and science, revealing hidden natural wonders. Dr. Martin

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

New Faces and Flaws in Health and Science

The FDA is getting a new leader for its drug evaluation center. Tracy Beth Høeg is stepping into this crucial role. Meanwhile, the CDC is reviewing the hepatitis B vaccine. This is a big deal because vaccines play a huge role in public health. But not everyone is happy with the FDA's plans. A group

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Dec 04 2025CRIME

A Former Counselor Faces Serious Charges for Alleged Abuse

A retired mental health counselor is now facing serious legal trouble. Edmund Rivers, 68, is accused of sexually assaulting five young patients over many years. These incidents reportedly happened at Hartgrove Behavioral Health Hospital in Chicago. The charges include multiple counts of criminal se

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Dec 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Raccoon's Wild Night Out

In a bizarre turn of events, a raccoon decided to throw itself a party at a Virginia liquor store. The little critter broke in, helped itself to some drinks, and then passed out in the bathroom. Staff at the Ashland ABC store found the mess on Saturday morning. They discovered smashed bottles and sp

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Dec 03 2025CRIME

New York's Crime Numbers Drop, But Will It Last?

New York City is seeing some of the lowest crime rates in years. Shootings, murders, and even retail theft are all down. This is great news for the city and its residents. But the question is, can the next mayor keep this trend going? The city's subway system is now safer than it has been in a long

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Dec 03 2025EDUCATION

A Lowell Teacher's Green Lesson

A science teacher at Lowell High School is making waves. She's not just teaching students about nature; she's getting them to roll up their sleeves and help protect it. Right now, her students are caring for baby turtles from local forests. Once they're big enough, the students will set them free. T

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