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Dec 02 2025SPORTS

Gymnastics Scandal: How Complaints Were Ignored

A former gymnastics coach, Sean Gardner, is accused of sexually abusing young athletes. Two gymnasts have filed lawsuits against USA Gymnastics and the US Center for SafeSport. They claim these organizations did not act on reports of Gardner's inappropriate behavior. The lawsuits state that complai

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Dec 02 2025LIFESTYLE

Waukegan's Christmas Spirit Shines Through the Snow

Waukegan faced a snowy challenge this holiday season, but the city's spirit remained undeterred. With a forecast of up to 12 inches of snow, officials had to adapt the annual Christmas tree lighting event, known as Jingle on Genesee. The plan included a tree lighting, a market, a hot chocolate walk,

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Dec 02 2025WEATHER

Snowy Surprises: Pennsylvania's Tuesday Morning Forecast

Pennsylvania is bracing for a snowy Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service in State College has issued warnings. Several counties in central Pennsylvania are under a Winter Weather Advisory. These counties include Adams, Blair, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lanca

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Dec 02 2025SCIENCE

Capturing Rubidium: A Smart New Way to Extract Valuable Ions

Rubidium is a valuable element found in salt-lake brines, but extracting it has been a tough job. The usual methods aren't great at picking out rubidium from other stuff like sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. But now, there's a new trick: using a special material with lots of sulfonic acid

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Dec 02 2025HEALTH

Preeclampsia and the Protein Puzzle

Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy condition. It happens when blood vessels in the placenta don't work right. This can lead to high blood pressure and other problems. Scientists think a protein called Thrombospondin-1 (THBS1) might be involved. THBS1 is a big molecule in the body. It usually helps

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Dec 02 2025SCIENCE

Less Harm, More Control: A Smarter Approach to Non-Lethal Weapons

Non-lethal weapons are meant to control people without killing them. But sometimes, they can still hurt or even kill if used too close. So, a new kind of projectile was made. It's called a frangible projectile. It's small, about 18. 4 mm, and it's made of a special plastic called PMMA. Inside, it ha

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Dec 02 2025BUSINESS

TSMC's Global Expansion: A Smart Move or a Necessity?

TSMC, the world's leading chipmaker, is spreading its wings beyond Taiwan. This isn't just about growth; it's a strategic response to global tensions and market demands. Taiwan has been the heart of TSMC's operations for nearly 40 years. Its chips power everything from smartphones to cars. But geop

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

Tennessee's Unexpected Political Showdown

Tennessee, known for its strong Republican base, is currently the center of attention for a special House election. The event has drawn significant interest from high-profile Republicans, including Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Donald Trump. Their involvement highlights the importance of

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

Indiana's Redrawn Political Boundaries: A Republican Strategy?

Indiana's political landscape is set for a major shake-up. The state's House Republicans have revealed a new plan for congressional districts. This plan aims to strengthen the Republican hold on the state's political representation. Currently, Republicans control seven out of nine congressional seat

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Dec 01 2025HEALTH

Making Weight Loss Medication More Affordable: A Step Forward

Eli Lilly has decided to lower the prices of its weight loss drug, Zepbound, for people who pay out of pocket. This change is part of a bigger effort to make the medication more accessible to those who need it. The company announced that starting this week, the initial dose of Zepbound vials will co

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