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Aug 31 2025CRIME

When Words Aren't Enough: Taking Action After School Shootings

Another school shooting has happened. This time, it was at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis. It's the first of the new school year, but sadly, it won't be the last. Last year, there were over two dozen school shootings. Kids should be safe at school, but they're not. They're running, hidi

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Aug 31 2025HEALTH

Breastfeeding's Hidden Power: A Heart Health Boost After Pregnancy

Pregnancy can be tough on a woman's body, and complications like preeclampsia or gestational diabetes can stick around, raising the risk of heart problems later in life. But here's a little-known fact: breastfeeding might help turn the tide on this risk. Women who've had complicated pregnancies are

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Aug 30 2025EDUCATION

From Classroom to Camera: The Journey of a Versatile Journalist

Marley Malenfant is a journalist who has worn many hats. He's been in the game for a decade, working in print, digital, and broadcast. His journey started in West Texas, where he was a TV reporter for KTXS. There, he covered a wide range of topics, from education to sports, and even breaking news. H

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Aug 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Speeding Up Crypto: The DoubleZero Revolution

Crypto is getting faster, and DoubleZero is leading the charge. It's like a superhighway for blockchain data, making transactions quicker than ever. Imagine trying to send a text message, but instead of using your phone's slow data, you use a fiber-optic cable that's way faster. That's what DoubleZe

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Aug 30 2025POLITICS

Texas Republicans Bet Big on Latino Voters with New Maps

In the heart of Guadalupe County, Texas, the sun is always fierce, but the political climate is even hotter. Tomas Hernandez Jr. , a local business owner, feels the heat. He sees his community struggling with a tough economy, high grocery prices, and workers leaving due to stricter deportation polic

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Aug 30 2025ENVIRONMENT

Foreign Cash and Its Role in Fighting Hunger and Pollution

Pollution is making it tougher for many countries to grow enough food. But there's a potential lifeline: money from abroad. This isn't just any money; it's called foreign direct investment (FDI). It's used to build things like farms and factories. A recent study looked at 44 countries over 18 years

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Aug 29 2025FINANCE

Inflation's Steady Climb: What It Means for Your Wallet

Inflation is still on the rise, but not by much. The latest numbers show prices went up by 2. 6% over the past year. That's not great, but it's not terrible either. It's the same as last month, so at least it's not getting worse fast. The core PCE, which looks at prices without food and fuel, went

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Aug 29 2025POLITICS

The Fight for Fed Independence: Cook's Legal Battle Against Trump

Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors, is in a legal fight to keep her job after President Donald Trump tried to fire her. This is a big deal because the Fed usually makes decisions without political pressure. The Fed controls interest rates, which affect things like inflat

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Aug 29 2025HEALTH

Painkillers and the Hidden Threat to Your Health

Everyday painkillers might be doing more harm than good. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen, found in Advil and Tylenol, are taken by millions to ease headaches and reduce fevers. But new research suggests these common drugs could be making bacteria stronger and harder to treat. Scientists in Australia fo

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Aug 29 2025HEALTH

Can AI Make Doctors Forget Their Skills?

Doctors have been using AI tools to improve their work. These tools help them find diseases like cancer, make quicker diagnoses, and even predict health risks. But, there's a catch. New research shows that using AI too much might make doctors worse at their jobs. A study in the Lancet Gastroenterol

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