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Oct 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

Unveiling TikTok's Secrets: Howexecutives knew about its impact on teens

Did you know that TikTok's leaders were well aware of the problems their app was causing for teen users? It's true! According to reports, TikTok's executives and employees knew that features like the never-ending video feed could lead to addiction and bad mental health effects, such as trouble remem

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Oct 12 2024EDUCATION

Girls Dive into STEM Careers

Imagine a place where young women can explore the fascinating worlds of DNA, robotics, and coding. This is exactly what happened during the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) program held at North Idaho College. Organized by the University of Idaho's Colleges of Engineering and Science, the eve

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Oct 12 2024CELEBRITIES

Celebrity TV Commercials: A Blast from the Past

Have you ever wondered how some of your favorite actors got their start? Many big-name stars have appeared in TV commercials, either before they hit it big or even after they became famous. Let's take a look at some interesting examples. Ben Affleck was once a teen in a Burger King ad, where he acc

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Oct 12 2024SPORTS

Chicago Marathon 2024: Weather, Food, and Road Closures You Need to Know

The 46th Bank of America Chicago Marathon is just around the corner, taking place this Sunday, October 13th. This year, the event is special for two reasons. First, runners will honor Kenya's Kelvin Kiptum, who tragically died earlier this year. Second, Brendan O’Brien will be running to raise aware

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Oct 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

Lasers and the Quest to Fix Broadband's Final Hurdle

The biggest challenge in the internet industry today is often called the "last-mile" problem. Many people and businesses can't get high-speed broadband because there's no final connection between the main internet infrastructure and their location. Fiber optics can provide fast, reliable internet, b

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Anti-Abortion Ads Use FCC Rule to Reach TV Audiences

An anti-abortion ad that appeared on "The View" recently is part of a wider campaign leveraging a federal law to force broadcasters to air their message. The ad, by longtime activist Randall Terry, criticizes famous personalities and displays graphic images of aborted fetuses. Terry, running for pre

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Oct 12 2024HEALTH

Supporting New Moms on the Southwest Side

Jasmine Williams-Lambert, a South Shore resident, decided to step out with her newborn, Simeon, who had a tough start but is now doing well. She heard about the "Barb the Breast Express" bus and decided to check it out. This bus, painted blue and decorated with art, was parked outside the WIC Greate

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Oct 12 2024CRIME

Weinstein's Cases: One Trial or Two?

New York prosecutors have a plan: they want to merge Harvey Weinstein's two sex crime cases into one big trial. This move has Weinstein's lawyers on edge, saying it's not fair. Weinstein is already facing retrial for two older charges after his 2020 conviction was thrown out. Now, he's also accused

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Oct 12 2024SPORTS

Week 6 Fantasy Football: Top Tight Ends to Watch

Imagine you're setting your fantasy football lineup for Week 6. Tight ends are often an afterthought, but not this week! Let's dive into the top players you should keep an eye on. Cole Kmet, tight end for the Chicago Bears, is a must-start in all leagues. He's been consistent, hauling in at least th

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Oct 12 2024SPORTS

College Football Week 7: UNLV, Army, and More

Get ready for a thrilling Week 7 in college football! The action starts on Friday night with Mountain West Conference rivals UNLV and Utah State facing off. UNLV, which recently fell out of the Top 25 after a loss to Syracuse, is looking to bounce back against Utah State, who's had a tough season wi

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