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Dec 01 2025OPINION

Los Angeles' Board and Care Homes: A Fading Lifeline?

In Los Angeles, a unique type of housing called board and care homes has been disappearing fast. These places offer a roof and meals to people who need long-term care, often those with disabilities or low incomes. Some people think these homes are essential and should be saved. Others believe they k

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Dec 01 2025CRIME

The Struggle to Leave the Past Behind

Desistance, the process of leaving a life of crime, is often seen as a straightforward journey. However, it's far from simple. It's more like a winding road with many obstacles. This is especially true for those trying to leave gangs or drug-related activities. A recent study looked at a Swedish pro

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Nov 30 2025HEALTH

How a Simple Sugar Might Help Calm Intestinal Storms

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a tough condition where the gut gets inflamed. It's not just one thing causing it, but many factors, including the tiny creatures living in our gut. Scientists have been looking into a natural sugar called 2'-FL, found in breast milk, to see if it can help. In a recent st

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Nov 30 2025HEALTH

Monkeys in Labs: A Big Change in How We Do Science

A big shift is happening in how the government does science. The CDC, a major health agency, has decided to stop using monkeys in their research. This is a huge deal because for years, they've been using these animals to test new medicines and treatments. The decision came from Robert F. Kennedy Jr

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Nov 30 2025WEATHER

Chilly Start to December: Minnesota's Frosty Forecast

Minnesota is in for a frosty start to December. The first week is expected to be quite chilly, with temperatures taking a dive. Sunday is off to a breezy start, with some light snow being blown around. The wind will ease up as the day goes on, but the cold will stick around. Overnight, temperatures

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Nov 30 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather Wild Ride: Rain, Wind, and Snow Ahead for Massachusetts

Massachusetts is gearing up for a rollercoaster of weather this weekend. Things are about to get wet and wild. Rain and strong winds are on the way, with a possible snowstorm looming early next week. Saturday night is going to be chilly. Temperatures will drop to the low 20s. Sunday starts off dry,

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Nov 30 2025WEATHER

Chilly Start to Winter in North Texas

North Texas is experiencing its coldest air of the season. This comes just before the official start of winter. The past few months have been unusually warm. The average temperature was around 73 degrees. This fall might even rank as the second warmest on record for DFW Airport. A strong cold front

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Nov 30 2025OPINION

Finding Comfort in the Stars: A Shift from Therapy to Astrology

People often seek help to understand themselves better. For some, this means talking to a therapist. But for others, like the person in this story, therapy didn't feel quite right. They felt stuck, like they weren't making progress. They also had a nagging feeling that their therapist knew more abou

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Nov 30 2025OPINION

Maine's Fight for Affordable Housing: A Critical Look

Maine is struggling with a housing crisis that's affecting everyone. From young adults to families, people are finding it hard to afford homes. But it's even worse for those with low incomes or facing challenges like disabilities or addiction. For them, finding affordable housing can mean the differ

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Nov 30 2025SCIENCE

Squishing Ceramics to Make Better Batteries

Ceramic membranes are super important in things like batteries and gas filters. They help make energy and split gases. But making them is tricky. When people heat them up to make them dense, some parts evaporate or move around. This messes up how well they work, especially in things like proton-cond

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