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Oct 26 2025WEATHER

A Change in the Weather: What's Next for Baton Rouge?

After a night of heavy storms, things are finally calming down. The rain is easing up, and the air is getting drier. This means the humidity will drop, and it will feel less sticky outside. By this afternoon, temperatures will be in the upper 70s, which is a bit cooler than recent days. The wind is

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Oct 26 2025WEATHER

New Jersey Braces for Potential Nor'easter Next Week

New Jersey might face a nor'easter next week. Weather experts say it's too soon to know exactly what will happen. They are watching a system that could bring heavy rain and strong winds. First, a weak weather system might bring light rain and drizzle to coastal areas on Tuesday and Wednesday. Winds

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Oct 26 2025CRIME

The High-Stakes Game: Mafia's Poker Scheme Unveiled

In a recent crackdown, federal authorities have exposed a sophisticated poker rigging operation linked to New York City's infamous Mafia families. This high-tech scheme, which spanned six years, allegedly involved members and associates of the Genovese, Gambino, Bonanno, and Lucchese crime families.

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Universities Face Tough Choices: Reform or Risk Losing Federal Support

American universities are in a tough spot. They rely heavily on federal grants and student loans, but trust is fading. Costs are rising, and some schools are accused of breaking civil rights laws. A recent offer from the administration could help them avoid big problems. The offer asks universities

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Oct 26 2025WEATHER

Chilly Weekend in DC: What to Expect

The weather in the Washington, D. C. area is taking a turn for the cooler side this final weekend of October. Temperatures are expected to dip below what's usual for this time of year. The good news is that winds will stay calm, so there's no need to worry about feeling extra chilly in the mornings.

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Oct 26 2025WEATHER

Midlands Weather: Rainy Start to the Week Ahead

The Midlands is in for a change in weather as the new week begins. Expect a mix of clouds and rain, with temperatures taking a dip. The weekend is ending on a calm note. Tonight, the sky will be partly cloudy, and it will get chilly, with temperatures dropping to the mid-40s by morning. Sunday won

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Oct 26 2025WEATHER

Portland's Weekend: Windy and Wet Adventure Awaits

Portland is in for a wild ride this weekend. A big weather event called an "atmospheric river" is bringing lots of wind and rain. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory until late Saturday night. Expect strong south winds blowing 15 to 25 mph, with gusts that could hit 50 mph. This

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Oct 26 2025WEATHER

New Jersey's Weather: What's Coming Next Week?

New Jersey is in for a mix of weather this coming week. First, there's a chill in the air for the weekend. It's going to be cool, with temperatures in the 50s and 60s. No rain is expected, so it's a good time to enjoy the outdoors. But things might change quickly. Next week, a coastal storm could b

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Oct 26 2025EDUCATION

How AI is Shaping College Students' Future Skills

In today's world, students in college need to develop strong computational thinking (CT) skills to succeed in a future dominated by technology. While there's been a lot of research on teaching CT to younger students, colleges have been left behind. This is a problem because teachers in higher educat

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Oct 26 2025HEALTH

How Aging Cells Talk to Each Other and Why It Matters

Aging is a big deal, and not just because of wrinkles. It's about how our cells change and talk to each other. Once, scientists thought senescent cells, which are like old, grumpy cells that stop dividing, just hung out in one place. But now, they know these cells chat with other cells all over the

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