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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Trump’s Chance to Revamp Education and Tackle Debt

The incoming Trump administration has a big job ahead in fixing higher education. For years, colleges have raked in tax dollars while pushing their own political views and racking up student debt. They've also become too cozy with foreign financiers, including governments that aren't friendly to the

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Nov 23 2024TECHNOLOGY

Tech Use Among Aging Asian Americans: A Closer Look

Did you know that how people use technology like smartphones, tablets, and the internet can depend on things like their age, gender, and education? But what about how their background and English skills play a role, especially for older Asian Americans? There's a model called TAM that says two thing

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Nov 22 2024HISTORY

Old Silver Coin From Pre-US Era Sets Auction Record

Imagine this: a tiny silver coin, just a bit bigger than a nickel, sold for a whopping $2. 52 million at an auction! This coin is special because it's from way back in 1652, before the United States even existed. It was found in an old cabinet in Amsterdam eight years ago, and it's been a hot topic

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Nov 22 2024EDUCATION

Chat with Stephen E. Fienberg: Unveiling the World of Statistics

Stephen E. Fienberg, a distinguished statistician, was recently interviewed as part of a special series honoring the late Professor Harry O. Posten. The chat, supported by Pfizer Global Research-Connecticut, the American Statistical Association, and the University of Connecticut-Storrs, dived into F

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Nov 22 2024CRIME

Burglaries Hit NFL Stars: Mahomes & Kelce Targeted

The Kansas City Chiefs are having a great season, with Patrick Mahomes leading the team and Travis Kelce impressing fans. But off the field, these stars recently faced a scary situation. Their homes were burglarized in early October. This news shocked the NFL, not just because of the crimes themselv

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Renting in America: Can It Be Better?

Renting might sound like a bad thing in America, but it's a different story in places like Germany and Japan. There, about half of people rent their homes. Renting has its perks too, like no big upfront payments or surprise fixes. But in America, especially in big cities, renting is tough. In Boston

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Nov 21 2024POLITICS

New Plan: Trump’s Team Eyes Stronger Ties in Latin America for Migration Control

President-elect Donald Trump's team is brainstorming a robust strategy for Latin America aimed at securing cooperation in deporting large numbers of migrants. This strategy builds on the hardline approach from his first term, focusing on leveraging allies and imposing consequences for non-compliance

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Nov 21 2024BUSINESS

Netflix's Sports Push Could Boost Stock by $1, 000

Bank of America analyst Jessica Reif Ehrlich is really excited about Netflix's future, especially when it comes to sports. She thinks the company can hit a $1, 000 stock price, which is a big jump from where it is now. Netflix has been doing well this year, with its stock going up by more than 80%.

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Nov 21 2024WEATHER

California Braces for Massive Rain: What to Expect

Get ready, California! A powerful atmospheric river is on its way, packing a punch that could lead to dangerous flooding. This isn't your average rainstorm; it's expected to dump a whopping 12 to 16 inches of rain in some areas. This isn't a new thing; earlier this week, a bomb cyclone brought simil

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Nov 21 2024WEATHER

Northern California Faces Heavy Rain and Snow: What You Need to Know

Let's talk about the latest weather troubles in Northern California. Meteorologists predict up to 16 inches of rain through Friday, with some places like Santa Rosa already seeing 5 inches in just 24 hours. This heavy rain is part of a strong atmospheric river, a big stream of moisture, hitting the

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