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Mar 14 2025WEATHER

Storms, Fire, and Snow: A Weekend of Extreme Weather

The Midwest and South are gearing up for a wild ride this weekend. Severe storms are expected to sweep through the region, bringing winds that could gust up to 90 mph and hail the size of baseballs. The National Weather Service has issued a "moderate risk" warning for areas including St. Louis, Spri

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Mar 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Race: US Needs to Loosen Rules for AI Training

In the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence, the US is in a race to stay ahead. A major player in this game, a company behind a popular chatbot, has a bold suggestion. They want the US government to make it easier for AI companies to learn from existing creative works. This could mean fewer r

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Mar 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Blast from the Past and More

The Lakeshore Community Concerts season is wrapping up with a bang. The final show is a tribute to the 1960s, featuring Sixtiesmania. This band covers everything from the Beatles to the music of Woodstock. The concert will be held at Highland High School’s Monbeck Auditorium, 9135 Erie St. in Highla

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Mar 14 2025EDUCATION

Teachers at College Park Middle School Get a Big Boost!

A big win for educators in Berkeley County! College Park Middle School just scored a massive grant from the South Carolina Department of Education. This isn't just any grant—it's the Strategic Compensation Pilot Grant, and it's worth up to $199, 800. The grant is all about shaking up how teachers ge

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Mar 14 2025HEALTH

Getting Ready for the Big Surgery: Boosting Health Before Colorectal Surgery

Colorectal cancer typically involves surgery as the main treatment. The idea of prehabilitation is to boost a patient's physical abilities before surgery. This helps lower the chances of problems during and after the operation. The big question is, what exactly should prehabilitation involve? Should

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Mar 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Chromecast Users Face Unexpected Glitch

Chromecast devices, particularly the 2nd generation and Chromecast Audio models, have been causing headaches for users. Over the weekend, many users encountered an "untrusted device" error. This error prevented them from casting their favorite shows and music. The issue seems to have affected a larg

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Mar 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Spam Texts: How to Spot and Stop Them

Have you ever received a text message saying you owe money for tolls you never paid? Or maybe you've gotten a message saying you've won a gift card. These are common tricks used by scammers to steal your information or money. This is known as smishing, where scammers use text messages to trick peopl

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Mar 14 2025HEALTH

Breathe Easy: How Air Purifiers Can Improve Your Health

Allergies are a common problem for many people, especially when the weather starts to warm up. Many people do not know that allergens like pollen and dust mites can follow you inside your home. The Environmental Protection Agency has found that indoor pollutant levels can be much higher than outdo

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Mar 14 2025HEALTH

Glaucoma: The Silent Thief of Sight

Every year, World Glaucoma Day shines a spotlight on a sneaky condition that can steal your sight without you even knowing it. This disease damages the optic nerve, which is crucial for good vision. It can lead to vision loss and even blindness if left untreated. What's scary is that many people don

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Mar 14 2025HEALTH

Fun and Learning: The Power of Play and Stories in Teaching Kids About Health

Kids are naturally curious and love to have fun. So, why not use this to teach them about health? Using play and stories is a great way to do this. This is not a new idea, but it's gaining traction in the world of pediatric health education. Picture this: a group of kids playing a game that t

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