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Apr 15 2025WEATHER

Springtime Weather and River Flooding: What to Expect

Spring is here, and the weather is mostly cooperative for outdoor fun. However, a small cold front will pass through on Tuesday, slowing down the warming trend for a bit. This front will bring in cooler, drier air, which is a nice change from the usual humidity. The good news is that it won't brin

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Apr 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Casting Magic: New Faces for the Harry Potter TV Series

The Harry Potter TV series is gearing up with a fresh cast. Four main roles and two supporting parts have been filled. John Lithgow will step into the shoes of Albus Dumbledore. Janet McTeer will take on the role of Minerva McGonagall. Paapa Essiedu will portray Severus Snape. Nick Frost will bring

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Apr 14 2025EDUCATION

Universities Under Fire: Government vs. Academic Freedom

For decades, the federal government has been a key player in funding universities. This partnership has led to major breakthroughs in medicine, engineering, and science. These advancements have improved lives worldwide. Lately, the government has been threatening to cut ties with some universities.

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Apr 14 2025HEALTH

Understanding Trauma Beyond PTSD: A Look at Arab Refugees

The idea of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is well-known in places affected by war and displacement. It is often the go-to diagnosis for people who have experienced trauma. However, some experts question if PTSD is the best way to understand the stress experienced by those living through ongo

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Apr 13 2025HEALTH

The Measles Menace: How Money Troubles Fuel Outbreaks

The recent measles outbreak in West Texas was not a random event. This disease, which was declared eliminated in the U. S. in 2000, spread across more than 20 counties. The primary reason? Health departments lacked the funds to run effective vaccine programs. This issue is not unique to Texas; it's

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Apr 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New Faces in Jackson: The Last of Us Season 2

The upcoming season of "The Last of Us" is set to introduce a fresh batch of characters. This time, the story unfolds five years after the first season's events. Joel and Ellie have settled in the snowy town of Jackson, a place that seems peaceful but hides underlying tensions. The show's creators h

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Apr 13 2025CELEBRITIES

A Unlikely Friendship Behind Bars

Rosie O'Donnell has a unique bond with Lyle Menendez. Lyle is serving a life sentence in San Diego for a crime he committed in 1989. He and his brother, Erik, were found guilty of murdering their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez. The trial happened in 1996. The brothers claimed they acted in self-de

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Apr 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

Mushroom Waste to Jute Fabric's Rescue

The mushroom industry is booming, and with it, a growing problem: what to do with all the leftover mushroom substrate? This stuff, known as spent mushroom substrate or SMS, is full of useful enzymes. These enzymes can help tackle another waste issue: old jute fabric. Usually, treating jute fabric in

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Apr 13 2025HEALTH

How Opinion Pieces Shape the Fight Against Opioid Overdoses

The fight against opioid overdoses is seeing a glimmer of hope. After years of climbing numbers, deaths from opioid overdoses are finally dropping in the United States. This shift is partly due to the growing presence of harm reduction services. These services aim to minimize the negative effects of

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Apr 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Path to Stardom: Timothee Chalamet's Early Days

The "Law & Order" series is a well-known platform for aspiring actors. It has produced close to 1, 400 episodes, each requiring actors to play various roles, including victims and suspects. This show has become a stepping stone for many actors, especially those based in New York. It is almost a rite

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