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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

DEI Programs: The Legal Battle Continues

A recent court decision has allowed the enforcement of executive orders aimed at ending federal support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. This decision comes after a series of legal challenges. The court's decision allows the orders to be enforced while the lawsuit continues. T

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Mar 15 2025SCIENCE

Unveiling the Universe: SPHEREx's Infrared Adventure

A new player has entered the space game. The SPHEREx telescope, launched from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base, is on a mission to create a massive 3D map of the cosmos using infrared light. This isn't your average telescope. It's designed to scan the entire sky, not just specific targets. O

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Mar 15 2025SPORTS

Final Seconds Fiasco: Creighton vs. UConn

In a fiery Big East Tournament matchup, tempers boiled over in the final moments of the game between Creighton and UConn. The Bluejays, leading the game, had a chance to seal their victory with a simple inbound pass. Instead, Jamiya Neal decided to dunk the ball with just 1. 8 seconds remaining. Thi

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

When Speech Gets You Deported: The Case of Mahmoud Khalil

In a shocking turn of events, Mahmoud Khalil, a lawful permanent resident of the U. S. , was arrested at his New York home last Saturday. The Trump administration didn't charge him with a crime. Instead, they targeted him for his leadership in pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University. They cl

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Mar 15 2025SPORTS

Fran McCaffery's Iowa Exit: A Look at His 15 Year Legacy

The University of Iowa has decided to move on from Fran McCaffery, who spent 15 years as the head coach of the men's basketball team. McCaffery's final record stands at 297 wins and 207 losses, making him the winningest coach in Hawkeye basketball history. McCaffery's last season was a bit

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

South Africa's Envoy: Unwelcome in the USA

In a surprising move, South Africa's ambassador to the U. S. was suddenly declared unwelcome by the Trump administration. This decision came from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who labeled Ebrahim Rasool a "race-baiting politician" with a dislike for President Trump. This sudden shift in diplomatic

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Court Allows Trump's Anti-DEI Orders to Move Forward

A recent decision by an appeals court has allowed executive orders aimed at restricting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs to proceed. This move comes after a series of legal challenges and setbacks. The court's decision means that while the lawsuit against these orders continues, the o

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Mar 15 2025SPORTS

Cooper Kupp Joins Seahawks: A New Era Begins

The NFL landscape is shifting. Cooper Kupp, a seasoned wide receiver, has signed a three-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks. This move comes after his release from the Los Angeles Rams. Kupp, who hails from Yakima, Washington, is returning to his home state. The 32-year-old has been a standout

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Mar 15 2025CRIME

Guns and Self-Defense: How Often Do People Use Them?

The idea that people use guns to defend themselves is often used to support laws that make it easier to carry firearms. However, there's no clear agreement on just how often this happens. To understand this better, let's look at the numbers. The frequency of defensive gun use (DGU) is a hot

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Mar 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

Metal-Organic Frameworks: A Powerful Solution for Toxic Metal Removal

Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) are like tiny, super-absorbent sponges designed to soak up harmful metals from water and gas. These sponges are made from a mix of metal clusters and organic linkers. The key to their effectiveness lies in the defects and amino groups added during their creation. Thes

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