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Mar 03 2026SCIENCE

Exploring How Religion Shapes Social Thought

Researchers have turned their attention to how people’s religious beliefs influence the way they act and relate to others. This study looks at the most cited papers in this area, aiming to map out what ideas dominate and how they connect. By using a method called bibliometrics, the authors counted r

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

Paths of Drinking: From Teens to Seniors

The study looks at how people’s drinking habits change from age 12 up to 65. It uses a statistical tool called Bayesian simulation and another called simulated annealing to figure out how likely it is that someone will move from one drinking level to another. The four levels are low, medium, h

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Parents Can Now Learn About Their Child’s Gender Identity at School

The U. S. Supreme Court has issued a decision that allows parents to receive information about their children’s gender identity while they attend California public schools. This move follows a challenge by parents and teachers who argue that state rules keep them out of the loop on students’ gender

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

A Legislator Steps Back to Follow Faith

Karen Whitsett, a state lawmaker from Detroit, announced she will not run for re‑election and will leave public office entirely. She said her choice is driven by spiritual conviction rather than politics. Whitsett wants to devote more time to religious study and ministry work. The representative ex

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Candidate Uses Faith to Stand Out in Texas Senate Race

The story begins with a young representative who is trying to win the Democratic nomination for a U. S. Senate seat in Texas. He calls himself a Christian who fights against the idea that faith should be used to push a single political agenda. He says he wants politics to help people who are hungry,

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

US Moves and the Cost of Power Plays

The United States and Israel carried out a large military strike on Iran over the weekend, targeting the nation’s leadership. Reports say that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and many of his top aides were killed in the attack. The Iranian Red Crescent has announced that more than 550 people died, and at lea

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Money Missteps: Denver’s Mental Health Fund Under Scrutiny

A recent audit uncovered that staff at a Denver foundation have spent $28, 000 on meals and drinks over three years, with an additional $3, 000 on pricey cocktails. The foundation was created by voters in 2018 to support mental‑health programs, funded by a city sales tax that added . 25 % to every p

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Nolan McLean’s Quick‑Turnaround: From Vertigo to World Baseball Classic

Nolan McLean, the 24‑year‑old right‑hander who has already made eight major league appearances, is a key player for both the New York Mets and Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. When the U. S. squad began training in Arizona, McLean was still on the opposite coast because he had suffered ver

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Mar 03 2026EDUCATION

Sowela Boosts Surgical Skills with Big Lab Upgrade

Sowela’s Technical Community College‑Morgan Smith campus has spent $350, 000 on new surgical technology and sterile processing labs. The investment creates more space for hands‑on learning, giving students a chance to practice in settings that look like real hospitals. The surgical technology

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Mar 03 2026WEATHER

Alabama’s Spring Heat Wave: What to Expect This Week

Alabama is gearing up for a hot spring surge that could push temperatures well above normal. The week’s forecast shows highs 15‑20 degrees hotter than the March average, with Friday and Saturday likely to see the most intense heat. Mid‑80s temperatures are possible in many spots, and some area

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