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Oct 14 2024SPORTS

The Ultimate Sports Sedans Throughout the Decades

Sports sedans are beloved by many. When asked to share their favorites, responses ranged from the 1950s to today's top picks. Some surprises popped up, but the classics like the E39 M5 also made the list. Let's explore the best sports sedans ever made, with a little help from the community. We'll s

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Oct 13 2024SPORTS

Mets vs. Dodgers: A Historic Rivalry Revived

On a sunny Memorial Day in 1962, New York was buzzing. The Dodgers were back in town, playing at the Polo Grounds for the first time since leaving Brooklyn. The Mets, a new team, were their opponents. People started lining up early, eager to see the game. The Dodgers were on a winning streak, while

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Oct 13 2024SCIENCE

A Cow's Misfortune Unveils Ancient History

One sunny morning in June, a cow named Daisy vanished while Adeline, a cattle farmer from Trébry, was counting her herd. After searching, Adeline found Daisy at the bottom of a deep, mysterious hole. Sadly, Daisy didn't survive the fall. But this sad event led to an amazing discovery. Adeline called

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Oct 13 2024SPORTS

Fast Feet: Eliud Kipchoge's Record-Breaking Marathon

Did you know that running a marathon in under two hours was once thought impossible? Well, not anymore! In 2019, Kenyan runner Eliud Kipchoge shocked the world by finishing a marathon in just 1:59:40. This incredible feat happened on October 12, 2019, smashing the previous world record. But let's n

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

New York’s Board of Regents Explores Alternative History Lessons

Recently, the state's Board of Regents sparked a debate by promoting a new set of educational videos and materials. These resources, set to debut at New York state parks in February, present a revised history of the Revolutionary War. The videos discuss how Indigenous people and enslaved individuals

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Oct 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

SNL Turns 49: A Look Back at Its Humble Beginnings

This year, Saturday Night Live, the iconic NBC sketch comedy show, is celebrating its 49th birthday. To mark the occasion, they've shared a blast from the past: the original opening credits from 1975. The show, then called 'Saturday Night', debuted on October 11, 1975, with a killer lineup including

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Oct 11 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The True-Crime Queen's Journey

Erin Lee Carr has carved out a unique niche for herself in the world of true-crime documentaries. With a background that includes growing up with a journalist father who struggled with addiction, Carr has a personal understanding of people whose lives have taken unexpected turns. She's directed and

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Oct 11 2024EDUCATION

Learning California's Native History: A Necessary Change

Imagine learning that your ancestors faced brutal attacks and forced labor, yet their stories are barely mentioned in history books. For Native American students in California, this will soon change. A new law makes it mandatory for schools to teach about the hardships and resilience of Native Calif

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Oct 11 2024BUSINESS

Polaroid's Artistic Side: The Story of Meroë Morse and Edwin H. Land

Polaroid, founded in 1937 in Cambridge, was a powerhouse of innovation. Its founder, Edwin Land, combined science, art, and technology, earning 535 patents from the US Patent Office. Harvard Business School's latest exhibition, "From Concept to Product," explores Polaroid's artistic side, focusing o

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Oct 11 2024SCIENCE

SpaceMilestones: Top Satellite Launches That Changed History

Have you ever stopped to think about how satellites, tiny objects in space, affect our daily lives? Satellites have been around for just over six decades, making them one of the newest tools in human history. But in that short time, they've changed how we communicate, navigate, and even predict the

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