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Dec 10 2025OPINION

Letters to the Editor: A Mixed Bag of Thoughts

In the bustling city of Philadelphia, a reader expressed relief after learning about a federal law designed to protect religious institutions. The law, known as the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act, was amended to include religious sites. The reader questioned why the Department of Justice

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Dec 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Indian Series Shake Up Global Charts in 2025

In 2025, Indian series made a big splash worldwide. Aryan Khan's "The Bads of Bollywood" took the top spot on IMDb's list of most popular Indian series. This list is based on how many people visited the show's page and the average rating. Crime thrillers dominated the top 10, with seven shows falli

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Dec 10 2025WEATHER

Michigan's Snowy Surprise: Counties Brace for Winter's Chill

Michigan is feeling the winter chill, with 43 counties under weather alerts. The National Weather Service (NWS) says more snow is on the way, with some areas expecting up to 4 inches. In the southern parts of the state, counties like Livingston, Oakland, and Macomb are bracing for up to 2 inches of

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Dec 10 2025BUSINESS

TUI's Cautious Step into 2026

TUI, the biggest travel company in Europe, has shared its plans for 2026. The company is being careful about its predictions. It thinks its money from selling trips will go up by 2% to 4%. That's not as much as some people thought it would be. The company says the world is full of uncertainties righ

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Dec 10 2025SCIENCE

How Heat Shapes Tiny Tellurium Films

Tellurium, a material with a unique twisted chain structure, is getting a lot of attention for its potential in electronics and energy conversion. Scientists have been experimenting with making very thin films of tellurium, about 20 nanometers thick, by heating it up in a vacuum and letting it settl

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Dec 10 2025LIFESTYLE

Santa Visits Valencia Town Center for a Calmer Holiday Photo Session

The Westfield Valencia Town Center offered a special early morning photo session with Santa Claus. This event was designed for families who need a more relaxed and sensory-friendly environment. The idea was to make the holiday experience more enjoyable for everyone. Families lined up to take pictur

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

Treating Mothers Right: A Global Look at Who Gets Left Behind

In many parts of the world, mothers in hospitals are not treated with kindness and respect. This is especially true for women who are poor, from minority groups, or have less education. The World Health Organization says every mother should be treated with dignity. But in reality, not all women get

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Dec 10 2025SCIENCE

Neil deGrasse Tyson Takes On Bad Science

Neil deGrasse Tyson recently gave a talk at the Purdue Northwest Sinai Forum. He spoke to a large crowd of high school and college students. Tyson is known for his direct and bold way of communicating science. He warned about the rise of anti-intellectualism in society. He said that beliefs like the

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Dec 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Chilly Science Fun: Winter Wonderland at The Tech

The Tech Interactive is all set to bring some frosty fun to San Jose this winter with Polar Play Days. This event is not just about enjoying the holiday spirit but also about diving into science and creativity. It's running from November 23 to January 4, giving everyone plenty of time to explore and

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Dec 10 2025EDUCATION

How Medical Students Can Learn Research Through Fun Games

Medical students often find research boring. They prefer learning about patients and treatments. But research is important. It helps them understand how to find and use information. Games can make learning research fun. One way to do this is through educational escape rooms. These rooms are like puz

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