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May 15 2025CRIME

Unlikely Heroes: How New York's Police Turned the City Around

New York City in the 1990s was a mess. Crime was high, and the city seemed out of control. But then something amazing happened. The city's crime rate dropped dramatically. This change was not due to big social programs or fancy theories. Instead, it was the result of creative policing and a new appr

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May 15 2025CRIME

Solving Cold Cases: AI Helps Catch Killer After 11 Years

A long-awaited breakthrough happened in a cold case from 2014. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office made an arrest in the murder of seven-year-old Terrez Coleman. This arrest came after a decade of hard work and new technology. In 2014, Terrez was tragically killed in a d

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May 15 2025SCIENCE

How Weathering Affects Rock Strength: A New Approach

The point load test is a go-to method for quickly figuring out the strength of soft, weathered rock. This is because getting intact cylindrical samples from such rock can be tricky. Two common ways to calculate point load strength are the loading-span and equivalent-diameter methods. However, a new

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May 15 2025SPORTS

College Football's Big Changes: A Coach's Call to Action

College football is in a state of flux, and one former player is stepping up to suggest some major changes. Greg McElroy, who once played quarterback for Alabama, has some ideas on how to fix two big issues in the sport: the transfer portal and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals. The transfer po

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May 15 2025SPORTS

The Celtics' Crucial Game 5: How Tatum's Injury Shakes Things Up

The Celtics are in a tight spot. They need to win tonight's game to stay in the playoffs. The team had high hopes coming into the playoffs, but things haven't gone as planned. They lost two games in a row to the New York Knicks and are now down 3-1. To make matters worse, their star player, Jayson T

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May 15 2025BUSINESS

Burberry's Big Changes: Job Cuts and Cost Savings

Burberry, a well-known British fashion brand, has decided to reduce its global workforce by 18% by 2027. This means around 1, 700 jobs are at risk. The company recently reported a loss of 3 million pounds and a significant drop in revenue for the year ending March 29. This news comes as no surprise,

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May 15 2025BUSINESS

Uber's Big Push to Become Your Daily Go-To App

Uber is making a big move to become a super app, much like Amazon. This means it wants to be your go-to platform for lots of different services, not just rides. Think of it as a one-stop shop for your daily needs. This shift is part of Uber's plan to keep customers coming back and spending more. Ub

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May 15 2025CELEBRITIES

Diddy's Legal Storm: Who's Next in Line?

A legal storm is brewing around Sean "Diddy" Combs, and it's not just about him. His infamous "Freak-Offs" parties are under scrutiny, and a list of attendees could soon see the light of day. This list might cause a stir, as it could include names of well-known celebrities. Legal experts are already

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May 15 2025SCIENCE

Kelp's Hot Flash: How Heat Waves Affect Our Ocean's Gardeners

The ocean is heating up, and that's bad news for many sea creatures. Two types of kelp, Saccharina latissima and Laminaria digitata, live in the Northeast Atlantic. Scientists wanted to see how these kelps handle short bursts of high temperatures. They tested how the kelps grew, made food, and staye

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May 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

New Audio Gear: WiiM's Fresh Lineup for Music Lovers

A new lineup of wireless audio gear has been unveiled by WiiM. It includes a smart speaker, a subwoofer, and an amplifier. The smart speaker, named the Sound, has a design that is reminiscent of the Apple HomePod. It features a 1. 8-inch high-resolution touchscreen on the side for navigating play

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