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Jan 12 2025EDUCATION

Vermont's New School Meal Revolution: A Change Beyond Neoliberal Norms

In several states across the U. S. , including Vermont, a significant shift is happening in public schools: the introduction of Universal School Meals (USM) programs. These programs challenge the increasing grip of neoliberal ideas on education. What makes USM programs so interesting is their potent

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Sleep Cues Boost Motor Skill Learning!

Ever wondered how to master a new skill quickly? A recent study found that cueing during sleep can significantly boost your learning. Researchers used a clever technique called Targeted Memory Reactivation (TMR) to help young adults learn motor sequences faster and retain the skill better. Particip

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Jan 11 2025POLITICS

Giuliani's Repeated Lies: A Court's Contempt

Former New York City mayor and attorney Rudolph Giuliani has found himself in legal trouble again. Last Friday, a federal judge declared him in contempt of court for continuing to defame two Georgia election workers, Ruby Freeman and her daughter Shaye Moss. Back in May, Giuliani, now 80, had agreed

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Jan 11 2025HEALTH

How Dancers Use Different Legs for Balance and Landing

Ever wondered how professional dancers manage to balance and land on one leg with such grace? A recent study explored this, focusing on whether dancers treat their dominant and non-dominant legs differently during dynamic balance tasks. Thirteen female dancers, all without recent ankle injuries, too

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Jan 11 2025LIFESTYLE

Altadena After the Fire: A Community's Resilience Tested

Nestled between the San Gabriel Mountains and the city of Pasadena, Altadena has long been known for its unique blend of solitude and community. This unincorporated town has drawn a diverse group of residents, from artists to families seeking a refuge from urban life. The recent Eaton fire, however,

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Neighborhoods Above Manhattan’s Toll Zone Feel Parking Pinch

Residents in parts of Upper Manhattan are frustrated. Since New York City started charging drivers to enter certain parts of the city, their streets have turned into parking nightmares. Many commuters are avoiding the new $9 toll by parking their cars in these neighborhoods and taking public transpo

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Jan 11 2025SPORTS

Injury Updates: Vikings and Rams Gear Up for Playoff Battle

With the Monday night wildcard playoff game just around the corner, the Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Rams have released their second injury reports. For the Vikings, running back Ty Chandler has been newly added to the list due to an illness and missed practices (DNP). Other than that, their i

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Jan 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fires Rage: Brentwood and Encino Fight for Safety

For days, the Palisades fire has been wreaking havoc, destroying over 10, 000 structures and forcing mass evacuations in Brentwood and Encino. Residents like Sarah Cohen are on edge, watching the fire grow and then retreat, only to grow again. The fight against the fire is intense, with air and grou

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Jan 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Small Home Revolution: Affordable Smart Living at CES 2025

AC Future and Italian design firm Pininfarina teamed up to introduce their mini smart homes at CES 2025. These homes, named AI-THu, AI-THt, and AI-THd, offer a modern, sustainable solution for people who might struggle to afford traditional houses. The flagship model, AI-THu, is a 400-square-foot sm

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Jan 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Get Ready for Clayface: DC's Shapeshifter Hits the Big Screen in 2026

Are you excited for the next big villain in DC's universe? Get ready to meet Clayface, Batman's creepy shapeshifter foe, who's making his live-action debut in 2026. This isn't just any appearance; he's set to show up before Batman's solo movie, "Batman: The Brave and The Bold. " It's like DC is givi

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