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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Washington Lobbyists' Big Christmas Wish: Rolling Back Rules

Imagine a holiday gift-wrapped by lawmakers, tailored just for lobbyists. In Washington, over 13, 000 lobbyists are salivating over the chance to undo rules they didn't like. This sneaky trick is called the Congressional Review Act, which lets new leaders erase rules from the last few months of the

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Dec 21 2024WEATHER

Snowy Christmas Travel: Midwest to Northeast

It's the Friday before Christmas, and travelers are already on the move, facing weather challenges across various regions in the U. S. Let's dive into the latest updates on how snow is affecting travel plans. As of 9:20 a. m. ET, parts of eastern Wisconsin, specifically Ozaukee and Washington Count

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Dec 21 2024EDUCATION

Transforming Attitudes: A Social Media Campaign for Sex Education in Pakistan

In Pakistan, especially in Islamabad, there's a significant challenge when it comes to introducing sexuality education in schools. A recent study discovered that the community is either in denial or resistant to this idea. Why? Many people simply don’t understand what comprehensive sexuality educati

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Dec 21 2024SCIENCE

Wastewater Discovery: Africa’s Microbial Mysteries Unveiled

Imagine diving into a world invisible to the naked eye—the world of microbes in wastewater. In Africa, this approach, known as metagenomics, offers a treasure trove of insights. By analyzing wastewater, scientists can keep tabs on public health, track nasty bugs that resist medicines, and even find

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Dec 21 2024SCIENCE

Neurology Pioneer's Surprising Defense of Nazi Neuroscientist

In 1953, a well-known neurologist named Robert Wartenberg faced an unusual paradox. He was a prominent figure in neurology who fled Nazi Germany, yet he found himself advocating for a German neuroscientist with a dark past. Julius Hallervorden, a former Nazi collaborator, was invited to speak at an

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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

Heart Rate and Health: What Your Wearable Tells You

Did you know your heart rate while you're just hanging out can reveal a lot about your health? That's right! A recent study explored how this simple measure, called resting heart rate (RHR), can be linked to various health factors. These scientists looked into a big group of people, all wearing devi

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Dec 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Sonic 3's Big Preview Night, Mufasa's Decent Start

Last night, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 zoomed ahead with a impressive $6. 5 million in previews. Disney's Mufasa also did well, pulling in $3. 3 million. These numbers are the highest ever for a Sonic movie, beating the previous installment's $5 million Thursday night previews and overall $6. 25 million.

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Dec 20 2024EDUCATION

Biden’s Final Act: More Loan Forgiveness for Public Workers

President Joe Biden's administration is wrapping up its student loan relief efforts with a bang. Recently, the Education Department announced they're forgiving federal student loans for another 55, 000 workers. These workers include teachers, nurses, members of the military, law enforcement officers

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Dec 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Meet Mister Terrific: The Brainy Hero in James Gunn's Superman

In the upcoming movie "James Gunn's Superman, " a new hero joins the DC Universe. Mister Terrific, played by Kenyan-American actor Edi Gathegi, is a genius-level inventor and martial artist. Unlike many superheroes, Mister Terrific relies on his brains and fancy gadgets rather than superhuman streng

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Dec 20 2024EDUCATION

The Growth of STEAM in Local Schools

"You probably hear the term 'STEM' a lot - it stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. But what about STEAM? That extra 'A' is for Arts, and schools are beginning to see the benefits of adding it to the mix. Let's dive into this new approach and see why it's causing such a stir in educ

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