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Jan 13 2026SPORTS

Vote Now: Who Was the Best High School Golfer in 2025?

The fall sports season in the Gainesville area has come to an end. It was a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with highs and lows. Now, it's time to honor the top athletes. The Gainesville Sun is announcing its All-Area teams for five sports. This includes football, volleyball, swimming and diving,

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

Understanding the PASE Scale: A Closer Look at Self-Disengagement

The PASE scale is a tool designed to measure how much someone avoids their own thoughts, feelings, and memories. This avoidance is believed to be a key factor in trauma-related mental health issues. A recent study set out to test the reliability of the English version of this scale and explore its c

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

Workplace Stress and the Rise of Digital Mental Health Tools

Workplaces are becoming more stressful. Many people feel overwhelmed by their jobs. This is not just about feeling tired. It can lead to serious health problems. To fight this, digital tools are stepping in. These tools help people manage stress on their own. But, there are so many options. It's har

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Jan 12 2026SCIENCE

Building a Robot to Understand Yourself

Ever wondered what makes you, you? It's not just your body or your thoughts. It's a mix of things that make you feel like you're the same person every day. Philosophers and scientists have been trying to figure this out for ages. They call this the "self. " But what exactly is the self? One way to

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Jan 12 2026LIFESTYLE

A Family's Journey to Self-Sufficiency

In the heart of Minnesota, a family has embraced a lifestyle that's both rewarding and challenging. Katie and Ryan Krejci now call a cozy 960-square-foot hunting shed home. They have transformed five acres of land into a thriving homestead. Their goal is to grow as much of their own food as possible

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

How States Can Fix the Broken Welfare System

The American Dream promises that hard work leads to a better life. However, for many people trying to escape poverty, this isn't the case. The welfare system, meant to help, often holds them back. It discourages work and traps families in a cycle of dependency. To fix this, states need to take the l

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Jan 11 2026CRIME

The Legal Maze: Can an ICE Officer Be Charged After a Minneapolis Shooting?

A recent shooting in Minneapolis involving an ICE officer has sparked a heated debate. Renee Good, a local resident, was shot by ICE officer Jonathan Ross. The incident was caught on camera, showing Good in her vehicle, seemingly trying to drive away while Ross was in front of it. Ross fired multipl

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Jan 11 2026LIFESTYLE

Young at Heart, but Not at Work: Navigating the Challenges of Looking Youthful

Being young-looking can be a blessing and a curse. For a 31-year-old woman, it's more of the latter. She's not married, doesn't have kids, and is still figuring out her career. Her youthful appearance often leads to misunderstandings and unfair treatment at work. People treat her differently becaus

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Jan 10 2026HEALTH

Caring for the Carers: How Polish Hospice Workers Stay Strong

Hospice workers in Poland face tough emotional challenges every day. Their job is to care for people at the end of their lives. This can be really hard on them. So, it's important to find ways to protect their well-being. A recent study looked at how these workers handle their emotions. It focused

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Jan 10 2026HEALTH

What's Your Inner Voice Trying to Tell You?

Ever wondered what's going on in your head? That voice inside isn't just random chatter. It's a big deal in how you feel and act. It can be a drill sergeant, a detective, or just a quiet observer. Figuring out what your inner voice is like can change how you see yourself. There's a fun test out the

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