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Oct 30 2025OPINION

Hamilton County's Green Gem: Why Great Parks Matter

Hamilton County's Great Parks are more than just green spaces. They're a lifeline for locals and a boost for the economy. During the pandemic, when everything else shut down, these parks stayed open. They became a safe haven for millions seeking fresh air and a break from the chaos. In 2020, a whopp

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Oct 30 2025SPORTS

Winter Sports Face Melting Challenges

Winter sports are feeling the heat as the planet warms up. Athletes are finding it harder to train as snow becomes scarce and conditions become less predictable. This is not just a problem for the upcoming Winter Olympics but for the future of these sports. Athletes are having to adapt. Some are tr

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Big Bend's Border Boost: Tech and Walls on the Horizon

In the vast, remote expanse of the Big Bend region, a significant shift in border security is underway. The federal government is rolling out its "Smart Wall" initiative, a high-tech approach to border control that blends physical barriers with advanced technology. This plan includes steel barriers,

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Oct 30 2025ENVIRONMENT

Unseen Chemicals: The Hidden Threat in Oil Platform Water Dumps

Offshore oil platforms release a lot of water back into the sea. This water can contain chemicals that don't break down easily. These persistent chemicals can harm the environment for a long time. Scientists needed a better way to find out what's in this water and how dangerous it is. They came up

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Oct 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

A New Chapter for AI and Teens: Character. AI Changes Its Game

Character. AI is taking a big step back from letting teens chat freely with its AI. This move comes after some serious issues, like teens getting too attached to AI chatbots and even tragic events. The company is now focusing on making AI a tool for creativity rather than a friend. Teens have been

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Oct 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Young People and Chatbots: A New Restriction

Character. AI has decided to stop young people under 18 from using their chatbots. This change will start on November 25th. Before that, they will find out who the young users are and limit how much they can use the app. After the change, these young users won't be able to talk to the chatbots at al

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Oct 29 2025HEALTH

Helping Heroes Heal: What Frontline Workers Say About EMDR Therapy During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic was tough on everyone, but it was especially hard on frontline workers. These brave people, who risked their lives to help others, often faced severe emotional struggles. To tackle this, a special kind of therapy called EMDR-IGTP was introduced. This therapy aims to help people

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Oct 29 2025HEALTH

Young Doctors: Happiness, Faith, and the Balance of Life

New doctors face a tough world. Many struggle with depression. But what keeps them going? Family, faith, and their sense of purpose might be key. A recent study looked at over 700 new doctors. Most were young, around 25 years old. Many were women. A big chunk, about one in five, had felt depressed.

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Oct 29 2025CRIME

A Father's Unthinkable Act: Tragedy in North Carolina

A quiet neighborhood in Zebulon, North Carolina, was shattered by a horrifying discovery. Wellington Dickens, a 38-year-old father, allegedly took the lives of his four children. The shocking event unfolded when Dickens called 911 to confess his actions. Police arrived at his home around 10 p. m. an

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Oct 29 2025OPINION

Oregon's Hidden Weapon Against Gun Violence: Why Aren't We Using It More?

Oregon has a powerful tool to fight gun violence, but not everyone is using it. In 2017, the state passed a law that lets police or family members ask a court to temporarily stop someone from accessing guns if they're a danger to themselves or others. This is called an extreme risk protection order,

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