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Jan 15 2025POLITICS

What Happened After Trump's Election Investigation?

You might have heard about the big report that came out recently. Special Counsel Jack Smith looked into Donald Trump's efforts to change the result of the 2020 election and the attack on the Capitol Building on January 6. The report found lots of evidence that could have led to Trump being found gu

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Boosts and Hazards: A Closer Look at Alcohol’s Impact on Health

Ever wondered how that daily glass of wine affects your health? Well, a recent review by a scientific panel has some interesting insights. For both men and women, even just one alcoholic drink a day can raise the risk of liver cirrhosis, esophageal cancer, and oral cancer. Women especially need to w

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Jan 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Nintendo Switch 2: Power Check Under the Hood

Gamers and tech enthusiasts are buzzing about the Nintendo Switch 2's power. Thanks to a data miner on Famiboards, we might have a sneak peek at its performance. When in handheld mode, the console is said to run at a GPU speed of 561 MHz, which translates to about 1. 71 TFLOPS of power. Plug it in,

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

How COVID-19 Changed SNAP-Ed: Lessons Learned

COVID-19 hit the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Education (SNAP-Ed) hard. Implementers had to deal with unexpected challenges. Some found ways to adapt, while others faced roadblocks. Looking back, there were certain things they wish they had known or done differently to prepare. Every

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Jan 15 2025BUSINESS

Meet Pryce Yebesi: The 24-Year-Old Entrepreneur Revolutionizing Accounting Software

At just 24, Pryce Yebesi has already made a big splash in the tech world. His first company, Utopia Labs, was snapped up by Coinbase. Now, he's back with a new venture called Open Ledger, which aims to modernize accounting software. Open Ledger embeds automated accounting tools into products that bu

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Jan 15 2025POLITICS

Scientists Warn Congress: Trump's Return Could Hurt Science

More than 50, 000 scientists and advocates have sent a petition to Congress, urging lawmakers to protect science and scientists under the incoming Trump administration. The petition, organized by the Union of Concerned Scientists, worries that Trump's policies could roll back decades of progress in

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Early Exits: Why Patients Leave U. S. Emergency Departments Before Doctors Say So

Leaving an emergency department (ED) before medical advice is given, often called early exits, is a major concern in the U. S. healthcare system. It can lead to worse health outcomes and higher costs. While past research has explored this issue, studies using recent nationwide data over multiple yea

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Jan 15 2025EDUCATION

Vernon Schools Achieved Success in 2024 Despite Challenges

In Vernon, Connecticut, the year 2024 was filled with unique challenges for students and educators alike. Despite the lingering effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the district's superintendent, Joseph Macary, shared some inspiring news about the accomplishments achieved during the year. The schools'

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Jan 15 2025FINANCE

FinTech & Bank Growth: Exploring the TOPSIS Approach

Financial Technology, or FinTech, is changing how banks operate. HR skills, new services, and company growth all play vital roles. But the banking sector faces complex challenges due to the many factors involved. This research dives into these challenges and shows how we can make smart decisions usi

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Jan 15 2025EDUCATION

Equity in Education: Why It Matters

As a new administration vows to scrap federal DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs, public education faces a big shift. Some people think DEI hurts merit, but it's crucial for fairness. Schools can't stop this work, especially when students' futures depend on it. At Evanston Township Hig

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