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Feb 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New Chapter Ahead for Brooklyn Arts

The Brooklyn Academy of Music is saying goodbye to its president, Gina Duncan. She will be leaving her post when her contract ends in June, after spending three years at the helm. The news came out on a Wednesday evening, but no specific reason was given for her departure. The institution did, howev

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Feb 20 2025RELIGION

Beliefs at Work: The Fashion Dilemma

Workplaces are like big communities where people from all walks of life come together. But when it comes to religious clothing, things can get complicated. Some bosses say no religious symbols, while others are fine with it. This isn't just about fashion; it's about something much bigger: religious

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Feb 20 2025EDUCATION

Wisconsin's Education Showdown: Two Candidates Face Off

Wisconsin's upcoming April election is shaping up to be a big deal for the state's education system. Two candidates have emerged from the primary election, each with their own vision for the future of education in Wisconsin. Jill Underly, the current leader of the Department of Public Instruction,

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Ease Your Knees with Ancient Chinese Wisdom

Knee pain is a common issue, especially for those with osteoarthritis. It can make everyday activities like walking or climbing stairs a challenge. But there's a natural solution that has been around for centuries: ancient Chinese exercises like Tai Chi and Qigong. These exercises focus on slow, con

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Move: What's Happening in Texas and New Mexico?

Measles is making a comeback in the Southwestern United States. Texas is currently dealing with a significant outbreak, with 58 confirmed cases as of the latest update. The situation is particularly concerning in Gaines County, where 45 infections have been reported. This county, along with Terry, L

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Feb 18 2025POLITICS

Leonard Peltier: A Long-Awaited Freedom

Leonard Peltier, a Native American activist, finally walked out of a Florida prison. This happened after President Joe Biden decided to shorten his life sentence. Peltier had been in prison for nearly 50 years. Many Native Americans see his imprisonment as a symbol of unfair treatment. They believe

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Feb 18 2025SCIENCE

GPCRs: The Hidden Heroes of Cell Communication

G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) are like the conductors of the cell's orchestra, directing various functions by tweaking gene expression based on signals from outside the cell. Most studies focus on how GPCRs control gene expression, but there's a lot happening after the genes are made. This is

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Feb 18 2025POLITICS

Europe's Big Move: Stepping Up Amid US-Russia Talks

Europe is in a pickle. The US and Russia are set to chat about Ukraine without inviting Europe or Ukraine to the party. This left European leaders scrambling, huddling in Paris for emergency talks. The big question: What happens if the US pulls back from Europe? Can Europe handle it? The US and Rus

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Feb 18 2025CELEBRITIES

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Make a Surprise Appearance at SNL50

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds shocked fans when they showed up at SNL's 50th anniversary special. This was their first public outing since Lively's legal battle with her It Ends With Us costar, Justin Baldoni, began. The lawsuit started in December 2023, with Lively accusing Baldoni of sexual haras

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Feb 18 2025HEALTH

When Legs Go Wrong: Achilles Tendon Rupture and Blood Clots

Achilles tendon rupture is a serious injury that can lead to blood clots, known as venous thromboembolism (VTE). This is true whether the injury is fixed with surgery or not. A recent study looked into how often this happens and what factors might make it more likely. The study focused on people in

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