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Mar 05 2026HEALTH

Child Back Pain and Surgery: What We Learned

The research looks at kids who had back surgery because a disc in the lower spine slipped. It asks which factors make this problem worse and how well kids recover after surgery. One focus is the COVID‑19 lockdown. The study compares children treated before and during the pandemic to see if delays

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Freedom of Speech Wins in Malta Over Conversion‑Therapy Laws

The case began when a 33‑year‑old Christian man in Malta told his story on TV about leaving a gay lifestyle to become a born‑again believer. The interview, aired in 2022 on PMnews Malta, was later used by LGBTQ activists to file police reports. They argued the man’s words were a form of “marketing”

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Mar 05 2026SPORTS

Moravia’s Girls Basketball Team Falls Short in Sectionals

The Moravia girls’ basketball squad faced a tough challenge at the sectionals and ended up losing to Delaware Academy. The game was competitive, but Delaware’s players managed to outscore Moravia in key moments. Moravia’s team showed strong effort, but the margin of defeat was clear. The loss

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

State Education Funding Approved After Water‑Park Debate

The Wisconsin Joint Finance Committee gave the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) a $1. 75 million boost, a bit shy of the $2 million it asked for. The cut came after lawmakers questioned a pricey workshop that took place at a water‑park resort in Wisconsin Dells. Earlier this month, the comm

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Mar 05 2026SCIENCE

Machine Learning Helps Pick and Test the Best Probiotic Bacteria

The world of probiotics is growing fast, thanks to new computer tricks and big data tools. Scientists now use machine learning (ML) to sift through huge amounts of biological information, from DNA sequences to the chemicals bacteria produce. This new approach lets them choose promising probiotic str

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Mar 05 2026WEATHER

Storm Season Builds: Many States Face Weeks of Dangerous Weather

The weather radar is pointing a warning toward large parts of the United States, signaling that people in the south and central regions should brace for a chain of severe storms. The national agency says that damage from winds, hail and tornadoes will peak on Friday, yet danger could linger each day

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Mar 05 2026WEATHER

Worcester Faces Another Snow Shake‑Up

The town of Worcester is preparing for a new burst of winter weather that will hit between 5 p. m. Thursday and noon Friday. Forecasts warn of a mix of snow, sleet, and a small amount of ice that could build up to three inches in some spots. \n\n Residents north of the Massachusetts Turnpike and tho

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Iowa Lawmakers Push Harder Crime Rules

The Iowa House has moved forward with a new set of laws that aim to make the state tougher on criminal activity. The package includes changes that could increase penalties for certain offenses and adjust how the court system handles repeat offenders. Some supporters say these measures will help keep

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Religions, Politics and the Risk of a Bigger Middle East War

The recent U. S. and Israeli air strikes on Iran have set off a chain reaction that could pull the entire region into a larger conflict. The goal was to blunt what President Trump called an imminent nuclear threat, but the fallout is far more complex. A key point of tension is the death of Iran’s

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Mar 05 2026EDUCATION

AI in Schools Needs a Big Plan

The United States is busy talking about how kids can cheat with AI, but it misses a chance to help teachers and students. Other countries are building whole systems that let AI support learning everywhere, not just a few classrooms. In Shanghai, for example, teachers have an AI helper that pla

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