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Nov 15 2024CRIME

Inhumane Conditions Unveiled at Fulton County Jail

Fulton County Jail in Atlanta has been found to provide conditions that are not only dangerous but also violate the Constitution, according to a recent report by the US Justice Department. The jail struggles to protect inmates from violent attacks, including stabbings and killings. Detention officer

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Nov 15 2024SPORTS

Week 11 NFL Picks: What to Expect?

The NFL is in full swing, and every game counts as we near the playoffs. This week, there are some crucial matchups to watch out for. To start, the Philadelphia Eagles will face the Washington Commanders in a big divisional game on Thursday night, streamable on Amazon Prime. On Sunday, the Detroit

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Nov 15 2024CELEBRITIES

Why Some Stars Might Move Away After Trump's Win

The 2024 U. S. presidential election didn’t please all celebrities. After Donald Trump and J. D. Vance won, they addressed the country in Florida. “I will not let you down, ” the president-elect said. Many celebrities were unhappy with the result. Let’s look at who might leave the U. S. Eva Longori

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Nov 15 2024EDUCATION

School's Failure to Act on Harassment: A Tragic Lesson

A tragic event at Owasso Public Schools in Oklahoma sparked a federal investigation. A nonbinary teen, Nex Benedict, died after a school fight, and their family said other students had been bullying them for a while. The US Department of Education (DOE) found that the school district wasn't handling

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Kid-Sized Seats: Do Boosters Fit Better Than Cars?

Ever wondered if car seats and boosters are really designed with kids in mind? Scientists took a close look at modern vehicle seats and boosters, comparing them with kids' body measurements. They checked out 275 rear seats from US cars made between 2009 and 2022, measuring things like seat length, s

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Nov 15 2024SPORTS

Sports Finals: The Ultimate Showdown

This weekend, the sports world is gearing up for an exciting set of championships. Field hockey and volleyball finals are ready to take center stage. Among the nine championship games, only one of them features a team that isn't a top-two seed. In volleyball, every final is a clash between the first

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Nov 15 2024POLITICS

The Gaza Displacement: A Humanitarian Crisis

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has released a stark report detailing Israel's actions in Gaza. The report, titled "Hopeless, Starving, and Besieged, " accuses Israel of war crimes and crimes against humanity. According to HRW, Israel has forced nearly 2 million Palestinians from their homes, a move that v

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

ADHD & Addiction: How Methylphenidate Affects Adults Long Term

Ever wondered how ADHD medication affects adults with behavioral addictions? Let's dive into a study that tracked these changes over time. The main drug in question, methylphenidate, is often prescribed to adults with ADHD. But what about its effects on behavioral addictions? This study aimed to she

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Nov 15 2024BUSINESS

EU Hits Meta with Huge Fine for Marketplace Monopoly

The European Union has slapped Meta, the company behind Facebook, with a massive $840 million fine. This penalty comes from the European Commission, the EU's antitrust watchdog, which found that Meta used its power unfairly in the world of online classified ads. The commission believes Meta took ad

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Nov 15 2024BUSINESS

China's New Shopping Craze: A Game of Luck in Every Box

In China, a new shopping trend has taken over: blind box livestreaming. It's like a game show, but for buying stuff. Viewers pay a small fee to get a mystery bag, called a "blind box, " which the seller opens live. If you're lucky, you can win more bags or even neat prizes. The thrill of the unknown

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