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Feb 21 2025WEATHER

Mid-Missouri's Freezing Fever

Mid-Missouri has been experiencing some seriously chilly temperatures. It's not just cold, it's record-breaking cold. Two records have been shattered. The first one was for the coldest high temperature in the afternoon. The old record was 15 degrees set way back in 1929. But yesterday, the temp

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Nurses in Training: Tackling Stigma Against Substance Abuse

In the United States, one in six people grapples with substance use disorder (SUD). Nursing schools might not be doing enough to prepare future nurses for this reality. Why is that? Well, there's a big problem called stigma. It's a harsh judgment that can make people feel ashamed or discriminated ag

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Mental Health and Crime: Do Community Treatment Orders Make a Difference?

People with mental health issues have sometimes been linked to violent acts and other crimes. This has led to questions about how well community treatment orders (CTOs) work in managing these behaviors. CTOs are legal orders that require individuals to receive treatment in the community rather than

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Can Online Therapy Beat the Blues in Low-Resource Countries?

First off, let's talk about something called internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy, or ICBT for short. It's a type of therapy that helps people with major depressive disorder, or MDD. This is a big deal because MDD is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Now, you mig

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Feb 20 2025SPORTS

Aaron Gordon's Dunk Dilemma: Health vs. Hustle

Aaron Gordon, the Denver Nuggets' forward, finds himself at a crossroads. The team is slowly getting back on track, but Gordon's performance has been inconsistent. With only around 30 games left in the season, he's considering a risky move. Ja Morant's recent $105K offer for the dunk contest has him

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Breaking Barriers: Making IVF More Affordable

Imagine the frustration of wanting to start a family but being held back by infertility. This is a reality for many couples in the U. S. where about one in seven couples face this challenge. In vitro fertilization (IVF) can be a solution, but it comes at a high cost. We're talking $12, 000 to $25, 0

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Trump's Border Security: A Look at His First Steps

President Trump's first days in office were marked by swift actions aimed at tightening border security. He quickly reversed policies that had allowed criminal illegal aliens into the country. His first move was to declare a national emergency at the Southwest Border. This move allowed him to resume

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Feb 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Glowing Up: Fortnite Controllers That Light Up the Gaming World

PowerA is getting ready to launch a new wired Xbox controller for Fortnite fans. The PowerA Fortnite Glow Advantage Wired Xbox Controller is already up for preorder at $40 and will be available from February 28. This controller has a unique design. It features a faceplate with a mural of various Fo

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Power Play: Trump's Move to Control Independent Agencies

In a surprising turn of events, the current president made a bold move to tighten his grip on independent agencies. This isn't just about one agency, but many, like the FCC and the SEC. These agencies were set up to work independently from the White House. The president's new order demands that thes

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Making Babies More Affordable: A Big Step for IVF

A recent move by the U. S. government has made waves in the world of family planning. The President has signed an order to make in vitro fertilization (IVF) more accessible and affordable for Americans. This isn't just about cutting costs; it's about making sure that everyone has a fair shot at star

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