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Nov 15 2024EDUCATION

Rapper Jay-Z's Foundation Teams Up for HBCU Financial Literacy

Can you imagine getting ready for your dream job, but feeling like you're missing some key skills? That's where Jay-Z's Shawn Carter Foundation comes in. They've teamed up with the Wharton School of Business and Toyota North America to launch the Champions for Financial Legacy (CFFL). This program a

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Nov 14 2024SPORTS

Blazers' Rookies Lead Unlikely Win Over Timberwolves

In a surprising turn of events, the Portland Trail Blazers, missing several key players, pulled off a stunning victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The game saw the Blazers' rookies step up in a big way, with Donovan Clingan leading the defense and Shaedon Sharpe lighting up the scoreboard.

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Why Believing in Conspiracies Can Predict Voting Habits

Donald Trump's presidential campaign was based on lies, yet he won. From the economy to immigration and abortion, his promises were far from the truth. Despite this, inflation is down, growth is up, and crime rates are low. Trump created a mindset where people could ignore facts and focus on hate in

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

How Exercise and a Compound Called 7, 8-Dihydroxyflavone Can Help Mice with Alzheimer's

Scientists are really curious about how exercise can help people with Alzheimer's disease. They're looking at how physical activity affects thinking skills, the bacteria in the gut, and certain proteins in the brain. In one study, researchers trained mice with Alzheimer's to use more than one of the

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Nov 12 2024CELEBRITIES

How a Minnesota Company Stole Oprah's Heart

Every holiday season, Oprah Winfrey shares her favorite things, and many of them are quite pricey. In 2024, one item on her list is a cozy lounge set from a Minnesota-based company called Softies. This isn't their first time in the spotlight—they've been on Oprah's list for eight years straight! Sof

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Nov 09 2024HEALTH

Gut Bacteria and Depression: What's the Connection?

Ever wondered how what you eat can affect your mood? Well, let’s talk about a fascinating link between your gut bacteria and depression. Scientists have found that long-term alcohol use, known to raise the risk of depression, might be influenced by something found in our bellies - short-chain fatty

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Nov 08 2024HEALTH

Does Physical Therapy After Hip or Knee Replacement Really Help?

You might think that physical therapy after a hip or knee replacement is a no-brainer. But is it really necessary? A new study set out to answer this question by comparing patients who got physical therapy to those who didn't. The surprising result? There wasn't a huge difference in how well patient

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Nov 08 2024BUSINESS

Electric Vehicle Rules: Too Much Too Soon?

California's push for electric vehicles (EVs) has raised concerns among automakers like Toyota. The Golden State's plan to require 35% of new vehicles sold in 2026 to be zero emission has left Toyota's Jack Hollis feeling skeptical. "We simply don't see this happening, " he said. Toyota worries that

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Nov 08 2024TECHNOLOGY

Designing Car HUDs: A Fresh Approach

Driving with one eye on the road and the other on your phone? That's a no-no! Head-Up Displays (HUDs) are here to save the day. They project vital car info right onto the windshield, keeping your eyes on the road. But how do you design these HUDs? Car companies love to keep their secrets, so we're g

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Nov 05 2024CELEBRITIES

Minnesota's Softies on Oprah's List Again!

Every holiday season, Oprah shares her highly anticipated list of 'Favorite Things. ' Most items are luxurious and not cheap. This year, a Minnesota company made the list for the 8th time! Softies, a family-owned business from Edina, started small in 2005. Their cozy lounge sets caught Oprah's eye

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