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Nov 24 2024EDUCATION

Educators Gather to Tackle Early Childhood Challenges

In South Carolina, a group known as The Beloved Early Education and Care Collective, or The BEE, recently brought together early childhood educators to discuss the challenges they face. One of the main topics was the impact of pay, policies, and resources on behavioral issues in classrooms. Kiana St

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Nov 24 2024ENVIRONMENT

Cutting Carbon in Surgery: A Fresh Look

You know how hospitals are huge contributors to carbon emissions? Well, let's zoom in on surgical care, a major part of the problem. This study is all about finding out where the most carbon comes from in surgical care and why. Researchers used a tool called the Congruence Model to understand these

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Nov 24 2024ENVIRONMENT

Ozone's Impact on Summer Rains and Wildfires in West Siberia

You might not think ozone, which is usually talked about in the context of Earth's protective layer, would affect rainfall and wildfires. But scientists have found a surprising connection in West Siberia. Over the past few decades, changes in summer rainfall have greatly influenced wildfire activity

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Appointing a Wrestling CEO: What's Next for Education?

President-elect Trump has picked Linda McMahon, former head of World Wrestling Entertainment, as the new education secretary. This choice has education experts worried. McMahon's background in wrestling and business might not prepare her for guiding federal education policies and budgets. She served

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Nov 24 2024TECHNOLOGY

Screen Time Matters: It's Not All Bad or Good

Let's face it, screens are part of our daily lives. But instead of just worrying about how many hours we spend in front of them, scientists are now pointing out that what we do on those screens is what truly makes a difference. Imagine this: a video chat with friends can make you feel connected, whi

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Nov 24 2024WEATHER

'Unpredictable Weather Ahead: Thanksgiving Travelers Beware! '

Listen up, travelers! This year's Thanksgiving might not be all about turkey and family gatherings. Forecasters are warning about some "yucky" weather that could interfere with your plans, especially if you're in the eastern part of the United States. Buckle up, because we might see some of the cold

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

The Link Between Alcohol Sales and Opioid Deaths in New Hampshire

You might not think your local bar has much to do with opioid deaths. But in New Hampshire, researchers found a surprising connection. Places with more bars and restaurants, where people can drink alcohol on the spot, also had higher rates of opioid overdose deaths. Isn't that weird? It gets even mo

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Omicron and Kids Who Needed Liver Transplants: What Parents Thought

Doctors wanted to know more about how the Omicron variant affected children who needed liver transplants. They noticed that some kids got more ill than others and wanted to understand why. They also kept an eye on how many kids got vaccinated after the outbreak spread. Many parents started out unsur

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Nov 23 2024ENVIRONMENT

Upcycling Fashion: Ghana's Designers Turn Waste into Treasure

In Ghana, where used clothes from the West are a common sight, designers are turning the tide on textile waste. Instead of letting discarded clothes clog up beaches and dumps, they're transforming them into stylish outfits. The festival "Obroni Wawu October" is where the magic happens. Designers tak

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Nov 23 2024SCIENCE

Gut Bacteria Mix in Western Flower Thrips: How Diet Makes the Difference

Western flower thrips (WFT) are tiny pests that love to chomp on various plants, including roses and kidney beans. Scientists wanted to know how the food they eat affects the bacteria living in their guts. They collected adult WFT guts and analyzed the DNA of these gut bacteria. Turns out, the thrip

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