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Feb 17 2025HEALTH

Farm to City: How Life and Work Affect Mental Health in China

In China, mental health is a big issue for people who live in rural areas. These people, often called Workers with Agricultural Hukou (WAH), have a tough time. They face different challenges based on where they live, what they do for work, and how they are treated by society. This study is all about

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Feb 12 2025SPORTS

Super Bowl 2025: Pornhub's Top Searches and Surprising Trends

In 2025, 126 million Americans tuned into the Super Bowl, eager to see if the Eagles could make a bold move and secure the win. The excitement during the game was palpable. As for the Eagles, they shut down the Chiefs in a 40-22 victory. The Eagles weren't the only ones looking forward to some spec

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Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Pennies: Trump's latest attempt to save a buck

It's no secret that governments love to find places to save money, and Trump is no exception. But the focus on the penny is not the first time and it won't be the last. The penny has been a hot topic for a while, and some people have already expressed their opinions. Trump recently brought this top

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Feb 08 2025EDUCATION

Education's Unexpected Shero

Education is a tough job. The U. S. Department of Education is a big name, some would say a controversial one. Imagine being in a job where the President himself wants to shut it down, but you're still the one doing the job. That's what happened with Linda McMahon. She was a wrestling star and busin

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Feb 06 2025SPORTS

Swimming Controversy: A New Era of Uncertainty

A recent legal battle has stirred up the world of college swimming. Three former University of Pennsylvania swimmers—Grace, Margot, and Ellen—have taken a stand against the NCAA and Ivy League. They allege that the presence of a transgender swimmer, Lia, on their team caused them emotional harm. The

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Feb 04 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cicada Season: A Boon for Nature

Something magical is about to happen in Pennsylvania's south-central region. While we humans start to think about warmer days ahead, it's not just us. There's something else stirring beneath the earth. Cicadas! These cicadas have been living underground for seventeen long years!

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Jan 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

Bear Attack in Pennsylvania: Unusual Behavior, Rabies Confirmed

In the scenic town of Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, something unusual happened. A bear, not acting like bears usually do, attacked a man named Andrew Neirer. The Pennsylvania Game Commission confirmed that the bear had rabies. This is not common for bears, as they usually mind their own business. Andrew

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Jan 10 2025SPORTS

Notre Dame Scores Last-Minute Win Against Penn State

In a nail-biting football clash, Notre Dame pulled off a thrilling comeback against Penn State, snatching a 27-24 victory. The Irish defense saved the day when they intercepted Penn State's quarterback Drew Allar late in the game. This crucial play allowed Notre Dame to set up a last-minute field go

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Jan 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Phoenixville Says No More to Plastic Bags in the New Year

In a bold move for the environment, Phoenixville has kicked off 2024 with a bang by banning single-use plastic bags. This isn't just a local decision; it's part of a growing trend across Pennsylvania. The ban was approved by the borough council way back on January 9, 2024. It's not just about plasti

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Jan 01 2025SPORTS

Penn State's Defense Shines in Fiesta Bowl Win

Penn State's defense was the star of the show in their Fiesta Bowl win over Boise State. They kept Ashton Jeanty, the Heisman Trophy runner-up, from running wild, limiting him to just 104 yards on 30 carries. Jeanty, who usually averages around 7 yards per carry, was held to a season-low 3. 5 yards

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