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Dec 17 2024POLITICS

What Happens If Trump Pardons Jan. 6 Rioters?

Imagine Donald Trump back in the White House, planning to pardon those who stormed the U. S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Some rioters have already pleaded guilty, while others await trial. Trump’s empathy for these rioters, whom he calls “patriots, ” raises questions about how far his pardons might

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Dec 17 2024POLITICS

Chicago's New School Board: A Fresh Start

In a recent turn of events, Mayor Brandon Johnson has made some new picks for the Chicago Board of Education. The mayor introduced a new leader, Sean Harden, for the 21-member team that will take their seats in January. Among the nine new appointees, three are fresh faces, while the rest include peo

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Dec 17 2024SPORTS

Where Should Travis Hunter Play in the NFL?

Colorado star Travis Hunter is a unique player, starring as both a wide receiver and a cornerback. He caught 92 passes for 1, 152 yards and 14 touchdowns as a receiver, and tallied 21 solo tackles, 11 pass breakups, and four interceptions as a cornerback. The question is, where will he play more in

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Dec 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Sicario's Gunplay: Realism vs. Entertainment

Denis Villeneuve, known for his sci-fi films like Dune and Blade Runner 2049, also dabbled in crime thrillers with Sicario. This 2015 movie follows FBI agent Kate Macer, played by Emily Blunt, as she joins a task force to fight drug cartels. Despite its box office success and Oscar nominations, an a

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Dec 17 2024SPORTS

A Rocky Start for Jerod Mayo: Surviving His First Season

Jerod Mayo, the new guy at the helm of the Patriots, is encountering some bumps on the road during his first season. The team isn't performing as expected, with both the offense and defense having rough patches. Initially, the team's owners, including Robert Kraft, were backing Mayo, but things chan

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Dec 16 2024ENVIRONMENT

Exploring Moss: Nature's Detectives in North Macedonia

In the heart of North Macedonia lies Mariovo, a region where moss is playing a crucial role in monitoring air pollution. Scientists have been using moss samples to track the distribution of potentially harmful chemicals in the air. They found 44 different elements in 20 moss samples. These moss samp

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Dec 16 2024POLITICS

Cracking the Drone Mystery: New Tech Needed, Say Officials

Recently, mysterious drones have been buzzing over New York and New Jersey, causing worry among residents and officials. Representative Jim Himes, a Democrat from Connecticut, said many people are frustrated due to the uncertainty about these flights. National security officials insist these drones

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Why Cutting Back on Holiday Alcohol Can Be a Healthy Choice

Holiday cheers often mean extra drinks, but did you know those festive cocktails can have some serious downsides? Dr. Neil McDevitt from Novant East Cooper Medical Center explains that even though alcohol is a big part of our culture, it's actually a type of poison that our bodies have to work hard

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Dec 12 2024HEALTH

Insulin Pumps in Surgery: A New Way for People with Type 1 Diabetes

Imagine you're having a big operation, like a thyroidectomy, and you have type 1 diabetes. You might be worried about managing your insulin levels. Well, two girls, aged 12 and 33, recently had this surgery while using an automated insulin delivery (AID) system. This isn't your typical insulin pump;

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Dec 11 2024SCIENCE

The Universe's Speedy Expansion: A Cosmic Riddle

Imagine trying to measure the growth of a garden only to find that your ruler and your friend's yardstick give you different results. That's a bit like what astronomers are dealing with when they try to figure out how fast the universe is expanding. They look at old light from the early universe and

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