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Dec 15 2024EDUCATION

Instagram Obsession and How It Affects Nurse Students' Study Habits

The digital world has changed the way we connect and entertain ourselves. One of the biggest changes is the rise of social media platforms like Instagram, which are wildly popular among young people. But is all this online time affecting students, especially those studying to become nurses? A recent

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Dec 15 2024POLITICS

Could Trump's Promise on Grocery Prices Alienate His Supporters?

Political pundit Alexi McCammond shared her insights on MSNBC about Donald Trump's pledge to lower grocery prices. The soon-to-be president hinted that this might not be an easy task and suggested he wouldn't be to blame if it didn't happen. McCammond, an opinion editor at the Washington Post, comme

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Dec 15 2024EDUCATION

Math Controversy: NYC Skips Bidding for New Curriculum

In a surprising move, New York City's Department of Education (DOE) didn't open up bidding for a new math curriculum, called "Illustrative Math. " Instead, they chose this program for a $34 million initiative called "NYC Solves. " This decision has raised some eyebrows, especially among other curric

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Dec 14 2024SPORTS

Where's Ottoman Azaitar From? Exploring His Background

Ottoman Azaitar is a 34-year-old MMA fighter who's made a name for himself with his impressive knockout power. Born to Moroccan parents in Cologne, Germany, he's purely German by birth but deeply loves his Moroccan heritage. His fighting style has been influenced by his upbringing in Germany and his

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Dec 14 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Carbon Dance: How Cities Change River Water

You know how rivers are like veins, carrying water from one place to another? Well, dissolved inorganic carbon, or DIC, is a crucial part of this watery journey. DIC is basically carbon that's dissolved in water, and it plays a big role in the carbon cycle. Scientists studied two rivers in a big cit

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Trump: Cutting Grocery Prices Might Be Tougher Than Expected

President-elect Donald Trump promised to lower grocery prices during his campaign for the 2024 election. He believed this would be a quick and easy task. However, in a recent interview with Time magazine, he admitted that this might be more challenging than he initially thought. Trump's plan involve

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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

Moms and Kids: Navigating the Ultra-Processed Food Maze

When it comes to buying food for their kids, moms play a big role. They're the ones who usually decide what goes into the shopping cart. A study recently looked at how moms handle their kids' requests for ultra-processed foods, like cookies, cakes, and sugary drinks. These foods are often high in su

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

Baking Up a Lab: How Protein Clumps Stabilize Micro-Tiny Bubbles

Have you ever thought about how cells manage to turn food into energy? They're like tiny factories, taking in chemicals and converting them into useful stuff. Scientists have been trying to copy this trick by creating teeny bubbles called microcompartments. These bubbles can grow and change, just li

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Dec 12 2024SPORTS

NFL Stands by Jay-Z Despite Rape Allegations

The National Football League (NFL) has decided to maintain its relationship with Roc Nation, owned by Jay-Z, despite a civil lawsuit accusing him of raping a 13-year-old girl over two decades ago. Commissioner Roger Goodell recently confirmed this stance during a press conference, stating that the c

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Dec 12 2024CELEBRITIES

NFL Stands by Jay-Z: No Changes Despite Rape Allegations

The NFL isn't backing away from its partnership with rapper Jay-Z, despite recent rape allegations. Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed this at the league's winter meetings, saying, "We're aware of the civil allegations and Jay-Z's response. The litigation is ongoing, but our relationship remains t

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