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Jul 05 2025SPORTS

Aitana Bonmatí: From Local Hero to Global Icon

In the small town of Sant Pere de Ribes, Spain, a mural captures the essence of Aitana Bonmatí's journey. It shows her holding a Ballon d’Or trophy, embracing her younger self, embodying the town's motto: "Win or learn. You never lose. " This phrase reflects Bonmatí's relentless spirit, which has propelled her to the pinnacle of women's soccer. Bonmatí's story begin...

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Dec 16 2024POLITICS

Why Women's Leadership Matters: Supporting Our Next Generation

Think back to when Barack Obama was elected as our first Black president. My 8-year-old daughter asked me then, "Why haven't we ever had a woman president? " Fast forward to today, and at 23, she's still asking the same question. With Vice President Kamala Harris losing the recent presidential election to a man with a history of misconduct, we need to think about the...

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Nov 23 2024EDUCATION

How Teachers' Vaccinations Boost Student Success in Pakistan

Imagine this: teachers in Pakistan getting vaccinated can actually help students do better in school. Sounds surprising, right? A study in the country found that having teachers as role models can encourage students to take important actions, like getting vaccinated during a pandemic. Researchers ran an experiment comparing different ways to encourage vaccinations – ...

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