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Oct 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

A Deadly Mix-Up on the Texas Freeway

A tragic accident unfolded on the I-10 Katy Freeway in Houston early Tuesday morning. Two men lost their lives when a BMW sedan went the wrong way and crashed into a Tesla Cybertruck. The impact was so severe that the Cybertruck was pushed into the path of an 18-wheeler. The crash was followed by a

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Oct 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Young People and Chatbots: A New Restriction

Character. AI has decided to stop young people under 18 from using their chatbots. This change will start on November 25th. Before that, they will find out who the young users are and limit how much they can use the app. After the change, these young users won't be able to talk to the chatbots at al

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Oct 29 2025OPINION

Oregon's Hidden Weapon Against Gun Violence: Why Aren't We Using It More?

Oregon has a powerful tool to fight gun violence, but not everyone is using it. In 2017, the state passed a law that lets police or family members ask a court to temporarily stop someone from accessing guns if they're a danger to themselves or others. This is called an extreme risk protection order,

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Oct 29 2025OPINION

Keeping Parks Safe for All

In Charleston, Colonial Lake is a cherished spot for locals. The recent fall festival, Bloom Charleston, showed just how much the community values this revitalized space. People of all ages enjoy walking and relaxing by the lake. But there's a growing problem. Cyclists are using the park paths, mak

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Oct 28 2025CRIME

Fighting Fake Goods: How Police Are Getting Smarter

In the U. S. , fake stuff is everywhere. From fake medicine to unsafe electronics, these items are not just a problem for shoppers but also a big danger to public safety. The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) is stepping up to tackle this issue. They have given their stamp of approval to a sp

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Oct 28 2025CRIME

Ann Arbor's Crime Stats Now Open for All to See

Ann Arbor is making it easier for everyone to keep an eye on crime. The police have launched a new online tool that shows crime numbers from the past few years. This tool reveals that overall crime has gone down by 7% compared to last year. Violent crime has also dropped by 4%. But not all areas of

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Oct 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Driving Safety: Who's Really Leading the Way?

The world of self-driving cars is heating up, and one big name is calling out others to step up their safety game. Takedra Mawakana, co-CEO of Waymo, recently shared her thoughts on the current state of autonomous vehicle (AV) safety. She made it clear that more companies need to open up about their

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Oct 27 2025HEALTH

Chicken Recall: What You Need to Know

A big recall is happening right now. Almost 5 million pounds of frozen chicken products are being pulled from the market. Why? Because they might have tiny pieces of metal in them. This news comes from the U. S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service. Hormel Foods Corp. , ba

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Oct 27 2025HEALTH

Understanding Blood Changes After Kidney Transplants

After a kidney transplant, it's common to see changes in blood counts. These changes can be low or high levels of different types of blood cells. Often, these changes are not serious. They might be due to medicines, infections, or the old kidney problems. Doctors see many types of blood changes. Lo

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Oct 27 2025HEALTH

Neutrogena Wipes Pulled from Shelves Due to Bacteria Scare

In a move to prioritize consumer safety, Neutrogena has decided to pull some of its makeup wipes from stores. The reason? A sneaky bacteria was found lurking in certain batches. This isn't just any bacteria, though. It's a tough one that can resist common preservatives used in cosmetics. The compan

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