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Feb 21 2025WEATHER

Mid-Missouri's Freezing Fever

Mid-Missouri has been experiencing some seriously chilly temperatures. It's not just cold, it's record-breaking cold. Two records have been shattered. The first one was for the coldest high temperature in the afternoon. The old record was 15 degrees set way back in 1929. But yesterday, the temp

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

The Power of Bouncing Back

Young people today encounter many obstacles. Some of these challenges can be very difficult. However, some kids manage to emerge stronger from these tough times. This ability to recover and grow is known as resilience. It's not just about being tough; it's about having confidence in yourself. Believ

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Feb 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Bias in AI: What's Really Going On?

Ever thought that AI systems could be biased? Well, they can. Even if they pass tests that check for obvious bias, they can still have hidden biases. These biases are like the ones humans have, even if they claim to be fair. It's tricky to spot these hidden biases. As AI systems get more secretive,

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Feb 21 2025SCIENCE

Why Narcissists Get the Cold Shoulder

Imagine being in a room full of people, but no one talks to you. That's ostracism, and it's not a fun experience. So, why do some people, especially narcissists, often find themselves in this situation? Narcissists, those who have an inflated sense of self-importance, tend to report being i

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Canada's Global Push for Inclusion: A Fresh Look at SOGIESC Rights

Canada has been making waves internationally with its feminist approach to global policy. This approach includes a focus on sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC). But how exactly does Canada promote these ideas on a global scale? Let's dive in. F

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Nurses in Training: Tackling Stigma Against Substance Abuse

In the United States, one in six people grapples with substance use disorder (SUD). Nursing schools might not be doing enough to prepare future nurses for this reality. Why is that? Well, there's a big problem called stigma. It's a harsh judgment that can make people feel ashamed or discriminated ag

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Feb 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Long Road to Removing Stolen Images

In 2020, a young woman named Breeze Liu received a shocking phone call. A classmate informed her that an explicit video of her was circulating online, titled "Korean teen. " Liu, only 17 at the time the video was filmed, had no idea it was being shared without her consent. This was just the beginnin

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Meeting Delayed: What's the Deal?

So, there was supposed to be a big vaccine meeting next week. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a group called the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). They meet three times a year to talk about new or updated vaccines. This time, it was the first meeting since

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Feb 20 2025FINANCE

Palantir: A Tech Titan on the Rise

Palantir, a software giant, is making waves in the artificial intelligence (AI) market. Loop Capital, a financial firm, has given it a thumbs-up with a buy rating and a price target of $141. This means they think the stock could jump by more than 25% from its current price. The firm believes Palanti

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Feb 20 2025SPORTS

Messi's Magic in the Cold: Inter Miami's Narrow Win

In a chilling match, Lionel Messi proved once again why he's a soccer legend. On a night where the temperature dropped to a brutal 3 degrees Fahrenheit, Messi scored the only goal of the game in the 56th minute, securing a 1-0 victory for Inter Miami against Sporting Kansas City. This was the first

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