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Dec 09 2024WEATHER

Get Ready for Rain and a Chill in Boston!

This week in Boston, the weather is set to take a wet and wintry turn. Meteorologists are warning of a winter weather advisory that will last until Tuesday morning. National Weather Service has forecasted rain, with some high elevations expecting freezing rain or icing. Vicki Graf from Boston 25 exp

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Dec 09 2024WEATHER

Weather Tip: Stay Warm, Then Cool Down!

Hey there! If you're planning to travel early on Monday, keep an eye out for fog, especially near the Red River. The day will start chilly but warm up to the mid-60s. Later in the afternoon, a cold front will arrive, bringing partly cloudy skies for Tuesday morning. Tuesday will be breezy and cooler

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Dec 09 2024HEALTH

Social Media Use: A Real-Time Look at Teens' Emotional Ups and Downs

Researchers have been quick to blame social media for negative impacts on teens' mental health, but is it the whole story? A recent study decided to find out by tracking 154 teenagers aged 12 to 15 every four hours for two weeks. They wanted to see if using social media causes more negative emotions

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Dec 09 2024SPORTS

Baseball's Biggest Surprise: How the Mets Snatched Juan Soto

Believe it or not, the New York Mets have become the proud owners of baseball superstar Juan Soto. At just 26, Soto has bagged a massive 15-year, $765 million deal. This isn't just big news—it's a game-changer for the MLB! Soto's mega-deal tops Shohei Ohtani's $700 million contract with the LA Dodge

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Dec 09 2024POLITICS

Veterans & Seniors at Risk: AOC Slams Cost-Cutting Proposals

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N. Y. ) has openly criticized certain cost-saving measures suggested by the "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE). In a recent social media post, she highlighted how these proposals might negatively impact veterans, seniors, and the disabled. Ocasio-

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Dec 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Test-Case Generation: How to Pick the Right Tool for REST API Testing

Are you tired of writing test cases manually for REST APIs? Automating this process can save time and reduce errors. But with so many tools out there, how do you know which one to choose? Let's dive into the world of test-case generation for REST APIs, focusing on black-box testing based on OpenAPI

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Dec 09 2024ENVIRONMENT

Brazil's Carbon Balance: How Rain and Trees Fight Climate Change

You might think that all greenhouse gas emissions come from factories and cars, right? Not in Brazil! Here, the biggest source is actually farms and forests. That's because trees and plants can soak up carbon dioxide, making them natural air filters. We wanted to see how this affects Brazil's carbon

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Dec 09 2024SPORTS

Tottenham's Big Blunder: Postecoglou’s Heartache after Chelsea Comeback

Ange Postecoglou, the manager of Tottenham Hotspur, was left heartbroken after his team blew a 2-0 lead at home against their rivals, Chelsea. The match started well for Spurs, with two early goals, but things quickly went downhill. They ended up losing 4-3, conceding four goals in the second half.

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Dec 09 2024SPORTS

Love and Long-Distance: A Football Star and Cheerleader's Story

Meet Cade York, a 23-year-old football phenomenon for the Bengals. Beyond his on-field achievements, York has captured hearts off the field too. In July 2024, he found himself in a long-distance relationship with Zoe Dale, a cheerleader for the Dallas Cowboys. Despite their hectic schedules, their b

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Dec 09 2024SCIENCE

Cleaning Up: A Look at Ways to Treat Dirty Water

When it comes to treating water filled with harmful pollutants, there are a few methods that have been around for a while and some newer ones that are gaining attention. Two of the older methods are burning the waste, known as incineration, and using a process called Sequencing Batch Reactor Activat

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