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Jan 04 2026WEATHER

Baltimore's Weather: A Rollercoaster of Warmth and Rain

Baltimore is in for a weather rollercoaster this week. After a chilly start, temperatures will climb, but rain is also on the way. Sunday will be the coldest day, with sunshine and a high of 38 degrees. Winds will blow gently between 5 to 9 mph. As night falls, clouds will roll in, and temperatures

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

Giggling to Good Health: How Laughter Yoga Helps Kids

Laughter yoga is a unique way to boost health without using medicine or invasive treatments. It combines deep breathing with laughter exercises. The idea is to laugh on purpose, even if it feels silly at first. This review looked at studies to see how laughter yoga affects children's well-being. Th

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

Dog Joint Issues: A Common Problem in Sweden's Canine Companions

In Sweden, many young adult dogs face joint problems. Hip and elbow dysplasia (HD and ED) are two serious conditions that affect dogs' mobility. These issues are common in various breeds. A recent study aimed to find out how widespread these problems are and if they are linked. The study looked at

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Jan 04 2026BUSINESS

A Closer Look at the agilon health Legal Battle

A legal storm is brewing around agilon health, inc. , a company listed on the NYSE under the ticker AGL. A class action lawsuit has been filed, targeting those who bought the company's securities between February 26, 2025, and August 4, 2025. The lawsuit alleges that during this period, agilon and i

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Jan 04 2026SPORTS

Behind the Scenes: Joe Buck's Battle Scars and Big Game

Joe Buck, the voice behind ESPN's Monday Night Football, had a wild weekend. It wasn't just about calling the big game between the 49ers and Seahawks. He had to deal with a unexpected fight at home. His twin sons, Wyatt and Blake, were duking it out. Joe stepped in to break it up, but ended up with

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Jan 04 2026EDUCATION

How Maine is Redefining Success in Schools

In Maine, there's a big push to rethink how success in schools is measured. It's not just about test scores anymore. The state's education department has put out a report called "Measure What Matters. " This report says that things like well-being, resilience, and creativity are just as important as

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Jan 04 2026EDUCATION

UNC's Syllabus Shift: A Step Towards Trust or Trouble?

UNC's recent move to make course syllabi public has sparked debate. Some see it as a way to build trust. Others worry it might limit academic freedom. The idea started with Peter Hans, head of the UNC system. He believes more openness is the right way to handle increased scrutiny. Critics argue tha

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Jan 04 2026POLITICS

U. S. Seizes Venezuelan Leader: What's Next?

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro is now in U. S. custody. This happened after a surprise operation by the U. S. military. They captured Maduro and his wife in Venezuela. Then, they flew them to New York. The U. S. President, Donald Trump, said the U. S. will now run Venezuela. He made this anno

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Jan 04 2026POLITICS

Tensions Rise in Yemen as Power Struggle Intensifies

In a recent turn of events, the Yemeni government, supported by Saudi Arabia, has accused southern separatists of blocking access to the city of Aden. This accusation comes after the government reclaimed some territory from the separatists in the east. The separatists, backed by the UAE, deny these

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Jan 04 2026SCIENCE

Feline Stress: What's Really Bugging Your Cat?

Cats, whether they roam outdoors or stay indoors, seem to handle stress pretty well. A recent study looked at stress levels in 34 domestic cats by checking cortisol levels in their hair. Cortisol is a hormone that shows up when an animal is stressed. The study wanted to see if where a cat lives and

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