STATE

Jan 03 2025POLITICS

Virginia's Governor: Making Waves and Facing Challenges

Gov. Glenn Youngkin of Virginia has a tough job. He can't serve two terms in a row and can't write the state's budget. Plus, what happens in Washington, D. C. , can affect Virginia. Youngkin's party, the Republicans, tried to take over the state legislature but fell short. They gained seats but stil

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Jan 03 2025EDUCATION

University Shifts Away from Diversity Statements: A Move Toward Free Speech?

Last month, the University of Michigan ditched diversity statements in hiring and promotions, marking a notable shift from its past stance on campus free speech. This decision comes after years of criticism for restricting open inquiry. Prominent institutions like Michigan are starting to embrace ne

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Why Some US States Lag in Life Expectancy

By 2050, Americans are expected to live longer, but not as long as people in other wealthy nations. The problem? Unhealthy lifestyles, like indulging in junk food and drug abuse, are slowing down this progress. Wealthier states with more cities, often led by Democratic leaders, are faring better. Po

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Jan 02 2025POLITICS

Canada's Tough Stance on Housing Speculation

In Canada, a unique approach is being taken to keep housing affordable. Ever noticed how the media talks a lot about Canada? That's because wealthy foreign investors, often from the U. S. , used to treat Canadian real estate like a game of Monopoly. Canada, however, has rules to stop that. We've al

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Jan 02 2025RELIGION

What's the Deal with ISIS and Terror Attacks?

You might have heard about the tragedy that happened in New Orleans, where a man drove his truck into a New Year's crowd, killing 15 people. The FBI found a black flag in his truck that belongs to a group called the Islamic State, also known as ISIS. This group has been around for a while and has in

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

New Orleans Attack: Young Lives Lost

A terrible incident occurred in New Orleans on New Year's Eve. A truck plowed into crowds on Bourbon Street, killing at least 15 people and injuring more than 30. Among the victims were Martin "Tiger" Bech, a former Princeton University wide receiver, Reggie Hunter, a loving father of two, and Ni’Ky

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Jan 02 2025BUSINESS

Why Are Hamptons Mansion Sales Slumping?

The Hamptons, a ritzy beach area in New York, has seen a big drop in luxury home sales. In 2024, the top 10 sales brought in $327 million, way down from $511 million in 2023. What's behind this slump? Experts say it might be due to high prices and not enough upgrades in these old mansions. Celebriti

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Jan 01 2025SPORTS

Penn State's Defense Shines in Fiesta Bowl Win

Penn State's defense was the star of the show in their Fiesta Bowl win over Boise State. They kept Ashton Jeanty, the Heisman Trophy runner-up, from running wild, limiting him to just 104 yards on 30 carries. Jeanty, who usually averages around 7 yards per carry, was held to a season-low 3. 5 yards

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Jan 01 2025SPORTS

How Arizona State Can Shock Texas in the Peach Bowl

Football experts have some interesting ideas on how Arizona State could upset Texas in the Peach Bowl. While the Sun Devils have a potent offense with tough players like running back Cam Skattebo and young quarterback Sam Leavitt, ESPN's Greg McElroy says the real action is on defense. Texas' quarte

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Dec 31 2024SPORTS

Meet the Referee: Who's Calling the Penn State-Boise State Fiesta Bowl Showdown?

On December 31st, at 7:30 PM ET, a significant matchup is set to take place in the Fiesta Bowl. No. 6 Penn State will face No. 3 Boise State, marking the first-ever College Football Playoff quarterfinal game at this venue. The game will be broadcast by ESPN, with Penn State as the favored team. But

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