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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Why the Electoral College Isn’t Fair Anymore

The Electoral College is a weird system that doesn't make sense today. It was set up a long time ago to balance power between big and small states. But now, it makes some votes matter more than others. For example, a vote in a small state like Wyoming counts more than a vote in a big state like Cali

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Nov 03 2024CRIME

The Unfolding Drama: A Decade-Long Quest for Justice in Cliff Lambert’s Murder

Cliff Lambert, a retired art dealer from Palm Springs, California, met a tragic end in 2008. His murder was part of an elaborate plot orchestrated by two con artists, Kaushal Niroula and Daniel Garcia. The case has been bogged down in legal battles, overturned convictions, and delays for over a deca

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Nov 03 2024SCIENCE

Voyager 1 Switches to an Old Signal, Leaving NASA Puzzled

NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft, currently about 15 billion miles from Earth, has given scientists a bit of a scare. On October 17, it switched its main radio transmitter to a different frequency, leaving NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory team scratching their heads. The spacecraft's Fault Protection Sys

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Nov 01 2024HEALTH

Cancer Care Shake-Up: Mass General Brigham's New Institute

When Dana-Farber Institue announced it was leaving Mass General Brigham, it was a big shock. But now, Mass General Brigham is ready to show what they've got. They're starting something new called the Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute. It's not a whole new hospital, but it brings together the exp

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Russia's Military Losses Hit Record Highs in October

October was a tough month for Russia's military, with record losses in armored vehicles and artillery systems, according to Ukraine's defense ministry. Russia lost 903 armored fighting vehicles, the highest monthly total since the war began in February 2022. The total loss of armored vehicles since

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Oct 31 2024TECHNOLOGY

Fire at U. K. 's Nuclear Submarine Site: What You Need to Know

Early Wednesday morning, a big fire broke out at a shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness, a town in northwest England. This shipyard is run by BAE Systems, the U. K. 's top defense company. They're building new nuclear submarines there, called Dreadnought-class. Two people got hurt and went to the hospital

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Oct 30 2024SCIENCE

Sun's Heat Ends Comet ATLAS's Journey Early

Imagine a comet swooshing through space, expected to brighten up our nights around Halloween. Sadly, Comet ATLAS didn't make it. It got too close to the sun and melted into nothing. It's like when a popsicle melts in your hand on a hot day, but on a way larger scale. Comet ATLAS, first spotted in S

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Oct 29 2024WEATHER

Halloween Week: Mild Weather and a Bit of Rain

This Halloween week, we're in for some uncommonly warm weather. The humidity will also go up, making it feel a bit sticky. It's not all sunshine though—rain chances are increasing, and that might mess with your Halloween plans. Early Tuesday morning, there's a Dense Fog Advisory in the capital area

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Oct 29 2024SCIENCE

How THC Makes You Feel High: A Neuroscience Lesson

Ever wondered how cannabis makes you feel "high"? Let's dive into the science behind it. Your body naturally produces cannabinoids, similar to what's found in marijuana. One of these, called anandamide, acts as a neurotransmitter, sending messages between nerve cells. These messages impact areas of

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Oct 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

Score a Big Home Security Discount: Ring Alarm Kit 40% Off Today

Looking for an affordable way to beef up your home security? Look no further! The Ring Alarm eight-piece kit is up for grabs at a steal of a price—40% off its usual $329. 99, landing at just $149. 99. This killer deal is exclusively for Amazon Prime members, so if you're not a subscriber, now might

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