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Nov 25 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Glen Powell's Lookalikes Get a Movie Prize!

In Austin, Texas, a unique contest took place. People turned out to look like Glen Powell, the actor known for his role in Top Gun: Maverick. The event drew a big crowd, including Powell's own family members. They judged who looked most like him, and the winner got a surprise gift. Powell FaceTimed

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Nov 25 2024CRIME

Texas Influencer's Online Feud Leads to 10-Year Prison Sentence

Ashley Grayson, a 35-year-old influencer from Dallas, was sentenced to 10 years in prison. She tried to hire someone to kill three people, including a business rival and a social media critic. Grayson ran a successful online business and had a large following. In 2022, she asked a friend from Memphi

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Nov 24 2024EDUCATION

Texas Schools Get Optional Bible Lessons

In a close vote, Texas' education board decided that elementary schools can teach lessons inspired by the Bible. This happened despite worries that it might push religious views on young students. The lessons will start as early as next year. Schools that use these lessons will get extra money from

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Broken Bones and Knee Implants: What's the Link?

Ever wondered why some people with knee implants end up with broken bones? Turns out, it might have something to do with how the implant is placed. A study from a single hospital looked into this issue. They focused on a specific type of knee replacement called the Oxford unicompartmental knee arthr

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Nov 23 2024ENVIRONMENT

Upcycling Fashion: Ghana's Designers Turn Waste into Treasure

In Ghana, where used clothes from the West are a common sight, designers are turning the tide on textile waste. Instead of letting discarded clothes clog up beaches and dumps, they're transforming them into stylish outfits. The festival "Obroni Wawu October" is where the magic happens. Designers tak

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Nov 23 2024EDUCATION

Bible Lessons in Texas Schools: A New Curriculum Sparks Debate

Texas has taken a significant step by allowing Bible-infused teachings in elementary schools. This move, supported by the state's education board, is receiving a mix of reactions from parents and teachers. Some believe these lessons will help students understand American history better, while others

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Nov 23 2024EDUCATION

Texas's Bible Lessons in Schools: History or Religion?

Have you ever wondered what it's like to learn about the Bible in school? Well, students in Texas from kindergarten to fifth grade might soon find out. The state recently approved Bible lessons in classrooms, sparking a potential legal storm. The Texas State Board of Education voted 8-7 in favor of

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Nov 23 2024EDUCATION

Texas Schools get an Optional Bible Lesson for Young Kids

Texas is now deciding to put an optional Bible-related curriculum in its elementary schools. This decision came after a close vote of 8-7 by the Texas Board of Education, which is mostly made up of Republicans. The idea is to make Bible lessons available as soon as next year, and schools adopting th

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Nov 21 2024HEALTH

How Heat Can Help Heal: A Warm Approach to Anorexia Treatment

More than a century ago, a physician named William Gull made a notable suggestion. He proposed applying heat to patients with anorexia nervosa (AN), a serious eating disorder. Gull was inspired by the work of Charles Chossat, a Swiss physiologist who accidentally discovered that heat had therapeutic

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Nov 21 2024POLITICS

How Dallas Politics Shaped Bible Lessons in Texas Schools

In Texas, a close vote to include Bible-infused lessons for elementary students in state schools turned on a twist of timing and politics. This happened in Dallas, where a temporary board member picked by Governor Greg Abbott swung the vote. Usually, the public elects these members, but this person,

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