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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

Tracking Buprenorphine in Moms and Babies: A New Hair Testing Method

Pregnant women dealing with opioid use disorder often rely on Buprenorphine (BUP). Keeping an eye on how much BUP they're taking during pregnancy is super important. It helps make sure they're getting the right dose and staying healthy. One way to do this is by looking at hair samples. Hair can show

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Dec 11 2024SPORTS

Juan Soto's Mega Deal: A Sports Money Shocker!

Juan Soto just signed a whopping 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets. That's a lot of money! Let's break down how this deal stacks up against other sports numbers. First off, Soto's contract is more than the combined payroll of all teams in the AL and NL Central divisions for 2025

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Dec 11 2024EDUCATION

Playground Upgrade: A Boost for Kids at San Jose Day Nursery

At San Jose Day Nursery, children play on a dark rubber mulch playground that doubles as a cat toilet at night. The daycare needs help to replace this with a better surface. Kids deserve a safer, more imaginative outdoor space to learn and grow. Angela Gomez, the director, explains that improving th

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Dec 10 2024POLITICS

The Power of Words: How Russia's Authoritarian Regime Stays Strong

Ever wondered how some countries maintain their grip on power? Let's dive into how Russia's regime does it. French philosopher Jacques Rancière has a theory about this. He says that when people stop caring about politics, it's easier for authoritarian leaders to stay in control. This is what we call

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Dec 08 2024POLITICS

Trust in Science: A Growing Divide in the U. S.

For decades, Americans mostly agreed on one thing: science was trustworthy. But lately, that's quickly changing. People who lean left and right are now seeing science quite differently. This divide didn't happen overnight. It's been growing since the 1990s and picked up speed in 2018. What's causing

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Dec 08 2024POLITICS

The Baltic Sea Tension: German Helicopter Fired Upon

Imagine this: A German helicopter, out on a routine mission in the Baltic Sea, suddenly faces unexpected danger. According to reports, a Russian ship fired signal ammunition at it. This wasn't just any mission; it was a time of heightened tensions between Germany and Russia. But what's the story beh

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Dec 07 2024BUSINESS

Stock Surprises: Who's Up, Who's Down Before the Bell?

Some big names in business are making waves before the stock market opens. Lululemon's shares jumped by 9% after they did better than expected in the last quarter and gave an okay outlook for the holidays. Samsara, a software company, saw its stock drop by 9% because their future plans weren't as ex

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Dec 07 2024SPORTS

Boston's Sports Teams: Then and Now

Imagine a time machine for sports fans! Recently, Celtics legend Paul Pierce sparked a fun debate, claiming his 2008 team would outplay the current champs. So, let's compare some iconic Boston teams across different eras. First, the 2008 Celtics. With Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Ray Allen, they

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Dec 06 2024WEATHER

What Are the Odds for a Snowy Christmas?

It's still too early to predict this year's Christmas snow, but historical data gives us some hints. AccuWeather looked at weather patterns from 1991 to 2020 and found that big cities like Denver and Chicago have the best chances, about 1 in 3, for a white Christmas. Indianapolis and Boston come nex

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Dec 06 2024POLITICS

Why Did Two Columnists Quit?

In a surprising move, two columnists have left the Los Angeles Times. They weren't happy with the paper's owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong. They think he's too cozy with President-elect Donald Trump. Harry Litman, who wrote for the LA Times for over 15 years, announced his resignation in a newsletter. He

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