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Sep 11 2025LIFESTYLE

New York Jeweler Blends Art and Culture

In the heart of New York City, a jeweler is making waves by blending art, culture, and personal stories into his designs. Greg Yüna, a Queens native, has taken his craft from the Diamond District to the streets of Nolita, creating a unique space that feels more like an art gallery than a traditional

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Sep 11 2025LIFESTYLE

Lazy Pup, Lazy Mom: The Surprising Truth About Dog Energy

Ruby, a TikTok user, shared a video of her and her dog napping together. The clip has over 213, 000 views. Before getting her dog, Ruby was told she would need to take her to the park to burn off energy. But Ruby and her dog prefer cozy naps instead. Science shows that dogs can take on traits from

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Sep 11 2025LIFESTYLE

Retirement Bliss: Why Two Americans Found Happiness in Malta

Life took an exciting turn for a couple in their 70s when they decided to swap their Northern California home for a spot on the sunny island of Gozo, Malta. Why did they make this big move? They wanted to explore the world and enjoy a comfortable retirement on their Social Security income. Three yea

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Sep 11 2025EDUCATION

A Giant Science Mural Brightens Up Syracuse's Armory Square

In the heart of Syracuse, a massive science-themed mural has taken over Armory Square. This isn't just any mural; it's a 455-foot-long, 40-foot-high celebration of science, technology, and community spirit. The mural, called "Powered by Wonder, " was created by Tommy Lincoln of Stay Fresh Design, wi

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Sep 10 2025POLITICS

Chicago's Budget Battles: Aldermen Demand Transparency

Chicago's city council members are pushing for a full look at a costly report on potential city savings. The report, created by Ernst & Young, cost taxpayers over $3 million. Aldermen want to see all the findings, but the mayor's team says they'll only share the final recommendations. At a recent b

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Sep 10 2025HEALTH

Young People's Weight: A Global Shift

The world is seeing a big change in how young people's weight is distributed. More school-aged kids and teens are obese than underweight now. This is a huge deal because it shows how food environments are getting worse. Experts looked at data from 2000 to 2022. They found that about 188 million kid

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Sep 09 2025HEALTH

Bigger Teens, Health, and Happiness: What's the Link?

In a recent research project, scientists wanted to understand how bigger teens in Europe and North America feel about their health and happiness. They found something important: teens who don't feel good about their health often don't feel happy either. This is especially true for those who don't ge

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Sep 09 2025POLITICS

A Clash of Titans: Kennedy's Senate Hearing Sparks Debate

In a recent Senate hearing, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. found himself under scrutiny. Dr. Robert Malone, a new CDC vaccine adviser, had strong words about the event. He called it "political theater" on Newsmax. Malone criticized Sen. Elizabeth Warren for questioning Ken

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Sep 09 2025HEALTH

Helping Young Adults with Disabilities Manage Their Emotions

In Bowie, a mother named Anjolene Smack-Whaley has seen a big change in her 24-year-old son. He is on the autism spectrum and used to have trouble controlling his anger and emotions. He would make loud noises, threaten to do things, and even run outside. This was hard for her to handle, especially s

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Sep 08 2025POLITICS

Public Schools and Prayer: A New Debate

President Donald Trump recently spoke at a meeting in Washington, D. C. He announced plans to have the Department of Education issue new rules. These rules would protect prayer in public schools. However, he did not share many details or a timeline for this plan. Trump mentioned that the Bible was

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