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Jan 05 2026EDUCATION

More Work, Same Pay: The Hidden Struggle of College Teachers

Changes are coming to Utah's public universities. The Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) is introducing new rules. These rules aim to make things run smoother. But they might also make life harder for some teachers. The new policy, R-485, wants to make sure everyone is doing their fair share. I

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Jan 05 2026POLITICS

Idaho Senators: Marijuana Over Major Issues

Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch from Idaho have chosen an unexpected battle. They are challenging President Trump's decision to reclassify marijuana. Both senators have been quiet on many significant issues. These include Trump's foreign policy moves and his impact on healthcare. Instead, they are

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Jan 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

Qualcomm's New Chip: Can It Compete?

Qualcomm has launched a new chip called the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme. It's made using TSMC's 3nm N3X process, which is all about making things faster. But speed isn't everything. This chip is Qualcomm's first 3nm chip for laptops. It has some cool features, like a 192-bit memory bus and 128GB of

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Jan 05 2026SPORTS

Jaguars' Final Push: What's Next for Jacksonville?

The Jacksonville Jaguars are in a sweet spot. They've already secured a playoff berth, which is a big deal for a team that many didn't expect much from this season. Now, they're looking to make the most of their last regular season game against the Tennessee Titans. The Titans aren't in the playoff

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Jan 05 2026EDUCATION

Local Heroes and Bright Minds: Celebrating Community Achievements

Purdue University Northwest is honoring the legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with events on both the Hammond and Westville campuses. These celebrations are free and open to the public, offering a chance to reflect on King's impact. The Hammond campus will host its event on January 15th, featuri

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Jan 05 2026SPORTS

Kings Edge Wild in a Thrilling Shootout Victory

The Los Angeles Kings pulled off a nail-biting win against the Minnesota Wild in a shootout, with Adrian Kempe and Brandt Clarke sealing the deal. The Wild put up a tough fight, tying the score four times, but ultimately fell short. This loss marks their third straight defeat on their current road t

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

Healthcare Check-Ins Get a Friendly Upgrade

In many developing countries, healthcare supervision is undergoing a major transformation. The old way of doing things, which often involved one-sided criticism, is being replaced by a more supportive and collaborative approach. This shift is helping healthcare workers perform better and feel more v

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Jan 04 2026EDUCATION

Why Religion Research Might Be Missing the Mark

The Arts & Humanities Citation Index (A&HCI) is a key tool for assessing research quality, especially in religion studies. However, it has some significant blind spots that could skew our understanding of the field. For starters, the number of religion-related records in the A&HCI has remained rela

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Jan 04 2026CRIME

Why Do Prisoners Use New Drugs?

Prisons are tough places. People inside often turn to new drugs, called NPS, for different reasons. These drugs are not just about getting high. They help prisoners deal with their tough surroundings and emotions. But why do they use these drugs? That's what a study in Poland tried to figure out. L

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Jan 04 2026SPORTS

Chargers and Broncos: A Tale of Two Approaches

The Chargers are taking a different path to their final regular-season game. They are not playing to win but to rest and prepare for the playoffs. The Broncos, on the other hand, are treating it like a playoff game. They want to secure the top seed and get a bye next week. The Chargers' quarterback

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