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Nov 13 2024SPORTS

Basketball Talent: Duke Dominates 2025 Mock Draft with Six Stars, Kentucky Lagging

Tonight's Champions Classic game between Duke and Kentucky won't just be a showdown of top college teams. NBA Draft experts have released their 2025 mock draft, and Duke seems to be in the spotlight with a whopping six players on the list. Leading the pack is freshman wing Cooper Flagg, tipped to be

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Kentucky Woman Challenges State's Abortion Ban in Court

A woman in Kentucky, referred to as Mary Poe, has taken a big step. She's suing the state because she can't get an abortion there. Kentucky has strict laws that almost entirely ban abortions. Poe says these laws violate her right to privacy and self-determination under the state constitution. She's

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

A New Way to Move Mental Health Patients

Imagine this: instead of using an ambulance, some hospitals are using tricked-out SUVs to transport mental health patients. South Shore Hospital and Lowell General Hospital are leading the way with this innovative solution. Why is this a big deal? Because traditional ambulances can be tied up for ho

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Nov 13 2024TECHNOLOGY

Apple's Pricey VR Headset: A Bumpy Ride

Apple's Vision Pro headset, priced at a hefty $3, 500, is facing some big challenges. The company has decided to slow down production, making only about 1, 000 units a day instead of the earlier 2, 000. It seems customers who bought the headset during the January presale were happy at first, but onc

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Nov 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Meet the Nine Finalists Shaping Science on Screen

Nine promising film students have been chosen by the Museum of the Moving Image and the Sloan Foundation to craft science-themed screenplays. These lucky students, hailing from top film schools, will have access to expert mentors throughout the year. Two of them will win a $20, 000 prize. The mento

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Nov 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Jenny Lorenzo’s DIY Path to Media Success

Growing up in Miami, Florida, Jenny Lorenzo was just like any other Cuban American kid, glued to the TV. She looked up to comedic legends like Jaleel White and Lucille Ball. But she noticed something missing - there weren't many Latino characters, especially Cuban American ones. As she grew older an

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Nov 13 2024EDUCATION

Closing the Special Ed Gap in Massachusetts

Education in Massachusetts is facing a big challenge. Some students, especially those from rich families, are getting more help for their special needs. This is leaving behind low-income and minority students. Experts say it's like a maze – wealthy families find shortcuts, while others get lost. One

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Who Will Lead Trump's Education Team?

President-elect Trump is considering several names for his Education secretary. Some are state superintendents, while others are from outside organizations. The choice could signal Trump's plans for the department, which he has discussed eliminating. Experts suggest Trump might pick a strong state

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

Understanding Distal Femur Fracture Movements: A Modeling Study

Researchers believe that the movement at a fracture site might greatly impact the healing process of complex distal femur fractures. Tracking this motion in real life is tricky, so scientists use something called finite element modeling to get a better understanding of the mechanical environment aro

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Democrats' Push for Trans Rights: Too Fast?

Republicans have historically been slow to support civil rights, including interracial marriage and LGBTQ+ rights. Now, the debate surrounding trans rights has become a hot topic, especially leading up to the presidential election. Democratic Representative Seth Moulton recently sparked controversy

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