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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Chromebooks Aim to Boost Learning in Schools

Schools are getting a tech upgrade with new Chromebooks designed to make learning easier and safer. These devices are built to handle the daily wear and tear of student life. They come with features like AI-powered learning tools, strong security, and easy-to-repair parts. The latest models include

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Jan 12 2026WEATHER

Massachusetts: A Day of Wind, Rain, and Snow

Massachusetts is in for a wild weather ride on Sunday. It all starts with a chilly morning, but things heat up a bit as the day goes on. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for the Berkshires, with gusts that could hit 50 mph. This advisory is in effect from 9 p. m. Sunday to 9 a

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

The Blurry Line Between Medical Science and Miracles

Medical breakthroughs often seem like miracles, but are they really? Or is it just science advancing at the right time? For some, it doesn't matter. They see both as divine intervention. Take Howard, a retired doctor, who beat lymphoma in 2002 with a standard chemo treatment. His specialist warned

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Jan 10 2026HEALTH

Medical Students' Mental Health: A Closer Look at Anxiety, Depression, and Faith

Medical students face a tough road, juggling heavy course loads and high expectations. A recent study shed light on the mental health challenges they encounter, focusing on anxiety, depression, and the role of religious beliefs. The study involved 260 medical students from the University of Osijek

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Jan 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Crime Drama That Found Its Audience Late

Channing Tatum's movie "Roofman" is now a hit on Paramount+. It's the most-watched film on the platform, which is surprising because it was almost ignored when it first came out. The film is based on a true story about Jeffrey Manchester, a former soldier who turned to crime to support his family.

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Jan 09 2026EDUCATION

How States Stack Up in School Funding

School funding is not a one-size-fits-all issue. Each state has its own set of challenges and resources. A recent study by the Education Law Center (ELC) looked at how states fund education using three different measures. The study, "Making The Grade 2025, " used data from 2023 to give a more detail

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Jan 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Are Whales Paying the Price?

Offshore wind projects are booming, but at what cost to marine life? A group called Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) thinks these projects are causing more harm to whales and dolphins than anyone realizes. They say the loud noises from building and running wind farms can mess up these animals' hear

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Jan 06 2026EDUCATION

How to Train Doctors for Real Life

Medical schools produce many doctors yearly, but is their training enough? The current system relies heavily on textbooks and theory. However, real-life medical practice is far from a textbook scenario. Doctors need practical skills to handle patients effectively. The gap between theory and practic

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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 03 2026HEALTH

AI Tech Cuts Radiation Risk in Medical Imaging

Medical imaging is a big deal. It helps doctors see inside the body. But it comes with a problem: radiation. Too much radiation can hurt both patients and doctors. A new AI system, called GenDSA-V2, is trying to fix this. This AI was trained on a huge amount of data. Over 5 million images from 46,

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