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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Teachers' Pay Dispute Hits Streets in NJ Schools

In New Jersey, a dispute between teachers and the South Orange-Maplewood school district has heated up. Teachers from the SOMEA union took to the streets of South Orange, carrying signs with messages like "Settle Now!" and "We Are Worthy." They also attended a board meeting in Maplewood to voice the

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Little Voices, Big Lessons: Kids in Preschool Vote!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a little voter? In preschools around the world, kids as young as 3 are learning about democracy. At the ACCA Child Development Center, for example, these tiny tykes cast their votes on fun things like their favorite PAW Patrol character or what they want t

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Oct 06 2024SCIENCE

Voyager's Long Journey: A Power Struggle in Space

Imagine a spacecraft that's been exploring for nearly 50 years. The Voyagers are like the oldest explorers in our universe, and they're not slowing down yet! But running out of power is a real concern. So, NASA made a big decision: they turned off one more science tool on Voyager 2 to help it last l

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Oct 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

RiffTrax Joins Forces With Nebula: A Comedy-Filled Partnership

Imagine watching a movie and having experts crack hilarious jokes about it in real time. That's what RiffTrax offers, and now they're teaming up with the indie streamer Nebula to bring their unique brand of comedy to even more screens. This partnership isn't just about funny commentary; it's also a

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Oct 06 2024HEALTH

Watch Out: Unpasteurized Apple Cider Can Make You Sick

Do you love sipping apple cider in the fall? Be careful! Health experts are warning that unpasteurized apple cider can make people very ill, especially those who are more vulnerable like kids and older adults. Why is this happening? Unpasteurized cider might have harmful bacteria because many orchar

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Oct 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Seeing Anxiety on Screen: A Journey Through Pixar's Inside Out 2

Imagine sitting in a theater, watching Pixar’s Inside Out 2. Suddenly, a character pops up that feels familiar—too familiar. This character is named Anxiety, and she's on a mission to manage everything alone. Sound familiar? This movie isn't just entertaining; it’s a personal journey for many young

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Truth Social's COO Steps Down Amid Share Transfer Ruling

Recently, there's been some shake-ups at Truth Social, the social media platform started by former President Donald Trump. The company just lost its chief operating officer, Andrew Northwall, who resigned last month. This news came along with another big change - a court ruling that requires the com

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Is Amazon's Cashierless Future Shrinking?

It seems like Amazon is scaling back its ambitious plans for cashierless stores. Last week, the tech giant closed three of its Go convenience stores in New York, leaving only 17 such stores nationwide – although they did just open one in Washington. Since 2023, Amazon has reduced its Go storefronts

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Oct 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Easy Upgrade: Rotating Touchscreen for Any Car

Upgrading your car doesn't have to mean buying a new one. With this 8-inch rotating touchscreen, you can enjoy the same perks as new cars—like wireless CarPlay and Android Auto—in your current vehicle. It's simple to install and on sale for just $99.99. This touchscreen isn't just a pretty face; it

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Oct 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Night of Moroccan Magic and Southern Comfort

Imagine walking into a world that combines the vibrancy of Morocco with the warmth of the South. That's exactly what guests experienced at Potomac Hospitality Group's "Fried Chick'n & Champagne" Secret Supper. Held at Marcellus Farms, this sold-out event was more than just a meal—it was an adventure

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