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Dec 17 2024CRIME

Nine Years On, South Carolina's Hate Crime Bill Still Awaits Approval

For the ninth year in a row, a lawmaker in Charleston, South Carolina, has submitted a hate crime bill to the statehouse. This bill aims to make South Carolina the 49th state to pass such a law. The bill is named after Senator Clementa C. Pinckney, who was killed in the Mother Emanuel Church shootin

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Dec 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Why Aren't More Women at the Top of Music Companies?

Female artists are dominating the charts, but high-ranking women in music companies are stepping down. This year, top labels like Universal Music Group (UMG) and Warner Music Group (WMG) lost several female CEOs, including industry heavyweights like Michelle Jubelirer and Julie Greenwald. While the

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Tracking COVID-19 Case Predictions with Online Searches in South Korea

Predicting COVID-19 cases is super important for governments and people to make smart decisions. Researchers have tried to guess case numbers using machine learning, looking at past cases and specific search engine queries. But these methods have a big problem: they don't show how people's online se

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Unveiling a New Tool for Cancer Detection and Treatment

Scientists are working on a new way to see and treat cancer. They are targeting proteins called BRD3 and BRD4, which are found in many types of cancer cells. Right now, doctors mainly use antibodies to spot these proteins. But these antibodies can be pricey and hard to use. Plus, they can't help tre

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Dec 17 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Clothing Industry's Hidden Plastic Problem

Did you know that your old t-shirts could be adding to the planet's plastic pollution? A recent study found that the global apparel industry spits out over 20 million tons of plastic waste each year. This isn't just from packaging; it's from the clothes themselves. Most of our clothes are made of sy

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Healthier Food Choices: The Impact of Education on Nursing Home Managers

Eating well is crucial for older adults living in nursing homes. But which efforts work best to keep them nourished? Researchers in Catalonia took a closer look at how educating food managers can make a difference. They realized something interesting. Teaching these managers about nutrition can lea

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Dec 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Yellowstone's Surprising End: A Family Promise Kept

The final episode of Yellowstone, "Life Is a Promise, " wrapped up the series' main storyline in a surprising way. The Dutton family's ranch was sold back to the Broken Rock Reservation, finally freeing Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes) from his father's legacy. In a shocking twist, Beth Dutton (Kelly Reil

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Dec 16 2024WEATHER

Wake Up to Icy Roads: Northeast Braces for Monday's Commute

Monday morning commuters in the Northeast should be ready for some slippery roads. A mix of light snow and sleet is expected to start on Sunday evening in parts of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. The National Weather Service has put out a winter weather advisory. This warning i

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

Is Protein Powder Worth It?

You might have seen TikTok influencers raving about protein powder, claiming it's crucial for building muscles and keeping their bodies strong. Protein is key for muscles, bones, and our immune system. But do we really need to take protein powders as supplements? Let's break it down. Firstly, most

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Dec 16 2024POLITICS

ABC's Deal with Trump: Unveiling the Hidden Story

You've probably heard about ABC News settling with Donald Trump for a whopping $15 million. But why did they decide to pay up and keep it quiet? The whole fiasco started when ABC's George Stephanopoulos made an incorrect claim about Trump during a TV segment. Trump, taking no chances, filed a defama

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