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Oct 18 2025CRIME

Halloween Fun in the Face of Fear: Meadowview's Community Spirit Shines

In the Meadowview neighborhood, Halloween turned into a mix of fear and fun. Just a day after a man was shot and killed right outside the community center, kids were laughing and playing inside. The center turned into a spooky haunted house, with witches and monsters around every corner. After the s

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Oct 18 2025EDUCATION

A Court's Decision on a School's Name Change

In a recent ruling, a California appeals court supported the state's choice to take off Serranus Clinton Hastings' name from a law school. This decision was challenged by Hastings' family and some graduates, but the court did not agree with their arguments. The court stated that the state has the p

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Oct 18 2025SCIENCE

Fighting Malaria: New Ways to Test Pesticides on Mosquitoes

Malaria is a big problem. One idea to fight it is to use pesticides on humans or animals. These pesticides are called endectocides and ectocides. Scientists are trying to figure out the best way to test these pesticides on mosquitoes that spread malaria. Testing these pesticides in labs is tricky.

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Oct 17 2025SPORTS

Notre Dame and USC: A Clash of Titans with High Stakes

The upcoming game between Notre Dame and USC is not just any football match. It's a showdown that could make or break both teams' chances of making it to the College Football Playoff. The stakes are high, and the tension is palpable. The weather in South Bend, Indiana, is expected to be less than i

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Oct 17 2025HEALTH

How Well Do Simple Liver Tests Work Across the Globe?

MASLD, or metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, is a common health issue worldwide. It's a condition where fat builds up in the liver due to metabolic problems. Recently, a study called G-MASLD looked at how well simple, non-invasive tests (NITs) work for people with MASLD from d

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Oct 16 2025CRYPTO

Litecoin's Surprise Jump: What's Driving the Rally?

In the world of cryptocurrency, Litecoin (LTC) made a notable move on Thursday. While many other cryptocurrencies were taking a step back, Litecoin jumped by more than 10%. This surge brought its price to $131, a level not seen in quite some time. What's more, the number of Litecoin transactions sky

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Oct 13 2025HEALTH

How Adults with Crooked Teeth Make Treatment Choices

Adults with misaligned teeth often face tough choices about their treatment. A new tool has been created to measure how much these patients get to be part of the decision-making process. This tool, called the Participation in Treatment Decision-Making Scale for Adults with Malocclusion (PTDMS-AM), h

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Oct 08 2025HEALTH

Fungal Hitchhikers in COVID-19 Patients: A Hidden Challenge

In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors noticed something odd. Many patients fighting the virus also had fungal infections. These fungi, mainly from the Candida family, were found in the lungs and airways of COVID-19 patients more often than in those who didn't have the virus. Researche

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Oct 06 2025SCIENCE

Sheep Parasites and the Drug Resistance Puzzle

Parasites are a big problem for sheep and goats. They can make animals sick and hurt farm productivity. One of the worst parasites is Haemonchus contortus. It's a tiny worm that lives in the stomach of sheep and goats. Farmers use drugs to kill these worms. But now, the worms are fighting back. They

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Oct 05 2025SPORTS

Miami's Dominance in Florida: A New Era Begins

Miami Hurricanes are making waves in the state of Florida. They are not just winning, but they are doing so in style. Their recent victory over Florida State Seminoles is a testament to their strength. The game was a showcase of Miami's offensive prowess and defensive tenacity. Carson Beck, the qua

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