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Jun 16 2026HEALTH

Short‑Form Videos Spread Wrong Ideas About Epilepsy

The rise of quick videos on TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts has made it easier for people to share health tips. However, this speed can also spread false claims about epilepsy that confuse viewers and endanger patients. Researchers set out to count how many of these clips contain mi

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Jun 16 2026EDUCATION

Kids Power Festival Lights Up Scotlandville

In the heart of Scotlandville, a bright Saturday saw families gathering for a free day of fun and learning. The festival opened at 11 a. m. , inviting children to stroll through an entrance tunnel that buzzed with excitement. Organizers wanted every child to feel noticed and encouraged, so they p

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Jun 16 2026POLITICS

Worcester Bars Face Midnight Confusion Over New Drink Rules

A recent change in Worcester’s drinking laws let bars serve alcohol until 3 a. m. on the weekend of June 12‑14, but the same extension did not cover music or TV. Because entertainment licenses stayed unchanged, every venue had to shut off all screens and games at 2 a. m. The result was a confusing

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Jun 16 2026SPORTS

Wrestling Hearts: How the Body Adapts to the Ring

Elite wrestlers undergo intense training that changes their hearts in ways scientists are just beginning to understand. Researchers examined how the heart’s shape and electrical signals shift after years of grappling, paying special attention to differences between men and women. The study looked

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Jun 16 2026BUSINESS

Encantos Media Turns Latino Family Love Into a Growing Brand

Encantos Media, a studio from Culver City, has spent the last decade turning a simple idea into a full‑blown family world. Its founder, Susie Jaramillo, saw that Latino families were being left out of mainstream media. She built a brand around songs, stories and characters that felt like home for th

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Jun 16 2026SPORTS

Rob Thomson Still Roots for the Phillies After Firing

When Rob Thomson was let go by the Philadelphia Phillies in late April, most people assumed he would turn his back on the team. Instead, he says he still watches every game and cheers them on. The Phillies have turned their season around since Thomson’s departure. They went from a rough 9‑19 start

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Jun 16 2026OPINION

Hidden Wealth and Hidden Struggles in a Mountain Town

Boulder sits high on the Flatirons, its skyline a mix of modern glass towers and lush green hills. People often gather on the trails or in cafés to talk about how authoritarian ideas are spreading worldwide, pointing out that leaders use fear and blame to gain power. The conversation feels safe from

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Jun 16 2026POLITICS

Rent Caps in Washington: Short‑Term Relief, Long‑Term Questions

Washington State’s 2025 rent‑cap law was enacted to keep homes affordable for renters. It limits annual increases to 7 % plus inflation, or 10 % if that is lower, and caps manufactured‑home hikes at 5 %. New tenants are protected for the first year. The governor hailed the measure as a way to stop p

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Jun 16 2026OPINION

Police Stops in Cincinnati: A Complex Picture

Cincinnati’s latest study shows that Black residents are stopped by police much more often than White residents. The numbers spark the usual fight: some say it proves bias, others claim it ignores crime trends and officer deployment. City officials should not let the data become a partisan too

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Jun 16 2026LIFESTYLE

How to Make Real Connections Without the Fancy Filters

People often chase looks, money and status when they look for a partner. Those qualities may make someone swipe right at first, but research shows they can keep real closeness out of the picture. Scientists say that true bonding comes from how we talk to each other, not from our social media p

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