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Jan 01 2026LIFESTYLE

New Year's Day Through the Lens of Local News

New Year's Day has always been a big deal for local news. Over the years, newspapers have captured the spirit of the day, showing how communities celebrated and what they worried about. Let's take a look at how things have changed and stayed the same. In 1890, the Sterling Evening Gazette was all a

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Jan 01 2026CELEBRITIES

A Look at Donald F. Hunt's Remarkable Journey

Donald F. Hunt's career is a testament to dedication and innovation. He started his journey in a time when technology was rapidly evolving. His work in mass spectrometry changed how scientists study proteins. This field is crucial for understanding diseases and developing new medicines. Hunt's cont

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Jan 01 2026EDUCATION

Teachers Who Make Learning Fun: A Look at Carly Saal and Stacey Canova's Classroom

In a classroom decorated with green streamers and a festive Grinch-themed tree, first-grade teacher Carly Saal and her colleague Stacey Canova were making learning an exciting adventure for their students. The room buzzed with energy as 6- and 7-year-olds eagerly participated in Grinch Day activitie

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Jan 01 2026HEALTH

Brain Scans Show Different Patterns in Two Memory Loss Diseases

Two brain diseases, Alzheimer's and CAA, both involve a sticky protein called amyloid. But they affect the brain differently. Scientists used special scans to see these differences. They looked at 30 people with Alzheimer's and 20 with CAA. They used two types of brain scans. One scan showed where

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Jan 01 2026ENVIRONMENT

A New Era of Celebrations: Greece and Cyprus Go Quiet for New Year's

Greece and Cyprus are making a big change for New Year's Eve in 2026. Instead of loud fireworks, they are opting for quieter celebrations. This shift is all about making the festivities more enjoyable for everyone, especially kids and pets. Athens started this trend last year with "quiet" fireworks

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Jan 01 2026WEATHER

New Year's Weather Woes: Parade and Ball Drop Face Unusual Conditions

New Year's celebrations in two major U. S. cities are facing some unexpected weather challenges. The famous Rose Parade in Pasadena, California, is set to experience something it hasn't seen in 20 years: rain. This could make things a bit uncomfortable for the marching bands, float riders, and the h

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Jan 01 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrating the New Year with a Fun Twist

New Year's Eve is often associated with late-night parties, but some places decided to do things differently. On a rainy December 31, 2025, two spots in the Bay Area hosted balloon drops during the day. The Chabot Space and Science Center in Oakland and the Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos both

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Jan 01 2026HEALTH

Breaking the Cycle: How Exposure Therapy Helps with Lingering Concussion Issues

People often worry about making their symptoms worse after a concussion. This can lead to avoiding daily activities, which might actually make things harder in the long run. A recent study looked at how exposure therapy could help break this cycle. The study involved 20 people who had been dealing

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

Trump's Name Game: A Look at His Branding Moves

In Washington, D. C. , the name Trump is popping up everywhere. From buildings to warships, the president has been busy putting his stamp on things. This isn't just about real estate or golf courses anymore. It's about government programs and national institutions. Some people are not happy about t

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

Why Do We Love Chewing Gum So Much?

Chewing gum has been around for ages, and it's not just about fresh breath. It turns out, there's something about chewing that makes us feel better. Scientists have been trying to figure out why we enjoy it so much, but it's still a bit of a mystery. People have been chewing stuff for thousands of

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