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Nov 01 2024TECHNOLOGY

Voyager 1: A 1981 Radio to the Rescue!

Did you know that the Voyager 1 spacecraft is now communicating with Earth using a radio transmitter that hasn't been used since 1981? NASA finds itself in a bit of a pickle, as the probe's primary radio transmitter has suddenly stopped working. This isn't the first hiccup for Voyager 1. Last year,

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Chicago School Board President Steps Down After Social Media Posts

In a surprising turn of events, Chicago’s Board of Education president, Rev. Mitchell Ikenna Johnson, has resigned just seven days after being sworn in. This comes after major backlash over some of his social media posts, which were deemed offensive, anti-Semitic, and misogynistic. The mayor, Brando

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Oct 31 2024SPORTS

Yankees' Game 5 Blunders: A Lesson in Miscommunication

In the fifth inning of Game 5, the Yankees' World Series dreams began to crumble. A simple ground ball grew into chaos due to a miscommunication between pitcher Gerrit Cole and first baseman Anthony Rizzo. The Yankees, leading by five runs, seemed unstoppable. Suddenly, they were faltering. A few er

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

School Board Mailers Get Ugly in Chicago

Lately, Chicagoans have been finding some strange mailers on their doorsteps. These aren't your usual flyers; they're ads for the upcoming school board election. With 31 candidates vying for 10 seats, the race is heating up. Both the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and groups supporting charter schools

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Cyprus President Meets Biden: Talks on Gaza & Reunification

President Nikos Christodoulides of Cyprus paid a visit to the White House to meet with President Joe Biden. Their discussions covered a range of important topics. They talked about supporting Ukraine against Russia's actions, sending aid to Gaza, and improving energy security. President Biden recall

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Pennsylvania Court: Ballot Date Rule is Unfair

In a surprising turn of events, a Pennsylvania appeals court has spoken up about a controversial rule. This rule says that people who vote by mail must write the date on their ballot envelope. The court said this rule goes against the state's Constitution. They think it's unfair because it leads to

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Oct 31 2024MILITARY

Six Unique Aircraft of the U. S. Air Force: A Closer Look

Let's take a peek at six special aircraft in the U. S. Air Force. These planes aren't your regular jets; they have unique jobs. The MC-12W Liberty started service in 2009. It's a low-altitude plane that helps soldiers on the ground. It's like a spy camera in the sky, sending important information to

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Oct 30 2024EDUCATION

Boosting Malaysia's Digital Future: TM One & MOE Team Up

You might wonder, what's the big deal about digital skills? Well, TM One and the Ministry of Education (MOE) think it's super important. They've joined forces to give students and teachers in vocational colleges and secondary schools a digital makeover. This isn't your average tech class; we're talk

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Oct 30 2024BUSINESS

A Dallas Developer's Vision for a Downtown Tech and Education Hub

Imagine a bustling downtown Dallas filled with state-of-the-art apartments, trendy shops, and a top-notch school. That's the dream of Mike Hoque, a local developer who's just bought a troubled city-owned property. This plot at 711 S. Saint Paul St. has been a headache for years, with vandalism and s

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Oct 30 2024EDUCATION

FAFSA's Phased Rollout Still On Schedule

The new Free Application for Federal Student Aid is being tested in stages before its full launch. The U. S. Department of Education says it's on track for the upcoming academic year. So far, some students have been using the 2025-26 FAFSA in beta tests that started in October. It will be available

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