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Sep 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

TikTok's Profit Puzzle: Who Really Benefits?

TikTok's future in the US is taking shape, but the details reveal a complex profit-sharing arrangement. ByteDance, the Chinese parent company, stands to gain a significant portion of the profits from TikTok's US operations, despite not owning a majority stake. This is all part of a deal that aims to

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Sep 25 2025EDUCATION

Bugs, Spiders, and Science: A Life of Discovery

Meet a science teacher who turned a childhood love for bugs into a lifelong adventure. Growing up in Caribou, Maine, she was never afraid of the creepy-crawlies that most kids avoid. Her parents encouraged her curiosity, and she never looked back. This teacher, now retired, spent years sharing her

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Sep 24 2025POLITICS

Iran and China's Oil Trade: Business as Usual?

Iran's oil minister, Mohsen Paknejad, recently stated that oil exports to China will keep flowing, even if the U. N. decides to reinstate sanctions. This comes as Iran and European nations are in talks to prevent these sanctions from happening. Iran and the E3 (France, Britain, and Germany) plus th

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Sep 23 2025SPORTS

Bruce Pearl Steps Down: A Look at the Controversial Coach's Legacy

Bruce Pearl, the former Auburn basketball coach, has retired. This move came as a surprise to many, especially after leading the Tigers to their best season ever. But why did he leave? Some people think Pearl became a polarizing figure. His strong political views, like supporting Israel and backing

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Sep 23 2025SPORTS

Briann January: From Player to Coach, a Journey of Resilience

Briann January, a familiar name in the WNBA, has transitioned from a player to a coach, bringing her wealth of experience to the Indiana Fever. Her journey has been marked by resilience, both on and off the court. As an assistant coach, she has been a pillar of support for players like Caitlin Clark

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Sep 22 2025BUSINESS

China's Steady Rates: A Calculated Move Amid Global Shifts

China's central bank, the People's Bank of China (PBOC), decided to keep its key lending rates steady for the fourth month in a row. This decision came despite the U. S. Federal Reserve's recent rate cut. The one-year loan prime rate (LPR) remained at 3. 0%, and the five-year LPR stayed at 3. 5%. T

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Sep 22 2025EDUCATION

From Classroom to Newsroom: A Teacher's Journey into Journalism

Liz Rosenberg has swapped lesson plans for news stories, bringing her teaching background to her new role as an education reporter. Her journey began in the classroom, where she taught English for years, sparking meaningful discussions about literature, history, and identity. She found that books li

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Sep 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Making Sense of the Mind's Static

Brain waves are like whispers from our minds, but they often get lost in the noise. EEG machines try to capture these whispers, but they frequently pick up static too. This static can come from bad connections, movement, or just too much background noise. Usually, scientists throw out the noisy part

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Sep 21 2025BUSINESS

China and the U. S. : A Call for Fair Play

China has spoken up about the treatment of its companies in the United States. They want a level playing field for businesses like TikTok. The Chinese government is pushing for fairness and openness. They believe that all companies, regardless of where they come from, should be treated equally. Chi

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Sep 20 2025HEALTH

Smart Tech, Smarter Health: How AI is Changing Nursing

AI is everywhere in healthcare. It's in the apps we use, the tools nurses rely on, and the systems that help doctors make decisions. But with all this tech, there are big questions to answer. How do we make sure it's fair? How do we keep it safe? And how do we make sure it helps everyone, not just a

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