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Dec 19 2024EDUCATION

New York's Top Schools: A Battle Over 'Equity' and Testing

Imagine this: some folks in New York City are trying to change how kids get into the best public high schools. They say it's about being fair, or "equity, " but it's causing a lot of worry for families. The city's Panel for Education Policy is voting on whether to keep using a special test to get in

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Dec 18 2024CRIME

Murder Charges Against UnitedHealth CEO Shooting Suspect: Too Much?

New York prosecutors are facing an uphill battle in trying to charge Luigi Mangione with first-degree murder. The 26-year-old is accused of shooting and killing UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson on December 4. The indictment includes multiple counts, including first- and second-degree murder, weap

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

NBA Fans Divided Over Inside the NBA's Critical Approach

Last week, Shaquille O'Neal made a bold statement during the NBA Cup quarterfinals, saying, "They watch us. " Charles Barkley and the crew at ESPN have often explained why fans love Inside the NBA, and fans themselves have made it clear to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver that they won't watch the NBA w

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Dec 17 2024SPORTS

The Josh Allen vs. Patrick Mahomes Debate: Who’s the Best QB?

The NFL season of 2024-25 is sparking a lively debate: who's the top quarterback? Some say it's Lamar Jackson, others root for Jared Goff, but the real showdown is between Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen. Both QBs are out to win, and Chiefs fans strongly back Mahomes while others lean towards Allen,

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

The Challenges of Treating STIs: A Look at Antimicrobial Resistance

In medicine today, a new era of uncertainty is dawning, largely due to the growing ineffectiveness of essential antibiotics. This issue is particularly prominent in the realm of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), where the rise of antimicrobial resistance is bringing urgent questions to the for

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Dec 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Boxing Movies: A Fresh Take on Sports Dramas

In a world where sports movies often follow predictable formulas, three new films are stepping into the ring with unique stories. These movies, directed by industry veterans, are giving sports dramas a new twist. "Day of the Fight" is a black-and-white film about a boxer seeking redemption. It's not

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Dec 16 2024POLITICS

Navigating Political Differences with Family at Christmas

It's tough to see eye-to-eye with family on hot topics like politics, especially at holiday gatherings. When your family voted for Trump and you're pro-choice, how do you handle it? First, remember everyone has different moral values. Liberals often prioritize care and fairness, while conservatives

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Dec 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Man Tries to Return Book After 50 Years – Library Isn’t Impressed

In a unique twist, a 63-year-old man from Chicago attempted to return a book he borrowed 50 years ago from a library in Warren, Michigan. But the library wasn't interested, as if saying, "Better late than never, but really, it's too late. " Chuck Hildebrandt, now in his 60s, had taken out a baseball

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Education Secretary's Warning: Trump's Plan Could Derail Equal Opportunities

Miguel Cardona, the outgoing U. S. Education Secretary, is raising alarms about former President Donald Trump's plan to abolish the Education Department. Cardona, who started as a fourth-grade teacher and became the first Latino education commissioner in Connecticut, believes this move could harm st

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Dec 12 2024POLITICS

What Makes Political Debates Personal: A Multimedia Perspective

Ever wondered what makes parliamentary debates feel so emotional? A new study is exploring this through a unique lens. Researchers are looking at how the mix of sounds, images, and actions in debates can sway viewer feelings. They've chosen Germany's Bundestag and Poland's Sejm to dive deep. It's no

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