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Nov 26 2024SPORTS

Andretti and Cadillac Rev Up for F1 in 2026

Former Formula 1 champion Mario Andretti is stepping into a new role, joining the board of the hotly anticipated Cadillac F1 team. Set to debut in 2026, this new venture is a collaboration between Cadillac and Andretti Global. The team is not shying away from big plans, with aspirations to build the

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Nov 26 2024EDUCATION

Discovering Native American Heritage at HREI

Want to explore the rich history of local tribes? The Human Rights Education Institute is throwing a special event called "Native American Heritage Day"! From 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. on Tuesday, you can dive into activities, crafts, and stories that celebrate the heritage of the indigenous people. Feel

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

A Senator Turned Professor: Remembering Fred Harris

Fred Harris, a prominent figure in both politics and academia, passed away at the age of 94. Serving as a U. S. senator from Oklahoma for two terms, Harris made a significant impact on American politics. His tenure spanned from 1964 to 1973, during which he also chaired the Democratic National Commi

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Nov 23 2024CRIME

Sports Stars Warned: Protect Your Homes from Sneaky Thieves!

Imagine you're rich and famous, like an NBA or NFL superstar. You might think your homes are safe, right? Wrong! The NBA has recently warned its players about some really skilled thieves. These aren't your average burglars; they're part of organized crime rings from South America. They use high-tech

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Trump’s Chance to Revamp Education and Tackle Debt

The incoming Trump administration has a big job ahead in fixing higher education. For years, colleges have raked in tax dollars while pushing their own political views and racking up student debt. They've also become too cozy with foreign financiers, including governments that aren't friendly to the

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Nov 23 2024TECHNOLOGY

Tech Use Among Aging Asian Americans: A Closer Look

Did you know that how people use technology like smartphones, tablets, and the internet can depend on things like their age, gender, and education? But what about how their background and English skills play a role, especially for older Asian Americans? There's a model called TAM that says two thing

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Nov 22 2024HISTORY

Old Silver Coin From Pre-US Era Sets Auction Record

Imagine this: a tiny silver coin, just a bit bigger than a nickel, sold for a whopping $2. 52 million at an auction! This coin is special because it's from way back in 1652, before the United States even existed. It was found in an old cabinet in Amsterdam eight years ago, and it's been a hot topic

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Nov 22 2024EDUCATION

Chat with Stephen E. Fienberg: Unveiling the World of Statistics

Stephen E. Fienberg, a distinguished statistician, was recently interviewed as part of a special series honoring the late Professor Harry O. Posten. The chat, supported by Pfizer Global Research-Connecticut, the American Statistical Association, and the University of Connecticut-Storrs, dived into F

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Nov 22 2024CRIME

Burglaries Hit NFL Stars: Mahomes & Kelce Targeted

The Kansas City Chiefs are having a great season, with Patrick Mahomes leading the team and Travis Kelce impressing fans. But off the field, these stars recently faced a scary situation. Their homes were burglarized in early October. This news shocked the NFL, not just because of the crimes themselv

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Renting in America: Can It Be Better?

Renting might sound like a bad thing in America, but it's a different story in places like Germany and Japan. There, about half of people rent their homes. Renting has its perks too, like no big upfront payments or surprise fixes. But in America, especially in big cities, renting is tough. In Boston

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