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Dec 30 2024POLITICS

Jimmy Carter's Hidden Impact on the US Judiciary

Jimmy Carter is often remembered for his presidency's challenges. But he also made a significant mark on the judicial system. He didn’t appoint a Supreme Court justice, but he did nominate Ruth Bader Ginsburg to the D. C. Circuit Court. This led to a remarkable judicial legacy. Carter grew up in rur

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Dec 30 2024SCIENCE

Growing Pains: Unusual Issues in Onion and Garlic Crops

Onions and garlic are big deals in the farming world. They're grown everywhere and face a bunch of problems, from pests to diseases. But there's another group of issues that can mess with their quality and yield: physiological disorders. These aren't caused by pests or diseases, but by things like h

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Dec 30 2024BUSINESS

A Close Call on LAX Runway: Delta Flight and Charter Jet

On December 27, plane spotters at LAX observed a worrisome moment. A Delta Air Lines flight, headed to Atlanta, nearly collided with a chartered jet carrying the Gonzaga University basketball team. The Delta flight, operating on an Airbus A321, departed five minutes late and arrived in Atlanta about

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Dec 30 2024SCIENCE

Powering Up: How Conjugated Electrolytes are Revolutionizing Bio-tech

Did you know that tiny particles called conjugated oligoelectrolytes (COEs) and conjugated polyelectrolytes (CPEs) are making big waves in science? These cool materials have special backbones with little ionic bits at the ends, making them easy to mix in water. Over the last ten years, they've becom

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Dec 30 2024SCIENCE

The Black Hole Breakthroughs of 2024

The year 2024 brought astronomers some incredible finds about black holes. One discovery was a monster black hole that eats a sun's worth of gas and dust every day. Amazingly, this massive beast is visible to us from almost the beginning of time. Imagine this: scientists found two stars dancing aro

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Dec 30 2024POLITICS

Former President Jimmy Carter: A Life of Service and Peace

At 100 years old, former President Jimmy Carter has passed away, leaving behind a legacy that spans beyond his single term in office. Carter, a Georgia native, served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981. After leaving the White House, he dedicated his life to peace and human

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Dec 30 2024SPORTS

Game Night: Falcons vs. Commanders, A Playoff Push

As Week 17 continues, "Sunday Night Football" brings us a key matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and Washington Commanders. Both teams had setbacks today, with the Eagles and Buccaneers winning their games. Let's dive into how this game affects the NFC playoff picture. A win for the Falcons could

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Dec 30 2024SPORTS

Bengals' Surprising Playoff Hopes

Saturday night was a rollercoaster for Bengals fans. Their team tied with the Broncos in the final seconds of regulation, and missed a field goal in overtime. But just when it seemed all hope was lost, Joe Burrow threw a game-winning touchdown pass to Tee Higgins. This fourth straight win brings the

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Dec 30 2024POLITICS

A Remarkable Life: Jimmy Carter, the Longest-Lived US President, Passes Away

Jimmy Carter, who served as the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981, has left a lasting impact beyond his single term in office. At the age of 100, he became the longest-lived U. S. president. His tenure was marked by both struggles and significant achievements. One of his notable

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Dec 30 2024SPORTS

Brawl at Military Bowl: A Closer Look

A wild fight broke out at the end of a college football game between East Carolina and North Carolina State. It was a close-quarters battle, with players from both teams throwing punches and shoving each other. An official even got injured, showing just how heated things got. The brawl started when

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