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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

Lost in the Haze of Higher Education: One Student's Struggle

Raymond Hubscher, a biomedical engineering student at the University of British Columbia, was all set to return to campus for his fourth year. However, his plans were derailed when he couldn't secure on-campus housing through the random selection process used for mature returning students. As a BC r

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Sep 20 2024POLITICS

A Fresh Fight for Fairness in Taxation

The debate over the state and local tax (SALT) deduction has been ongoing for years, with lawmakers and taxpayers alike arguing over its merits. Now, with the cap on SALT set to expire in 2025, the fight is heating up once again. But this time, it's not just about the tax deduction itself – it's abo

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Sep 20 2024BUSINESS

Mortgage Rates Take a Sudden Leap Down

The mortgage market is experiencing a rare bout of optimism as interest rates plummeted to their lowest level since early 2023. This unexpected development has sparked hope among potential homebuyers who have been waiting on the sidelines for the perfect moment to make a move. Freddie Mac announced

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Sep 19 2024SPORTS

The Saints March On: A Dominant Start to the Season

The New Orleans Saints, widely predicted to finish last in their division, have instead started the season with a bang. After a 47-point opener, they secured their second consecutive dominant win, this time against the Dallas Cowboys with a 44-19 victory. Quarterback Derek Carr and running back Alvi

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Sep 19 2024LIFESTYLE

Police Patrols: A Week in the Life of Reed City's Finest

In the small town of Reed City, law enforcement is always on the move. From responding to calls about misbehaving teenagers to investigating potential crimes, the Reed City Police Department is dedicated to keeping the community safe. In the past week, officers had their hands full with a variety of

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Sep 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

From Microelectronics to Medicine: Unpacking the Latest Deals and Developments

The world of business and technology is abuzz with recent announcements and developments. In the realm of microelectronics, the Northeast Microelectronics Coalition Hub has been awarded $37.8 million in federal Department of Defense funds to support projects ranging from microelectronic warfare to a

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Sep 19 2024BUSINESS

Streaming into the Future: Netflix's Engagement Strategy

The world has become glued to their screens, with people spending an astonishing 94 billion hours binge-watching their favorite shows on Netflix. This figure, announced by co-CEO Ted Sarandos, represents a 5% increase from the previous year. But what does this surge in engagement mean for the future

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Sep 19 2024POLITICS

Trump's Long Shot: A GOP Hail Mary in Suburban New York

Suburban New York, a region often overlooked in presidential campaigns, has become an unlikely battleground in the 2024 election. Donald Trump, the Republican candidate, is shifting his focus to this area, hoping to flip the script and make inroads in traditionally Democratic-strongholds. His party

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Sep 17 2024ENVIRONMENT

Turning Carbon Waste into Power: A Game-Changer for a Greener Future

Imagine a world where carbon dioxide, the main culprit behind climate change, is transformed into a clean energy source. Sounds like science fiction, right? Well, researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have made it a reality. They've developed an innovative electrochemical cell that can effi

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Sep 17 2024SPORTS

The Ultimate Guide to USC Sports in the Big Ten

Imagine being part of a sports program that's about to embark on a new adventure, joining one of the most prestigious conferences in college athletics - the Big Ten. That's exactly what's happening with the University of Southern California (USC) Trojans, and we're excited to bring you the inside sc

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