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Mar 03 2025SPORTS

March Madness in Massachusetts: High School Sports Roundup

In the world of Massachusetts high school sports, March is a month of champions and thrilling upsets. Let's dive into some of the highlights from a recent Saturday. The gymnastics scene saw Masconomet clinching their fifth state title since 2019, bouncing back from a second-place finish th

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Mar 01 2025POLITICS

Iowa's New Law: A Step Back for Trans Rights

Iowa's Republican governor has signed a controversial bill. This bill removes gender identity from the state's civil rights protections. This makes Iowa the first state to strip away civil rights from a previously protected group. The bill sailed through the Republican-controlled Senate and House, w

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Mar 01 2025SCIENCE

How Big Molecules Shape Bone Growth

Bones are made up of tiny, mineralized collagen fibers. These fibers are like the bricks that build a wall. The process of turning these fibers into bone is controlled by special proteins. But studying these proteins in a living body is tough. So, scientists used a clever trick. They used different

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Feb 28 2025POLITICS

Iowa Takes a Step Back on Trans Rights

Iowa just made history, but not in a good way. The state has become the first in the U. S. to strip away gender identity protections from its civil rights code. This move, signed into law by Governor Kim Reynolds, has sparked a lot of controversy and concern. The new law, effective from Jul

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Feb 28 2025POLITICS

Iowa's Controversial Move: Removing Gender Identity Protections

Iowa has made a bold move that has stirred up a lot of controversy. The state's lawmakers have given the green light to a bill that strips away protections for gender identity from its civil rights code. This decision came despite loud protests from those who fear it could lead to more discriminatio

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Feb 28 2025SPORTS

Curry's Unbelievable 56-Point Explosion

Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors' star player, had an incredible night. He scored an astonishing 56 points. This was a game against Orlando. Curry made 12 shots from beyond the three-point line. One of these shots was from way beyond midcourt. This shot happened just before the end of the fi

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Feb 28 2025CELEBRITIES

Michelle Trachtenberg: A Life Remembered

Michelle Trachtenberg, a beloved actress known for her roles in popular TV shows and movies, passed away recently. The exact cause of her death remains a mystery. The New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has stated that the cause and manner of her death will not be determined. This dec

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Feb 27 2025EDUCATION

Power in Numbers: Academics Unite for Change

Universities are facing some big challenges. Redundancies, market pressures, and political changes are shaking things up. So, what can academics do? Well, they can start by looking at their own work habits and seeing where they can make a difference. Academics are part of a larger group of universi

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Feb 27 2025CELEBRITIES

Remembering Michelle Trachtenberg: From Child Star to Iconic Roles

Michelle Trachtenberg, a beloved actress known for her roles in popular TV shows and movies, has passed away at the age of 39. Her journey in the entertainment industry began at a young age, and she quickly became a fan favorite. Trachtenberg's big break came with her role in the 1996 film "Harriet

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Feb 26 2025EDUCATION

Smile and Learn: How Dental Students See Their Training

Dental students have a lot to say about their hands-on training. They use comparisons and word pictures to describe what they go through. This isn't just about sharing feelings. It's about giving teachers a new way to understand and improve how they teach. Imagine you're a dental student. You're le

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