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Sep 06 2024SPORTS

Rutgers Gymnastics: A Toxic Culture Exposed

The Rutgers gymnastics program has been rocked by bombshell allegations of mistreatment and abuse. Former gymnasts are speaking out about a culture that prioritized winning at all costs, even if it meant sacrificing the athletes' mental health and well-being. What if this is just the tip of the ice

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Sep 06 2024ENVIRONMENT

Pollution's Tightrope Walk: Biden Reverses Trump, But Is It Enough?

The Biden administration is walking a tightrope on air pollution. They've partially revived stricter rules for some polluting facilities, but left others with the looser standards set by the Trump era. This move reignited the debate: are these updated regulations enough to protect our health and env

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

TV Tech Awards: A Closer Look at This Year's Innovations & Controversies

The TV Academy recently announced the winners of the 76th Engineering, Science & Technology Emmy Awards. Let's take a closer look at these groundbreaking achievements and ponder some thought-provoking questions along the way. First up is Jensen Huang receiving the Charles F. Jenkins Lifetime Achiev

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

When Tradition Meets Technology: A Weave of Wonders

Imagine stumbling upon a piece of art that seamlessly blends the ancient traditions of Navajo weaving with the cutting-edge innovation of Intel's Pentium processor. That's exactly what happened when computer historian Ken Shirriff discovered a stunning Navajo rug at the National Gallery of Art, feat

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Curiosity Stream: Is This the Discovery Channel We Crave?

Curiosity Stream promises to be a haven for science, technology, history, and nature documentaries. Launched by the founder of Discovery Channel, it boasts an extensive library featuring renowned experts like David Attenborough, Michio Kaku, Brian Greene, and Emmy Award-winning series 'Stephen Hawk

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Sep 06 2024HEALTH

Is This BKFC Champ Trading Brawn for Brains? Christine Ferea's Fight for Long-Term Health

Christine Ferea, the BKFC flyweight champion, never expected a brain health study to change her fighting career. Initially, she joined a decade-long program at the Cleveland Clinic simply for the extra cash. But what she discovered through yearly brain scans, cognitive tests, and balance assessment

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Sep 06 2024BUSINESS

Is This the Key to SMB Shipping Efficiency? Portex Takes on the Freight Management Challenge

Portex, a new freight management platform, has snagged $6.25 million in seed funding to help small and midsize businesses (SMBs) navigate the complex world of shipping. Founded by Brittany Ennix, a former Flexport associate, Portex aims to simplify the process by integrating with existing workflows

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Tecno's AI Push: Affordable Phones Get Smart (But is it Enough? )

Tecno is making waves at IFA 2024 with a slew of AI-powered features coming to its smartphones. The company, known for blending innovation with affordability, is clearly aiming to compete in the AI race. But are these features just gimmicks, or will they truly revolutionize the user experience? Here

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Sep 06 2024ENVIRONMENT

Protecting Our Water: Post Falls Takes Charge of Aquifer Safety

Post Falls is taking a proactive approach to safeguarding its drinking water supply by formalizing an agreement with Panhandle Health District to manage the Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer. This aquifer, which covers a vast area from Lake Pend Oreille down to Coeur d'Alene and Post Falls, i

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Sep 06 2024HEALTH

Thundermist Health Center: Financial Crisis or Shifting Tides?

Rhode Island's beloved Thundermist Health Center, known for serving over 60,000 patients across its West Warwick, Woonsocket, and South County locations, is navigating a turbulent financial sea. The board recently made a significant decision: terminating the contract of Jeanne LaChance, the organi

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