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Nov 08 2024POLITICS

Special Counsel Jack Smith: Trump Case on Hold Until December

Jack Smith, the special counsel investigating Donald Trump, told a federal judge that he might have a decision by December 2 on how to handle Trump's criminal case. This comes as Trump is set to become president again. Smith asked the judge to remove upcoming deadlines so he can think about the best

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Nov 08 2024POLITICS

Jimmy Kimmel’s Tearful Take on Trump’s Win: A Night of Loss for Many

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel struggled to hold back tears as he discussed Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential election victory during his show. Kimmel, a Democrat, listed several groups he believed would be negatively impacted by Trump’s second term. He mentioned women, children, immigrants, healthcare

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Nov 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Blaze in Ventura County Sends Families Fleeing

Early last week, a fierce wildfire, dubbed the Mountain Fire, erupted in California’s Ventura County. Overnight, it swept through thousands of acres, leaving behind a trail of destruction. Terrie Morin, a local resident, was enjoying a quiet morning with her husband when they heard whispers of the f

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Nov 08 2024POLITICS

The Court's Future: Trump's Impact on the Bench

President Trump's judicial shakeup is far from over, with the potential to appoint a majority of Supreme Court justices—something not seen since the days of FDR. In his first term, he's already chosen three conservative justices. With two more, he could cement a rightward shift. The Senate, controll

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Nov 08 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Jeopardy! Makes a Move with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce

Ever wondered what "Jeopardy! " thinks about famous romances? Recently, the game show took a playful jab at Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. In an episode, "Jeopardy! " hinted that Kelce is more famous for dating pop star Taylor Swift than his own sporting achievements. A contestant quickl

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Nov 08 2024SCIENCE

How China Uses Bernal's Ideas to Study Science

John Desmond Bernal, a key figure in molecular biology, is also known as the pioneer of the Science of Science. His book, The Social Function of Science, set the groundwork for this field. Four main ideas from Bernal’s work include considering the socio-historical context, using theoretical models,

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Nov 08 2024HEALTH

Mental Scars: Unraveling Childhood Trauma's Effects on Adult Depression

Ever wonder how past traumas shape our brains? New research is digging into this question. It turns out, childhood trauma can make people more likely to struggle with major depression later in life. But not all traumas affect the brain in the same way. Some types of childhood trauma might mess with

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Nov 08 2024HEALTH

A Century of Skin Care: Celebrating Brazilian Dermatology

In the sunny month of January 1925, the Annaes Brasileiros de Dermatologia e Syphilografia was born. A hundred years later, it's now known as Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia (ABD). Back then, a few smart pioneers likely couldn't imagine how strong the Brazilian Society of Dermatology would become.

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Nov 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Johns Island's Green Future: A Vote on Parks and Farms

Last Thursday, Charleston County's finance committee gathered to decide on 18 greenbelt projects. These projects are funded by the county's transportation sales tax. All but one project got the green light. The exception was a $1. 6 million plan for 40 acres on Johns Island's Main Road. The Lowcount

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Nov 08 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Can an AI Make You Laugh in Japan?

Scientists in Japan put their robot friend to the test by teaching it rakugo, a classic form of Japanese comedy. Comparing the AI's jokes to a human performer, they found that while the AI wasn't bad, it still had a way to go. The tricky thing about humor is that it needs a good grasp of context, pe

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