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Nov 23 2025HEALTH

Play Yards Pulled from Amazon: What You Need to Know

Amazon has taken a step back from selling Anna Queen play yards. Why? Because they might be dangerous for babies. The U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has flagged these play yards. They say the design could lead to suffocation or entrapment. This is a big deal because safety comes first when it comes to kids. About 70 of these play yards were sold online. Th...

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Oregon Ducks Soar Past USC with Strong Performance

The Oregon Ducks made a big statement on Saturday. They beat the USC Trojans 42-27 at Autzen Stadium. This win was the Ducks' 10th of the season. They are now 10-1 overall and 7-1 in the Big Ten. The Ducks are really close to making it to the College Football Playoff. Dan Lanning, the head coach of the Ducks, talked to the media after the game. He had a lot to say a...

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Nov 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Beat Goes On: Remembering Jellybean Johnson

Jellybean Johnson, a key figure in the Minneapolis music scene, has passed away at the age of 69. His death was confirmed by his longtime friend and bandmate, Morris Day. The cause of death has not been revealed. Johnson was more than just a musician; he was a driving force behind the Minneapolis Sound. He was the original drummer for the Time, a band that blended f...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Mixed Feelings in North Carolina: Border Patrol Stirs Debate

North Carolina is feeling the heat from a recent Border Patrol operation. The agents' focus on Charlotte, with brief stops in Raleigh and Durham, has sparked a mix of reactions. People are divided. Some folks, like Ami-Luise Badger, an independent who usually sides with Democrats, are not happy. They stood outside a Home Depot in Charlotte, protesting the agents. Sh...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

New York's Mayor-Elect Plays Nice with Trump, Locals React

New Yorkers are known for their skepticism, so when Zohran Mamdani, the city's new mayor-elect, had a surprisingly friendly chat with President Donald Trump, people took notice but kept their expectations in check. Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, won big in the recent election, taking every borough except Staten Island. His victory speech was all about ...

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

USC and Oregon: A Tight Game with Big Stakes

USC and Oregon are locked in a tough game, with both teams showing their strengths and weaknesses. USC's offense is doing well, but their defense and special teams are struggling. They need a big play to turn the game around. Oregon, on the other hand, is putting pressure on USC with their strong running game and smart plays. The first half ended with Oregon leading...

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Nov 23 2025SCIENCE

How AI is making it easier to spot unknown chemicals in our bodies

Ever wondered how scientists figure out what's in our bodies? It's not as easy as it sounds. They often use a method called metabolomics. This involves looking at tiny amounts of chemicals, or metabolites, in our cells. The problem is, there are lots of unknown metabolites out there. And without a reference, it's hard to identify them. But now, there's a new tool ca...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Texas's Redistricting Map: A Supreme Court Interruption

The Supreme Court recently stepped in, halting a lower court's decision that suggested Texas's new congressional map might be racially biased. This temporary block, signed by Justice Samuel Alito, will stay in effect for a few days while the court decides if the Republican-friendly map can be used in the upcoming midterm elections. The conservative-leaning Supreme C...

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Auston Matthews' Injury: How It's Shaking Up the Maple Leafs

Auston Matthews, the Toronto Maple Leafs' captain, is currently sidelined with a lower-body injury. This injury occurred during a recent game against the Boston Bruins, following a hit from Nikita Zadorov. Despite initial reports suggesting this injury is unrelated to past issues, medical expert Dr. Harjas Grewal has indicated that Matthews is not likely to return to...

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Nov 23 2025CRIME

The Text That Stole a Fortune: A Cautionary Tale

In Clinton County, Iowa, a man named Boston found himself in a nightmare after a simple text message. It all started with a message that seemed harmless: "Hello Mark, I've been expecting your call. " Boston, thinking it was a wrong number, replied politely. Little did he know, this was the beginning of a sophisticated scam. The sender, who called herself Julie, quic...

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