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Apr 02 2025POLITICS

Wisconsin's Court Shakes Up: The Unexpected Victory

The Wisconsin Supreme Court saw a significant shift when Susan Crawford won a seat, keeping the liberal majority alive. This victory was a surprise to many, especially since Elon Musk had poured millions into opposing her. Crawford, a Dane County circuit judge, beat Brad Schimel, a Waukesha County c

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Apr 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Hidden Dangers of Car Platoons

In the world of connected cars, a small issue can quickly become a big problem. When cars follow each other closely, a minor conflict can escalate. This is due to the system's instability, leading to dangerous rear-end collisions. Traditional safety measures fall short. They only consider the motion

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Apr 02 2025HEALTH

Plastics in Pregnancy: A Hidden Health Risk?

Plastics have become a part of everyday life. They are in our homes, our cars, and even our food. But what happens when these tiny plastic pieces, known as microplastics, make their way into a pregnant woman's body? This is not a hypothetical question. It is a real concern that has been studied in C

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Apr 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Chrome's New Trick: Extensions on Android, But with a Catch

Google has been quietly working on a special version of Chrome for Android. This isn't your typical mobile browser. It's designed for devices that run Android but are more like PCs. Think of it as Chrome's way of adapting to the growing number of Android-powered desktops. This new Chrome version ha

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Apr 01 2025CRIME

A Young Man's Crime Shakes America

A 26 year old man is facing serious charges. Luigi Mangione is accused of a shocking crime. He allegedly shot and killed Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, outside a Manhattan hotel. This event happened on December 4th, 2024. The US attorney general has directed federal prosecutors to purs

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Apr 01 2025SPORTS

The NFL's New Overtime Twist: Fairer or Faster?

The NFL has made a significant change to its overtime rules for the regular season. Starting soon, both teams will get a chance to have the ball. This new rule is similar to what happens in the playoffs. If the game is still tied after both teams have had a turn, the next score wins. This is known a

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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Screens in Bed: Are They Messing With Your Sleep?

Students are spending a lot of time on their screens in bed. This might be a bad idea. A recent study found that more screen time in bed could lead to worse sleep. The study looked at over 45, 000 students in Norway. They found that each extra hour of screen time increased the risk of insomnia by 63

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Apr 01 2025SCIENCE

How House Finches Get Their Red Feathers

House finches are known for their vibrant red feathers. These feathers are a result of a specific pigment called 3-hydroxy-echinenone. This pigment is a type of carotenoid. Carotenoids are colorful compounds found in many plants and animals. They are responsible for the bright colors in many bir

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Apr 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Future of Digital Helpers: A Chat with Brad Kowalk

In the world of tech, digital assistants are everywhere. But are they really as helpful as they could be? That is the question Brad Kowalk from Hero Assistant is trying to answer. He sat down for a chat to discuss the issues with today's digital helpers. He also shared his thoughts on what needs

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Apr 01 2025CRIME

Home Invasion on Richard Sherman's Birthday

Richard Sherman, the former Seattle Seahawks star, faced a terrifying situation on his 37th birthday. Armed intruders broke into his home while his family was inside. This shocking event unfolded just after midnight on Sunday, as captured by Sherman's home security cameras. He shared the distressing

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