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Oct 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

A New Chapter for AI and Teens: Character. AI Changes Its Game

Character. AI is taking a big step back from letting teens chat freely with its AI. This move comes after some serious issues, like teens getting too attached to AI chatbots and even tragic events. The company is now focusing on making AI a tool for creativity rather than a friend. Teens have been

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Oct 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Young People and Chatbots: A New Restriction

Character. AI has decided to stop young people under 18 from using their chatbots. This change will start on November 25th. Before that, they will find out who the young users are and limit how much they can use the app. After the change, these young users won't be able to talk to the chatbots at al

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Oct 29 2025HEALTH

Helping Heroes Heal: What Frontline Workers Say About EMDR Therapy During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic was tough on everyone, but it was especially hard on frontline workers. These brave people, who risked their lives to help others, often faced severe emotional struggles. To tackle this, a special kind of therapy called EMDR-IGTP was introduced. This therapy aims to help people

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Oct 29 2025HEALTH

Young Doctors: Happiness, Faith, and the Balance of Life

New doctors face a tough world. Many struggle with depression. But what keeps them going? Family, faith, and their sense of purpose might be key. A recent study looked at over 700 new doctors. Most were young, around 25 years old. Many were women. A big chunk, about one in five, had felt depressed.

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Oct 29 2025CRIME

A Father's Unthinkable Act: Tragedy in North Carolina

A quiet neighborhood in Zebulon, North Carolina, was shattered by a horrifying discovery. Wellington Dickens, a 38-year-old father, allegedly took the lives of his four children. The shocking event unfolded when Dickens called 911 to confess his actions. Police arrived at his home around 10 p. m. an

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Oct 29 2025OPINION

Oregon's Hidden Weapon Against Gun Violence: Why Aren't We Using It More?

Oregon has a powerful tool to fight gun violence, but not everyone is using it. In 2017, the state passed a law that lets police or family members ask a court to temporarily stop someone from accessing guns if they're a danger to themselves or others. This is called an extreme risk protection order,

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Oct 29 2025OPINION

Keeping Maine Safe: A Smart Step Forward

Growing up in the 2010s, school shootings were a constant worry. Students often thought about how they would react if a shooter entered their classroom. This fear was not just a passing thought; it was a reality that shaped many young lives. Now, as a medical student, the focus shifts to understand

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Oct 29 2025HEALTH

Schools and Mental Health: How Tech Can Help

Schools are like a second home for many kids. They spend a lot of time there. So, it makes sense that schools can play a big role in supporting mental health. But, there's a problem. Many schools don't have enough resources to help students who are struggling. This is where technology might be able

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Oct 28 2025HEALTH

Sorting Out the Psychedelic Treatment Mix-Up

People are buzzing about psychedelics and ketamine as potential fixes for mental health struggles. Clinics are opening up left and right, but the whole scene is a bit of a mess. The big question is: what makes these treatments actually work? Different studies take different approaches. Some focus o

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Oct 28 2025OPINION

Death Penalty Revival: Does It Really Make North Carolina Safer?

North Carolina has brought back the death penalty after a 20-year break, thanks to Iryna's Law. This law came about after the sad murder of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska on the Charlotte light rail. The law has some good parts, like making mental health checks mandatory and reviewing how people are rel

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