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Dec 12 2025EDUCATION

Pennsylvania's Stipend Ruling: What Grad Students Need to Know

In a recent decision, Pennsylvania's finance board ruled that graduate stipends are not subject to state income tax. This came after a University of Pittsburgh student argued that her PhD stipend, which she relied on to cover living expenses, should not be taxed. The board agreed, stating that the s

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Dec 12 2025RELIGION

The Story Behind December 12th: Why It Matters to Many

December 12th is a big deal for many people, especially those who follow Catholicism. It's the day when Our Lady of Guadalupe is celebrated. This isn't just any religious figure; she's a powerful symbol that goes beyond the walls of churches. You might see her image on posters, T-shirts, or even in

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Dec 11 2025SCIENCE

Cancer Cells and Their Tricky Survival Tactics

Cancer cells are known for their ability to adapt and survive in tough conditions. One of the biggest challenges they face is living in an acidic environment. This acidity is a result of the tumor's own metabolism and can be harmful to the cells. However, cancer cells have found a way to use this ac

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

NASCAR and Teams Find Common Ground After Long Fight

A long legal battle between NASCAR and two racing teams, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, has finally come to an end. The dispute was about the charter system, which is like a franchise in other sports. It guarantees teams certain revenues and entry into all major races. The teams accused NAS

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise in Ukraine Talks: Trump and European Leaders Clash

A heated discussion took place recently between President Trump and key European leaders regarding Ukraine. The conversation, which involved Chancellor Friedrich Merz of Germany, President Emmanuel Macron of France, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain, reportedly included "pretty strong words

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Dec 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Charli XCX's Wild Ride: A Movie Like No Other

Charli XCX is stepping into the spotlight in a whole new way. She's not just a musician anymore. She's also the star and creator of a new movie called "The Moment. " This isn't your typical film. It's a mix of fun and satire, poking fun at the crazy world of the Brat era. In the movie, Charli finds

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

Kron Gracie's Fight Delayed: What Went Wrong?

Kron Gracie, a well-known name in the MMA world, won't be stepping into the cage this Friday. The New York State Athletic Commission didn't give him the green light to fight. This is a bummer for fans who were looking forward to seeing him face Tom Picciano at the Victory Fighting League event in Ne

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Dec 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Disney and OpenAI Team Up for AI-Powered Storytelling

Disney has just made a big move by investing $1 billion in OpenAI. This isn't just any investment. It's a deal that lets OpenAI use Disney's famous characters in its new AI video tool called Sora. For the next three years, people can use Sora to create short videos featuring over 200 characters from

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Dec 11 2025SCIENCE

Mountain Medicine: How World War I Changed First Aid

High up in the mountains, soldiers faced some serious health risks. A special first aid kit from Austria shows how medicine was changing during World War I. This kit was not just for quick fixes. It had tools to prevent infections and even clean drinking water. This was a big deal back then. The ki

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Rivian's Big Move: Custom AI Chips for Self-Driving Cars

Rivian is stepping up its game in the self-driving car race. The company just revealed it's making its own AI chips. This is a big deal because it means Rivian won't have to rely on other companies for this key technology. The new chips are tiny, just 5 nanometers, and super powerful. They can hand

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