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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Moms Switching Sides: A New Look at the 2024 Election

In the 2024 election, a surprising shift happened. Mothers, especially those in their 40s to 60s, started voting for the GOP. Why? One professor thinks it's because they want to help their sons. This professor, Scott Galloway, has been talking a lot about how young men are struggling. He believes t

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Nov 13 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin's Bumpy Ride: What's Next for the Biggest Cryptocurrency?

Bitcoin's value has taken a hit, dropping to about $103, 000 this week. This drop has sparked worries that the largest cryptocurrency might be heading into a rough patch. Morgan Stanley, a big finance company, has warned that Bitcoin is now in its "fall season, " a time they say usually brings slowe

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Nov 13 2025FINANCE

Circle's Stock: A Closer Look at Its Recent Surge and Dip

Circle, the company behind the popular stablecoin USDC, has been making waves in the financial world. Its stock has seen a wild ride since its debut on the New York Stock Exchange in June. Initially, shares skyrocketed, climbing a staggering 178% from their IPO price of $31. But then, things took a

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Nov 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Understanding How People's Thoughts Change Online

People's thoughts and ideas change over time, especially online. Math can help us understand this. One way is by using something called deterministic dynamics. This is like a recipe that shows how something changes. For example, how people's opinions change on social media. There are different ways

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Nov 13 2025HEALTH

Heart Health: A Silent Battle for the Young

Heart troubles aren't just for the elderly. Recent findings reveal that young individuals can also face sudden heart issues due to blocked arteries. This isn't just a minor concern; it's a significant health risk that often goes unnoticed. Unlike older adults, who typically have widespread artery i

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Nov 13 2025CRYPTO

Decoding Crypto: AI Puts Data Analysis in Everyone's Hands

Blockchains are open books, but reading them isn't easy. The data they hold is like a secret language, only understandable to those who know how to code. This has left most crypto users on the sidelines, watching experts do the work. But now, AI is changing the game. A new tool called Glint Analyti

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Nov 13 2025HEALTH

How Amazonian Brew May Help Fight Cocaine's Brain Damage

Ayahuasca, a plant-based drink used in spiritual ceremonies, has two main active ingredients: DMT and harmine. DMT is a psychedelic compound, while harmine helps the body absorb DMT better. Recently, scientists wanted to see if these compounds could protect brain cells from the harmful effects of co

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Nov 13 2025SPORTS

SMU's New Sports Stars: A Look at the Latest Signings

SMU is making waves in the sports world with new signings across various teams. Basketball and volleyball are just a couple of the sports where SMU is bringing in fresh talent. The school has been busy securing commitments from athletes in different sports. This is a big deal because it shows SMU i

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Nov 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Space Weather Delays Mars Mission Launch

A powerful solar storm has caused a delay in the launch of NASA's ESCAPADE mission to Mars. The mission, which was supposed to lift off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida aboard Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket, has been postponed due to concerns about the impact of the solar storm on

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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

Oregon's School Funding: Who's Right?

Oregon's lawmakers claim they've finally met the school funding targets set by the Quality Education Commission. This is the first time in 25 years they've said this. But not everyone is convinced. The commission said the state needed $13. 5 billion to fully fund schools. Lawmakers approved $11. 36

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