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Dec 04 2025SPORTS

What's Next for Bill Belichick?

Sean Payton, the head coach of the Denver Broncos, recently shared his thoughts on Bill Belichick's future. After a lackluster first season with the North Carolina Tar Heels, questions have been raised about Belichick's coaching career. The team's 4-8 record was far from impressive, and it's unclear

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Dec 04 2025OPINION

Alaska's Gas Gamble: Why a Pipeline Dream Might Not Heat Homes

Alaska's hope for a massive North Slope natural gas pipeline is more of a holiday wish than a realistic plan. Many in Southcentral Alaska are pinning their hopes on this project to lower heating and electricity costs. But the truth is, this pipeline is too expensive and too risky. The world has plen

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

New Faces and Flaws in Health and Science

The FDA is getting a new leader for its drug evaluation center. Tracy Beth Høeg is stepping into this crucial role. Meanwhile, the CDC is reviewing the hepatitis B vaccine. This is a big deal because vaccines play a huge role in public health. But not everyone is happy with the FDA's plans. A group

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Dec 04 2025EDUCATION

Boston's School Closure Plan Sparks Community Fury

Boston is facing a heated debate as the school district considers shutting down three schools. The plan has ignited strong emotions among parents, teachers, and students, who are fighting to keep these schools open. The schools at risk are The Community Academy of Science and Health, Another Course

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Dec 04 2025EDUCATION

How Schools Can Boost Grades Without More Books

Schools often spend big bucks on new programs to help kids learn better. But what if the secret to better grades isn't just more books or gadgets? What if it's about making schools healthier and safer? Think about it. Kids who are healthy and breathe clean air tend to do better in school. A big stu

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Dec 04 2025CRIME

A Former Counselor Faces Serious Charges for Alleged Abuse

A retired mental health counselor is now facing serious legal trouble. Edmund Rivers, 68, is accused of sexually assaulting five young patients over many years. These incidents reportedly happened at Hartgrove Behavioral Health Hospital in Chicago. The charges include multiple counts of criminal se

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

How Depression Can Hinder Recovery After Neck Surgery

Depression is common in people with neck problems caused by wear and tear. It can make recovery harder after surgery. This is especially true for a common neck operation called anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). Before COVID-19, studies looked at how depression affects pain and hospital

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

New Hope for MS Patients: A Closer Look at Stereotactic Radiosurgery

Trigeminal neuralgia, a condition causing intense facial pain, often hits those with multiple sclerosis (MS) the hardest. This type of pain, known as MS-TN, can be relentless and tough to treat. Among the treatments out there, stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) stands out as a promising option. It's a

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Dec 04 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mystery of Tau Protein Tangles

Brain diseases like Alzheimer's and CTE have something in common: clumps of a protein called tau. These clumps are a big deal in these diseases. Scientists have been trying to figure out how to stop these clumps from forming. One thing they've noticed is that when a specific spot on the tau protein,

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Fear Grips Minnesota's Somali Community After Trump's Harsh Words

In Minnesota, a state known for its large Somali population, people were on edge. After President Trump's recent remarks, many Somalis felt unsafe. They worried about their future in the U. S. Some even questioned if it was safe to go to work or send their kids to school. Trump's comments came duri

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