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Dec 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Priyanka Chopra Jonas: From Bollywood to Hollywood and Beyond

Priyanka Chopra Jonas has come a long way since her Bollywood debut. She's now making waves in Hollywood and has some exciting projects lined up. Recently, she hired veteran producer Anne Carey as the president of her production company, Purple Pebble Pictures. This move was made just before she att

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Dec 15 2024SCIENCE

How Domestication Shapes Durum Wheat's Competitive Edge

Let's chat about how breeding durum wheat has changed its ability to compete. Scientists wanted to know if domesticated wheat could keep up when surrounded by other plants. They grew 39 different types of durum wheat, from wild plants to modern high-tech varieties, in pots both alone and with a neig

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Dec 14 2024FINANCE

Bank of America’s Delayed Alert on Epstein Payments Raises Questions

In 2020, Bank of America informed financial regulators about suspicious payments made by billionaire Leon Black to Jeffrey Epstein, the late accused financier. The bank filed two reports, known as “suspicious activity reports” (SARs), with law enforcement. These reports are meant to flag potential c

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Screening Social Anxiety with AI Pictures

Social anxiety disorder (SAD) affects many people. It makes them very scared of social situations. Doctors need to detect SAD early to help people sooner. But this is hard because those with SAD avoid social settings. Also, questionnaires used now have problems like personal opinions influencing res

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Dec 14 2024CELEBRITIES

Jordan Chiles: From Dreams to Reality in SI Swimsuit

Just over two years ago, Jordan Chiles was on a beach with friends, playing around and imagining a Sports Illustrated photoshoot. Fast forward, she's now living her dream as a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit athlete. The accomplishment came after winning gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but also facing

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Senator Ernst's Conflict Over Trump's Cabinet Pick

Senator Joni Ernst from Iowa is worried that she might have a tough time in the upcoming 2026 re-election. Why? Because of the conflicts around President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth. Ernst is feeling the heat from Republican activists who want her to back Trump's

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Dec 13 2024TECHNOLOGY

Drones in New Jersey: What We Know So Far

Picatinny Arsenal, a military base in New Jersey, has been quietly developing drones to combat weapons of mass destruction (WMDs). The US Army awarded a company a $50 million contract in 2018 to create these drones. They can map urban areas and keep an eye out for potential WMD threats. But don't wo

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Dec 13 2024SPORTS

Week 15 NFL Picks: Florio vs. Simms Showdown

Last week wasn't bad, but it could have been better. Florio and Simms both had a good run, with Florio at 9-4 and Simms at 8-5 straight up. When it came to spreads, they tied at 6-6-1. For the season, Florio leads with 143-65 straight up, and Simms is close behind at 139-69. Against the spread, Flor

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Dec 13 2024SPORTS

Noah Lyles: Overcoming Fear and Depression on the Track

Noah Lyles is known for his vibrant personality and speed on the track. But behind the scenes, he's faced challenges you wouldn't expect. Before the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, Lyles was dealing with depression. It got so bad that he almost quit the sport. Imagine the fastest man in the world considerin

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Dec 10 2024HEALTH

Slimmer Wallets, Healthier Bodies: How Weight Loss Drugs Could Save Us Money

Did you know that shedding a few pounds might also lighten your healthcare bills? Researchers found that people who lost just 5% of their body weight spent less on healthcare. This is big news for new weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. These meds can help people lose weight, which could mean

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