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Jan 07 2025RELIGION

The Hidden Mothers: A Fresh Look at the Prodigal Son Story

For a long time, the parable of the Prodigal Son has been mostly focused on men like the father and the sons. But what if we look at it differently? Some historians think that the original listeners might have seen two important women in the story: the mother of the Prodigal Son and the mother of th

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Saving Texas Lives: Can 988 Survive Its Funding Gap?

Texas's 988 suicide hotline is facing a rough patch. With a $7 million budget shortfall, thousands of desperate callers are giving up hope, hanging up before they even connect with a counselor. This lifeline, backed by the federal government, is struggling under the weight of Texas's growing suicide

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Jan 07 2025SCIENCE

India's Food Challenge: Counting Crops and Catching Up

After India gained independence, there was a huge worry about having enough food. Leaders realized they needed data to solve this problem. They wanted to know how much food was being produced and if it was enough for everyone. A man named P. C. Mahalanobis came up with a clever idea. He used a metho

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Jan 07 2025WEATHER

Snowstorm: A Winter Blast Across the US

In mid-January, a powerful winter storm swept across the United States, affecting regions from Kansas to New Jersey. The National Weather Service issued warnings, predicting heavy snowfall and dangerous travel conditions. States like Kansas, Nebraska, and Indiana saw their National Guards activated

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

Russia's Future: A Different Kind of Leader

What happens to Russia when Vladimir Putin steps down? Some think a new leader might emerge, one who mirrors Nikita Khrushchev's style. Unlike Putin's dream of a vast Russian empire, a Khrushchev-like figure might seek a friendlier relationship with the West. Back in the 1960s, Khrushchev welcomed f

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Jan 05 2025WEATHER

Severe Winter Storm Hits Central U. S. , Blizzard Warnings Issued

A powerful winter storm is causing havoc in the central U. S. , bringing heavy snow, ice, and plunging temperatures. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued blizzard warnings for Kansas and Missouri, where travel could be dangerous or even impossible. The storm is expected to affect states all

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Jan 05 2025WEATHER

Severe Winter Storm Hits Central US: What You Need to Know

A powerful winter storm is wreaking havoc across the central United States. Forecasters warn about heavy snow, icy roads, and strong winds, making travel incredibly dangerous. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings from Kansas to New Jersey. Blizzard-like conditions are expect

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Jan 05 2025WEATHER

A Big Chill Heads East: Winter Storm Warnings Spread

A massive winter storm is sweeping across the United States, affecting over 60 million people in 30 states. The storm is linked to a polar vortex, a cold air system usually huddled over the North Pole. This time, it's making its way south, bringing snow, ice, and severe cold to many regions. Some s

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Jan 04 2025WEATHER

Brace Yourself: A Freezing Polar Vortex Is Coming!

Get ready, folks! A powerful polar vortex is about to hit the US next week. This cold air stream usually circles the poles, but it's making its way down to North America. Meteorologists are warning of big temperature drops and lots of disruptions. Even though it was quite warm in December, things a

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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

Texas: Big Population Boom Ahead by 2030

Texas is gearing up for a significant population increase by 2030, according to a new study. The University of Virginia predicts the state will add over 3 million people, reaching a total of 32. 5 million. This puts Texas right behind Florida as the second most populous state in the U. S. Why does t

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