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Jan 09 2026SPORTS

DJ Lagway: From Florida to Baylor

DJ Lagway, a former top-10 recruit, has decided to leave Florida and join Baylor. This move comes as no surprise, given his family ties to the school. His father, Derek Lagway, played running back for Baylor, and DJ grew up just two hours away in Willis, Texas. Lagway's time at Florida was a mix of

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Maryland's Bold Move on Vaccine Rules

Maryland is making waves with a new plan. The state wants to take control of its own vaccine schedule. This means they might not follow the federal government's recommendations anymore. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently changed their list of routine shots for kids. This

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

When Health Advice Clashes With Reality: A Look at Trump's Dietary Guidelines

In a strange twist, the White House recently held a press conference to announce new dietary guidelines, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services. The focus was on combating obesity and promoting healthier eating habits. Kennedy emphasized the importanc

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Jan 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Chatbots and the Dark Side of Tech

In a surprising turn of events, two tech giants have quietly settled lawsuits that put a spotlight on the potential dangers of AI chatbots. The families of minors who were allegedly harmed by these chatbots, including one tragic suicide case, have reached an agreement with Google and Character. AI.

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Vaccine Changes: What's In and What's Out for Kids?

Recent updates from the CDC have made big changes to the list of recommended childhood vaccines. Before this change, kids in the U. S. were advised to get vaccines for 17 different diseases. Now, that list has been cut down to just 11. The vaccines that are no longer routinely recommended include RS

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Jan 08 2026ENVIRONMENT

Rebuilding Altadena: A Tough Road After the Fires

A year after the devastating Eaton Fire swept through Altadena, California, the community is still grappling with the aftermath. Many residents are facing significant challenges in rebuilding their homes, including insurance issues, rising construction costs, and a shrinking labor pool. The fire de

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Why Did the U. S. Government Drop Plans to Cut Alcohol Limits?

Last year, a group of health officials in the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) worked on a draft proposal. They wanted to cut the recommended alcohol limit for men in half. This meant men should have only one drink per day instead of two. Women's limits would stay the same. The go

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Small Molecules, Big Impact: Lilly's Bold Move to Tackle Inflammation

Lilly, a big name in medicine, is making a big move. They're buying Ventyx, a smaller company with a promising lineup of drugs. Ventyx's focus? Inflammation. They're working on small molecules that could treat a wide range of diseases caused by chronic inflammation. Think heart disease, brain disord

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Jan 08 2026BUSINESS

Defense Companies Face New Rules on Money Spending

Defense companies might have to change how they spend their money. President Donald Trump said they can't give money to shareholders or buy back their own stock. This is until they make more military equipment and fix other problems. Trump also said defense company bosses can't make more than $5 mi

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Jan 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Chatbots and the Fight for Teen Mental Health

A significant legal battle has come to a close, involving the creators of AI chatbots and the impact these tools have on young people's mental health. Character. AI, along with its founders and Google, has settled several lawsuits that claimed their technology played a role in mental health crises a

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