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Jan 10 2025POLITICS

Former President Jimmy Carter: A Life Honored by All

The nation's leaders are coming together to say goodbye to Jimmy Carter, the 39th president, in a weeklong event that culminates in a state funeral at Washington National Cathedral. All five living U. S. presidents will attend, setting aside their political differences to pay respects to a leader wh

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Jan 10 2025BUSINESS

Unions' Secret Weapon: Boosting Corporate Responsibility

You know who's a silent hero when it comes to making companies act responsibly? Unions! Over a decade-long study, researchers discovered that unions are like a secret weapon in reducing big, controversial issues related to the environment, society, and how companies are run (let's call them ESG issu

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Jan 10 2025INFRASTRUCTURE

James Island's Long-Awaited Pedestrian Project Finally Moves Forward

For years, residents of James Island have been asking for safer pedestrian routes. Now, the Charleston County Finance Committee is set to award a contract for a much-needed project. This initiative will create sidewalks and a crosswalk on Woodland Shores Road and Maybank Highway. The project, known

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Jan 10 2025POLITICS

Remembering Jimmy Carter: A Nation Pays Respect

Former presidents, celebrities, and other notable figures gathered to honor Jimmy Carter, who passed away at the age of 100. His remains were carried to the Capitol in a horse-drawn procession and placed on the Lincoln Catafalque, where he lay in state for two days. President Joe Biden declared Thur

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Jan 10 2025SPORTS

Olivia Dunne’s NIL Journey: From Peak to Unexpected Turns

Olivia Dunne, the once-shining star of college sports NIL rankings, finds herself in a surprising predicament. As of January 2025, she still holds the title of the highest-paid woman in college sports, but her rank has been slipping. Previously sitting pretty at 2nd place, she's now dropped to 6th.

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Jan 10 2025LIFESTYLE

Pool Rules: Who Decides What You Wear?

Ever thought about how your swimwear choices might be controlled? In the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, local councils have laid down the law about what you can and can't wear to public pools. Flip-flops and small swimsuits are a no-no, leaving residents scratching their heads. Why do they have

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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

Why Runners Seek Doctors Before Long Races

You'd think running is just about putting one foot in front of the other, but many runners also visit doctors before long races. A study looked into who these runners are, what doctors do for them, and how things turn out. The study found that about a third of runners in a 60, 609 person race got me

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Jan 10 2025EDUCATION

West Hartford Schools Get Tech and Furniture Upgrade Funds

Recently, the West Hartford Town Council made a significant move to support local schools. They decided to allocate $300, 000 from the town's surplus funds for important upgrades. This money will be used to boost the school system's technology infrastructure and replace old furniture. The council ap

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Jan 10 2025WEATHER

Stay Weather-Wise with New App: Weather Hi-Def Radar

these days, severe weather like storms and flash floods are ramping up. That's where a handy app like Weather Hi-Def Radar comes in. This isn't just your phone's basic weather app kicked up a notch. It's a capable tool that keeps you in the know, with a animated map showing current and future weathe

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Jan 10 2025SCIENCE

Ynamides: A Chemical Surprise

Ever heard of ynamides? These special chemicals might seem ordinary, but they're up to something fascinating! When ynamides encounter hydrogen gas or a compound known as HBpin, something amazing happens. They change! It's like they're magically transformed into a new form. Isn't that cool? You migh

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