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Nov 14 2024TECHNOLOGY

Starlink's Big Week: 24 More Satellites Head to Space

This week has been a whirlwind for SpaceX, with a series of launches from Florida's Space Coast. Among these was a mission on Thursday that sent 24 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. The launch, postponed from its original time, finally blasted off at 8:21 a. m. from Cape Canaveral Space Forc

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Lessons from Trump’s Comeback: Staying in the Game

In the aftermath of President Trump’s re-election, many people are experiencing a mix of emotions, from fear and stress to triumph and relief. While these feelings are natural, there’s a crucial lesson to be learned from this outcome. Trump’s victory highlights the importance of persistence and resi

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Nov 08 2024HEALTH

Vaccine Uptake in Cameroon: 2021-2022

Between 2021 and 2022, Cameroon faced unique challenges in getting people vaccinated against COVID-19. With some of the lowest vaccination rates globally, it's crucial to understand what factors influenced people's decisions to get the vaccine. One significant factor was trust. Many Cameroonians we

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Nov 07 2024BUSINESS

Famous Leaders: How China's Celebrity CEOs Boost Innovation

You might think of celebrities as entertainers or athletes, but in China, CEOs are also becoming famous faces. A new study found that these celebrity CEOs are using their status to drive innovation in their companies. From 2015 to 2020, researchers looked at Chinese listed companies and discovered t

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Nov 06 2024SCIENCE

The Power of Initial Opinions: How Social Networks Nudge Us Together

Ever been in a chat group where everyone starts with different views? Scientists used the Deffuant model to study this on a social media-like network. They found that over time, people's opinions tend to move towards the average of their starting points. This is known as "focusing. " Just like when

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

North Carolina 2024: Voting, Results, and How to Keep Up

The 2024 General Election in North Carolina is coming up, and voters need to know what to expect. Polls will close at 7:30 PM, and anyone still in line by then can cast their vote. But how can you keep tabs on the results as they come in? There are several ways to stay informed. An interactive map

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Nov 05 2024SPORTS

Unlocking A New Era: Caitlin Clark's Influence in Women's Basketball

Ever since its launch in 1997, the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) has long been yearning for a spark to ignite mainstream interest. That spark was finally lit with the arrival of Caitlin Clark from Des Moines. Though numerous influential figures had paved the way, Carol Stiff stands

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Amazon's Big Election Night Experiment

Have you ever watched live election coverage on Amazon Prime Video? Well, get ready because it's happening! Veteran news anchor Brian Williams is leading the charge with a special called "Election Night Live. " This isn't your typical news broadcast. Williams is promising something unique, comparing

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Nov 01 2024SCIENCE

Mars' Moon Phobos: A Closer Look at an Odd Orbit

Did you know that Mars has a moon named Phobos? This little guy has a pretty weird orbit and shape, but that's not all. Scientists have found out that Phobos is getting closer to Mars over time. They think this might be because of the planet's gravity pulling it in. Isn't that cool? This discovery h

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Oct 30 2024HEALTH

Medical Bills After Childbirth: A Struggle for the Middle Class

Being middle-class and insured doesn't shield you from the shock of medical bills after childbirth. Jessica, who gave birth at Hospital Sisters Health System, faced this reality. The hospital said they can't discuss individual cases but are committed to fair billing. After NBC News contacted SIU Med

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