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Dec 11 2025SCIENCE

Guessing the Future and the Past: How Our Brains Handle Predictions

Our brains are always trying to guess what will happen next. This is called forward prediction. It helps us learn and understand the world around us. We use past and current experiences to make these guesses. When what we expect doesn't match what actually happens, we adjust our predictions. This he

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Dec 11 2025EDUCATION

A Look at December 10: Events and Birthdays

December 10 has seen many important events. In 2007, Al Gore, the former Vice President, received the Nobel Peace Prize. He used this moment to speak about climate change. Gore emphasized the need to address human impact on the environment. This was a big deal because it brought global attention to

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

Stephon Castle: A Rising Star's Journey from Georgia to the NBA

Stephon Castle, the NBA's Rookie of the Year, has quickly become a standout player for the San Antonio Spurs. At just 21 years old, he's already making waves with his impressive scoring and shooting skills. His partnership with teammate Viktor Wembanyama has brought a new energy to the Spurs, and he

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Whooping Cough on the Rise: Why Oregon's Vaccination Rates Matter

Oregon is facing a serious health issue. The state has seen more cases of whooping cough this year than ever before. This is a big problem because whooping cough can be very dangerous, especially for babies. Health experts say that fewer people are getting vaccinated, and this is making the situatio

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tech Giants Clash Over Kids' Online Safety Laws

In a recent move, Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, engaged in discussions with U. S. House members to voice concerns about a proposed bill aimed at enhancing child online safety. The bill, known as the App Store Accountability Act, seeks to prevent minors from accessing harmful online content. However, Apple

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Alaska's Senator: Time to Talk or Step Aside?

Alaska's senators have always been known for their openness. They've made it a point to hear out their constituents. But lately, Sen. Dan Sullivan seems to have forgotten this important part of his job. Recently, Sullivan spoke at an Anchorage Chamber of Commerce event. He talked about a budget bil

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Pleasantville Takes Legal Action Over Disputed Payment

Pleasantville is taking legal action against a former administrator. The town claims the administrator received an unjustified payout of $84, 000. This is a significant amount of money for a small town. The dispute centers around the terms of the administrator's departure. The town argues that the

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Andrew Cardno: The Tech Genius Behind Gaming and Hospitality

Andrew Cardno, the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI), has been recognized as one of San Diego's most influential people for 2025. This honor highlights his significant contributions to technology, particularly in AI, data science, and enterprise intelligence.

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Dec 11 2025EDUCATION

Coding and Pasta: A Fun Way to Learn Tech Skills

A new children's book is aiming to make coding fun and accessible. The book, called "Spaghetti Code, " is written by Karlie Kloss and Vicki Fang. It tells the story of a girl named Kelly Kent who loves spaghetti and coding. In the book, Kelly helps a chef build a pasta-making machine using code. But

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

A New Face in Georgia Politics: Democrat Takes Over Republican Stronghold

In a surprising turn of events, a Democrat has claimed victory in a district that has long been a Republican stronghold. The winner, a 49-year-old businessman, managed to pull ahead by a narrow margin of about 200 votes. This victory is part of a broader trend where Democrats are making significant

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