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Jan 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Baseball Film Hits Home on Netflix

"You Gotta Believe" is a sports film that's been making waves on Netflix. It tells the story of a youth baseball team, the Westside All-Stars, who dedicate their season to their coach's terminally ill dad. Actor Luke Wilson plays Bobby Ratliff, the father, while Greg Kinnear portrays the coach, Jon

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Jan 24 2025SCIENCE

The Mystery of Cartilage and Bones: Unlocking Genetic Clues

Have you ever wondered why our bones sometimes become weak, or why the cushioning between them wears out? Scientists are digging into this mystery, using clever computers to help. They're focusing on two genes, COL1A1 and TNFRSF12A, which might play big roles in these issues, like when bones lose th

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Jan 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Plex's New Tools: Public Reviews and Profiles for Media Buffs

Plex, known for its media management software, has recently rolled out public profiles and reviews for users. This update aims to enhance navigation and make the platform more user-friendly. Alongside these features, Plex Pass subscribers now have access to hardware HEVC encoding, which offers more

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Jan 24 2025BUSINESS

How a Lost USB Drive Led to a Multi-Billion Dollar Company

Ever lost important files? Drew Houston, now 41, faced this problem repeatedly as a student at MIT. He found himself constantly misplacing USB drives with crucial data. Frustrated, he decided to create a solution for himself in 2007 — a cloud storage platform. Little did he know, this personal proje

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Jan 24 2025SPORTS

Magic Johnson's New NBA Bid: A Hurdle for Shaq's Dream?

Magic Johnson, a billionaire with a strong history in sports, is stirring up the NBA world. He's eyeing the Las Vegas expansion team, joining other big names like Shaquille O'Neal and LeBron James. Johnson's impressive track record, including stakes in MLB and NFL teams, makes him a top candidate. T

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Jan 24 2025WEATHER

Electricity Comes Back Slowly After Cold Snap

As the sun rose on Wednesday, chilly air filled homes that had lost power in the capital area. DEMCO initially reported about 2, 600 customers without electricity in Livingston Parish. By mid-morning, the number dropped to zero. Entergy reported a similar situation in Ascension and East Baton Rouge

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Heart Health in Aging: Old Drugs, New Hope

Heart disease isn’t just an old-age issue. Middle-aged folks are at risk too, thanks to factors like extra weight, lack of exercise, and stress. As we hit 65, our bodies change, and we’ve been exposed to risks for longer, making heart trouble more likely. Doctors are exploring drugs originally desig

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Slimming Meds and Pregnancy: A New Approach for Obese Women

Obesity is a big health issue that affects lots of people worldwide. Traditional ways to shed pounds include changes in diet, exercise, habits, and sometimes surgery. But now, a new type of medicine called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists is changing how we handle weight loss. These meds ca

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Jan 24 2025OPINION

Lessons from Chicago's Great Fire: A Story of Rebuilding

In 1871, Chicago faced a massive fire that shook the city to its core. This wasn't just any fire; it torched over 17, 500 buildings, including major landmarks like City Hall and numerous businesses. Picture this: a tiny frontier town turned metropolis, now with a population of around 330, 000, reduc

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Jan 24 2025EDUCATION

Kids and Phones: Should Schools Ban Devices?

Imagine a school day without smartphones. Governor Hochul wants just that for students in grades K-12. She believes this can help free kids from the constant buzz of social media and the mental health pressures that come with it. But is it that simple? Smartphones can be a huge distraction in class

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