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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Ohio's Education Shake-Up: Phonics vs. Old Methods

Ohio's higher education system is facing some changes. A recent state audit found that some big-name colleges, like Cleveland State, Ohio State, and Ohio University, are still teaching old-school reading methods. These methods have been proven not to work as well as the new "science of reading" appr

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Dec 17 2025HEALTH

A Baby Born in the Most Unlikely Place

In a strange turn of events, a baby named Ryu Lopez was born outside his mother's uterus. This is not something that happens often. The baby was found during surgery to remove a huge cyst from his mother's ovary. The cyst weighed over 22 pounds. It had been growing for years. The mother, Suze Lopez

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Dec 17 2025HEALTH

Flu Season Strikes Early: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe

A new flu strain is causing a surge in illnesses earlier than usual, and it's hitting hard. This year, the influenza A H3N2, specifically the K variant, is spreading quickly across the globe and in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported an 8. 1% increase in positi

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

How Voting Rules Shape Your Friend's Registration Choice

In the U. S. , more people are choosing not to align with a political party. This trend is noticeable in states like Florida and North Carolina, where many voters are unaffiliated. These states also have different rules for primary elections. Florida has closed primaries, meaning only party members

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Dec 17 2025OPINION

Smart Giving: How to Make Your Donations Count

It's that time of year again. The holiday season is here, and with it comes the urge to give back. But where should you direct your donations to make the biggest difference? Many people struggle with this question, especially when there are so many causes and charities out there. One organization t

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Dec 17 2025EDUCATION

Teachers in Moldova Plan Silent Protest for Better Pay

Teachers in Moldova are gearing up for a unique form of protest on December 16. They want better wages. The Federation of Trade Unions of Education and Science Workers of Moldova organized this event. The protest will start at 12:30 PM Moscow time. Teachers will hold up blank sheets of paper. They

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Behind the Scenes: The Sudden Shutdown of USAID

A top White House official, Susie Wiles, recently shared her shock over the quick shutdown of the U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID). She spoke about this in a conversation with Vanity Fair. Wiles, who serves as the White House chief of staff, found it alarming how billionaire Elon M

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

The Big Price Tag on Oracle's Cloud Deal

Oracle recently made headlines with a massive financial commitment. They agreed to pay a staggering $248 billion over 20 years. That's a lot of money! To put it into perspective, that amount could buy a lot of things. For example, you could purchase every piece of art in the Louvre. And still have e

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Dec 16 2025CRIME

A Husband's Dark Secrets: The Trial of Brian Walshe

Brian Walshe's life took a dark turn when he was found guilty of murdering his wife, Ana. The case, which has been in the spotlight for two years, finally reached its conclusion on Monday. The jury in Massachusetts decided that Brian was guilty of first-degree murder, despite his claims that he only

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Dec 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Disney Fun: Tokyo or USA? Let's Break It Down!

Disney parks are a blast, but they can cost a lot. So, which one is easier on your wallet? Tokyo Disney or the ones in the USA? It's not a simple answer. First, let's look at the tickets. Tokyo Disney might seem cheaper at first. Adult tickets are around $51 to $70 for one day. Kids pay even less.

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