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Aug 08 2025HEALTH

How College Students with Substance Use History Live Their Lives

College life is already tough, but what if you're dealing with a substance use history? This is a reality for many students, and their quality of life can vary greatly depending on whether they're in recovery or not. While there's plenty of research on quality of life for people with chronic health

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Aug 08 2025LIFESTYLE

Romance, Wine, and Community: The Story of Pages & Grapes

Pages & Grapes in Wyoming, Michigan, is more than just a bookstore; it's a cozy spot where book lovers and wine enthusiasts come together. The idea for this unique store was born in a college classroom. Heather Wejroch, one of the co-owners, was working on a business plan for a class project. She de

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Aug 08 2025CRYPTO

A Crypto Developer's Partial Victory: What Roman Storm's Case Means for Privacy Tools

In a landmark case, Roman Storm, the co-founder of Tornado Cash, faced a mixed verdict. The jury found him guilty of running an unlicensed money-transmitting business but couldn't agree on more serious charges like money laundering and violating sanctions. This split decision is significant. It show

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Aug 07 2025LIFESTYLE

Finding Home: Migrants Reflect on a Decade in Europe

A decade ago, Europe saw a massive influx of migrants seeking refuge from conflict and poverty. Many found new homes in countries like Italy, Germany, and Belgium, but the journey to truly belong is far from over. Four migrants share their stories of struggle, adaptation, and the ongoing search for

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Aug 07 2025POLITICS

Ghana Mourns as Helicopter Tragedy Strikes

In a shocking turn of events, Ghana is grappling with a national tragedy after a military helicopter went down in the Ashanti region. The crash claimed the lives of eight people, including two high-ranking government officials. The helicopter, a Z9 model, was on its way from Accra to Obuasi when it

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Aug 06 2025HEALTH

How Exercise and Sitting Time Affect Men's Sperm Health

Ever wondered if your daily habits impact your sperm quality? A recent study looked into this, focusing on healthy Japanese men. The research team wanted to see if physical activity and sitting time had any effect on sperm DNA fragmentation index (DFI) and other standard semen parameters. First, le

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Aug 05 2025EDUCATION

Student Voices Join the School Board

In a move to include student perspectives, Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 welcomed two new student members to its Board of Education. Franki Jacobo, a sophomore, and Trajhor Allen, a senior, were sworn in during a recent meeting. Their inclusion marks a significant step towards giving st

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Aug 05 2025EDUCATION

How Kids Make Choices: A New Way to Understand Their Thinking

Ever wondered how kids figure out when to make a decision? It turns out, they have a kind of mental rule that helps them decide when they're sure enough to act. This rule is like a personal threshold, and it changes how they think about things. If the threshold is too low, kids might jump to conclus

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Aug 03 2025HEALTH

How Beliefs and Past Experiences Shape Vaccine Acceptance

People's thoughts about vaccines and their past experiences with them can greatly influence how they feel about new vaccines. A recent study looked at how beliefs in vaccine conspiracies affect the willingness to get the dengue vaccine, especially considering the side effects people had from the COV

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Aug 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The End of an Era: How And Just Like That. . . Lost Its Way

The recent announcement of the cancellation of "And Just Like That. . . " marks the end of a once-beloved franchise. The show, a reboot of the iconic "Sex and the City, " has been struggling to find its footing since its debut in 2021. The final season, which has just aired, has been met with mixed

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