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Jan 28 2026WEATHER

DC's Snowy Struggle: When Winter Hits Hard

DC is in a tough spot right now. Snow and ice have turned roads into slippery messes, and more snow is on the way. Weather experts are not sure how bad it will be, but they think the worst might stay out at sea. Some areas could get light snow, but places to the east might see more. Schools are clo

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Jan 28 2026SCIENCE

Time is Running Out: Humanity Faces Growing Threats

People are now closer to a global disaster than ever before. A group of scientists recently moved their "Doomsday Clock" to 85 seconds to midnight. This clock shows how close humanity is to causing its own destruction. The scientists are worried about several things. They point to the growing tensi

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Jan 28 2026LIFESTYLE

The Science Behind a Perfect Pint of Guinness

Ever wondered why a perfectly poured Guinness looks so good? It's not just luck. It's all about the science and the technique. First, you need the right glass. A clean, dry Guinness glass with the harp logo is key. This isn't just for looks. The harp helps you know when to stop pouring. Next, angle

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Jan 28 2026HEALTH

A Hidden Cyst in the Tonsil: A Rare Medical Mystery

In the world of medicine, there are some things that are very rare. One of these is a lymphoepithelial cyst in the tonsils. This is a benign growth that doesn't cause much trouble. But it can be tricky to spot. This is because it can look like other, more common issues. A 68-year-old woman had a st

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Jan 28 2026EDUCATION

School Smells and Calendar Shifts: What's Up in Stonington?

At a recent meeting, the Stonington Board of Education had a lot on their plate. They approved the school calendar for 2026-27, but that wasn't the only thing they talked about. There were some serious concerns about the West Vine Street School, especially about bad smells that have been bothering p

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Jan 28 2026HEALTH

Tobacco Ads on Instagram: A Loophole for Young Eyes

Tobacco companies are finding clever ways to bypass Instagram's rules meant to keep their ads away from young people. A recent study found that underage users could easily access tobacco-related content almost half the time. This is a big deal because Instagram is supposed to block these posts from

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Jan 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Learning from the Past: How Highguard Plans to Avoid Apex Legends' Early Mistakes

Highguard, the upcoming game from Wildlight Entertainment, is a fresh start for many developers who were part of Respawn Entertainment's Apex Legends team. About 60% of Wildlight's team, including design lead Mohammad Alavi, worked on Apex Legends. They know what went wrong at the start and are dete

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

When Words Cost a Judge Their Seat

A judge in Cook County, Illinois, lost his temporary position after his past writings stirred up controversy. James R. Brown, a retired judge, was brought back to handle traffic cases due to a shortage. However, his return was short-lived. Before his reinstatement, Brown wrote a piece for a website

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Jan 28 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Bath Restaurants Can Save Money and the Environment

Bath's restaurants are spending a lot on disposable packaging. They use about 5, 798 disposable items every month. That's a big bill, costing over $736 each month. Plus, they spend 101 hours managing these disposables. That's a lot of time and money. Switching to reusable packaging could save these

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Jan 28 2026SPORTS

From Rags to Riches: Indiana's Football Triumph and What It Teaches Us

Indiana University's football team has done something amazing. They went from being the team with the most losses to winning the national championship. This happened in just two years under coach Curt Cignetti. They even beat some of the top teams in the country. How did they do it? Let's break it d

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