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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Why Arkansas is fighting over the Ten Commandments in schools

In 1980, the U. S. Supreme Court made it clear: posting the Ten Commandments in public schools isn’t about education—it’s religious promotion. Kentucky learned this the hard way when its law requiring the display was struck down. Despite tweaking the wording to sound neutral, courts still ruled it u

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Mar 23 2026TECHNOLOGY

Fast‑Track Fireworks Injury Tracking in Manila

In many parts of the world, fireworks can cause a surge of injuries during big holidays. In the Philippines, doctors and hospitals have noticed more people getting hurt around New Year lately, which has pushed officials to strengthen how they watch for these injuries. The country’s regional healt

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Mar 23 2026POLITICS

Microsoft Moves Former DOJ Officials Into Key Roles

In 2020, a cloud service called GCC High was introduced into the Department of Justice after a review by external auditors and an internal audit. The product, owned by Microsoft, soon became part of the federal government’s cloud marketplace, giving the company a prominent spot and free publicity. H

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Mar 23 2026EDUCATION

Why schools forget kids need a breather

In many New York classrooms, the day is packed with lessons with no real break. After hours of sitting and concentrating, the “reward” is often a screen in the gym instead of a chance to kick a ball. Elsewhere in the U. S. , only about half of states make schools schedule daily outdoor time, so free

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Mar 22 2026HEALTH

Family help can beat sugar problems in Ethiopia

In many parts of Ethiopia, people think that type‑2 diabetes comes from bad luck or spirits. Because of these ideas, they often feel ashamed and do not follow doctors’ advice. The study looked at how families, friends, and neighbours support people who have the disease. Researchers talked to 22 peo

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Mar 22 2026SPORTS

Logan Paul’s Flag Football Face‑Off

In a quick turn of events, Logan Paul found himself in a heated exchange with Darrell “Housh” Doucette III during the opening match of the Fanatics Flag Football Classic. The clash began when Paul, after a brief run by Doucette that scored the first points for Team USA, shoved the quarterback as he

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Mar 22 2026OPINION

Coaches, Parents, and Young Athletes: A New Path for Mental Health

In Colorado, a new law called “Alyssa’s Act” is being discussed. It focuses on mental health for kids who play sports. The idea came after a family tragedy involving a young athlete named Alyssa. She loved soccer and skiing, but her life ended after several concussions. Researchers say head injuries

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Italy’s Big Vote on Judge Rules

In Italy, people went to the polls this Sunday for a very important vote. The question on the ballot is whether to change how judges and prosecutors work in the country. This issue has caused a lot of debate for years. The proposed changes would split one big court body into two separate groups. It

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Mar 22 2026HEALTH

Parents Say No to Newborn Shots: A Growing Concern

In Idaho, a pediatrician once saw half of the newborns he examined not receive the standard vitamin K injection that stops dangerous bleeding. On another day, more than a quarter were left out of the shot because their parents refused it. This pattern is spreading across the U. S. , with a 2017‑2024

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Local Schools Seek More Control Over Charter Budgets

In Charleston County, a group of school leaders wants state lawmakers to give local districts more say in how charter schools use their money. Daniel Prentice, the district’s chief finance officer, is urging representatives to add a clause that would require charter budgets to be approved by the

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