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Oct 16 2024SCIENCE

A Gleaming Comet Captivates Massachusetts

Tucked away in a dark farm in Concord, Massachusetts, a group of astronomy enthusiasts gathered on Tuesday night, eagerly anticipating a rare celestial event. The elusive Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS was expected to make an appearance, with its famed long tail stretching millions of miles, making it visi

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

A Star Retires: Layshia Clarendon Reflects on WNBA Life

Layshia Clarendon ended their 12-year career in the WNBA this September, feeling it was the right time to retire. The Los Angeles Sparks star, who made history as the first openly transgender player, shared their experiences in a recent interview. They compared their decision to a good book, saying

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Oct 14 2024BUSINESS

Crypto Boom and Big Moves: What's Happening in Stocks Today?

Waking up to a bullish crypto market, stocks linked to digital currencies took off. Bitcoin hit a high of over $64,000, sparking a rise in companies like MicroStrategy and Mara Holdings, with each jumping over 5%. Coinbase wasn't left behind, climbing over 3%. Meanwhile, Flutter Entertainment, the p

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Oct 14 2024SCIENCE

Comets on Parade: Two Icy Visitors This Halloween

Imagine something so big, it wraps around the entire solar system. That's the Oort Cloud, a vast shell of icy bodies that's theoretically present but invisible to us. Astronomers suspect it exists because it explains the sudden appearances of certain comets. This October, we're getting a special tre

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Oct 14 2024POLITICS

Presidential Lawn Signs: Friend or Foe?

Imagine driving down a quiet street, you suddenly spot a massive sign in someone's yard, proudly displaying their support for a presidential candidate. Does this make you think, "Maybe I should reconsider my vote?" Probably not. Lawn signs for presidential candidates often spark more division than d

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Oct 12 2024BUSINESS

Cloudflare's Stock Gets a Thumbs Up

Cloudflare, the tech giant known for its web infrastructure and security solutions, has gotten the green light from some analysts. Matthew Hedberg from RBC Capital recently raised his rating to "Buy" and set a price target of $99 for the company's stock. This is good news for Cloudflare, whose share

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Oct 12 2024EDUCATION

Fair's Cookie Kitchen Bakes Up Scholarships for SC Students

Ever wondered how the South Carolina State Fair gives back to the community? Well, it's not just about the thrilling rides and delicious food! The Pro Kitchen Cookie Kitchen, nestled in the Rosewoods salon at the fairgrounds, is back this year with a sweet mission. They're selling warm chocolate chi

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Oct 12 2024EDUCATION

Planning for College: Start Early, Think Smart

College is a big deal, and it's never too soon to start planning for it. By the time students reach sophomore year of high school, they should be thinking about tests, applications, and how to pay for their future education. High schools usually have guidance counselors to help, but they can be bus

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Montana's Ticket-Splitters: A Senate Majority in the Balance

In the heart of Montana, a unique political dance is happening. Union carpenter Tim Combo, like many others, is planning to vote for both Democratic Senator Jon Tester and Republican former President Donald Trump. This split-ticket strategy could play a crucial role in deciding whether Democrats kee

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Oct 11 2024SCIENCE

Solar Fireworks: Auroras Light Up the Night

You might have heard about solar storms, but did you know they can paint some incredible colors in the sky? These storms send out solar flares and coronal mass ejections, which are like powerful bursts of energy from the sun. When these particles reach Earth, they interact with gases in our atmosphe

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