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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Checking Out Kids' Teeth: A Closer Look at Tooth Wear

Ever wondered how much your teeth wear out? Scientists decided to take a peek at kids' and teens' teeth to find out. They used two different methods: one that just looked at the teeth (qualitative), and another that measured the teeth with digital models (quantitative). The idea was that the measuri

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Jan 02 2025WEATHER

Icy Blast Ahead: US Braces for Extreme Cold

Get ready, folks! Mother Nature is dishing out a massive dose of Arctic air, and it's heading straight for the eastern two-thirds of the United States. This isn't your average winter cold; we're talking dangerously low temperatures that will affect over 70% of the country's population. The cold spel

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Jan 02 2025WEATHER

Florida's Volcano Bay Shuts Down: Unusual Cold Snap to Blame

You might be surprised to hear this, but Volcano Bay, a popular water park at Universal Orlando Resort, is taking a break. Why? The weather isn't cooperating. On January 2nd and 3rd, the park will be closed due to chilly temperatures. It's not the first time this has happened. During the fall, the p

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Jan 01 2025CELEBRITIES

The Catwoman Jocelyn Wildenstein: A Life Redefined

Meet Jocelyn Wildenstein, once a renowned socialite who earned the nickname "The Catwoman. " Sadly, she's no longer with us, having passed away at the age of 84 in Paris. Her partner, Lloyd Klein, confirmed that her death was due to a pulmonary embolism, a type of blood clot that blocks the lung's a

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Jan 01 2025HEALTH

Why Millions of Kids Lost Their Health Insurance

When the Covid public health emergency ended, the U. S. government required states to re-evaluate Medicaid eligibility. This led to a massive shake-up, with over 25 million people losing coverage. Many kids, like Isabella Quintana, were dropped due to paperwork issues. Isabella's family had to pay $

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Jan 01 2025CRIME

Suspect Caught in South Carolina After a Year-Long Hunt

In the quiet town of Lexington, South Carolina, a disturbing incident took place. A young man, named Daniel Peter Ferguson, from Hiddenite, North Carolina, was finally caught and brought to justice. The trouble started when a child, under the age of 11, reported that Ferguson had assaulted them. Thi

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Jan 01 2025WEATHER

Get Ready for a Chilly Start to 2025

As we kick off 2025, the weather is taking a cooler turn. High pressure is moving in, bringing dry and breezy conditions. Expect temperatures to peak in the mid-to-upper 50s today, but don't get too comfortable—it's going to get colder. Overnight, temperatures will drop to the upper 20s to lower 30s

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Jan 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Justin Baldoni's Lawsuit Against NY Times Over Blake Lively Story

Justin Baldoni, known for his role in the film "It Ends With Us, " has filed a $250 million lawsuit against The New York Times. The lawsuit comes after a story published by the Times, which claimed Baldoni repeatedly entered actress Blake Lively's trailer uninvited while she was undressed. Baldoni a

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Jan 01 2025WEATHER

Brace Yourself, Southeast Texas: The Polar Vortex is Coming!

Are you ready for a chill, Southeast Texas? A polar vortex is on its way, and it might just bring some cool changes to your neighborhood. But what is a polar vortex, you ask? Well, imagine a huge, cold bubble of air that normally hangs out over the Arctic. It's like a security guard keeping the free

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Jan 01 2025SPORTS

Hockey's Frozen Magic at Wrigley: A Winter Classic Adventure

The magic of the Winter Classic is about to take center stage at America's second-oldest ballpark, Wrigley Field. The Chicago Blackhawks and the St. Louis Blues will face off in the great outdoors, a rare treat that brings both players and fans back to the roots of hockey. For many players, like Nic

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