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Jan 02 2026FINANCE

Student Loan Forgiveness: What Changed in 2025?

As 2025 wrapped up, the student loan forgiveness landscape saw some shifts. The Department of Education restarted several programs that had been on hold. Before leaving office, former President Joe Biden's administration had already greenlit billions in loan forgiveness. This relief came through var

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Jan 02 2026WEATHER

Chilly Weekend Ahead: New Jersey Braces for Light Snow and Biting Winds

New Jersey is in for a frosty weekend, with light snow and strong winds making their presence felt. The light snow expected today is set to wrap up by mid-morning, but the cold air will stick around. Friday will see clear skies, but the wind will be a major player, with gusts ranging from 20 to 30 m

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Jan 02 2026WEATHER

Heavy Snow Alert for Madison and Oneida Counties

The National Weather Service has issued a warning for heavy lake effect snow in Madison and Oneida counties. This alert is in effect until Saturday morning at 7 a. m. Residents in these areas should be prepared for significant snowfall. Northern Madison County, including towns like Oneida, Lakeport

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Jan 02 2026SPORTS

Rainy Day Drama at the Rose Bowl

The Rose Bowl, a big football game, faced some unexpected challenges this year. Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit Pasadena, making the day of the game quite messy. Because of the bad weather, officials decided to cancel the usual pregame show on the field. This meant that the marching bands from the

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Jan 02 2026SCIENCE

How Science Shapes Our Daily Lives

Science is a big part of our everyday life. It's in the apps we use, the food we eat, and the medicine we take. But who funds all this science? The government does, through research grants. These grants help scientists explore everything from the tiniest particles to the biggest weather systems. But

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Jan 02 2026SCIENCE

The Mystery of Nothing: How Zero Became a Big Deal

Zero might seem simple, but it's a tricky concept. It's not just an empty space on a number line. Zero is a powerful tool that helps us do math, build computers, and even understand the universe. But it didn't always exist. People didn't use zero as a number until around the 7th century. Indian math

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Jan 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Ancient Silk Weaving Machine: A Hidden Tech Marvel

A long time ago, in the Western Han dynasty, a clever machine was made to weave silk. This machine, called ti hua ji, could make fancy patterns. It was found by accident in 2012. People think it might be the world's first computer. This machine is like a computer because it can follow instructions.

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Jan 02 2026HEALTH

Mind and Meds: How Antipsychotics Affect Thinking After First Mental Health Crisis

Antipsychotic drugs are often used to help people after their first mental health crisis. But how do these meds affect thinking and memory? A recent study tried to find out. The study looked at how much antipsychotics stick to dopamine D2 receptors in the brain. It also checked how strong this stic

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Jan 02 2026SCIENCE

2025: A Year of Science, Space, and Surprising Creatures

2025 was a year packed with remarkable scientific events and discoveries. One of the most talked-about events was the emergence of Brood XIV cicadas. These insects, known for their unique 17-year life cycle, captured the attention of many, especially in the Cape and southeastern parts of Massachuset

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Jan 02 2026SCIENCE

How City Trees Change Mosquito Life

In cities, leaves falling into water containers can be a mixed bag for mosquito larvae. These leaves can either help or harm the young mosquitoes, but scientists are still figuring out why. Two common city trees, Tipuana tipu and Handroanthus heptaphyllus, were studied to see how their leaves affect

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