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Dec 23 2025HEALTH

How Food Choices Affect Brain Power in Older Adults

The way people eat might be changing their brain power as they age. Scientists looked at what older adults in the U. S. eat and how it affects their memory and thinking skills. They found that eating lots of processed foods with added nutrients, instead of whole, natural foods, might make it harder

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Choosing the Right Leader for House District 88: Growth and Education at Stake

House District 88 is at a crossroads, with voters facing a crucial choice in the upcoming special election. The district, covering parts of Lexington County, including Lexington, South Congaree, Pine Ridge, and Gaston, is looking for a new representative after the resignation of former Representativ

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Dec 23 2025WEATHER

California Braces for Winter Storm Chaos

California is in for a rough ride this winter. A big storm is coming, and it's going to bring a lot of snow and rain. This is not just any storm. It's a serious one. It could cause power outages and make travel dangerous. The weather forecast is not good. There could be strong winds up to 65 mph in

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Dec 23 2025WEATHER

Winter Weather Alert: Northeast Faces Holiday Travel Challenges

The Northeast is in for a rough ride this holiday season, with winter weather ready to disrupt travel plans. Snow, rain, and ice are on the way, making things tricky for those hitting the road or taking to the skies. A big area of high pressure is setting up over the central U. S. , pushing the jet

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Dec 23 2025CRIME

Tanner Rouse: The New Face of Delaware County's Justice System

Tanner Rouse is set to take over as Delaware County's district attorney. He's no stranger to the job, having served as the first assistant since 2020. Rouse is stepping into the role after his predecessor, Jack Stollsteimer, moves on to a county judgeship. Rouse has big plans for his new role. He w

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Dec 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Crime Stories That Keep You Hooked: Top Picks for a Weekend Watch

Crime stories don't always need many seasons to be good. Sometimes, a short series can be just as exciting. These shows have a clear start, middle, and end. They are perfect for a weekend binge or a few late nights. Netflix has some great crime miniseries. They offer the same thrill as long-running

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Dec 23 2025SCIENCE

Soft Matter: Two Decades of Scientific Exploration

In the world of science, some journals stand out as pioneers. One such journal is Soft Matter. It has been around for 20 years. This is a big deal. Soft Matter focuses on materials that are neither solid nor liquid. These materials are everywhere. They are in our food, our bodies, and even in some h

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Dec 23 2025EDUCATION

University Makes Tough Cuts to Balance the Books

A university is making some big changes to its course offerings. They are saying goodbye to four degree programs. This is not a small deal. It is a big step to fix a money problem. The university has a budget gap of $4. 5 million. That is a lot of money. They need to find a way to make ends meet. T

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Dec 23 2025EDUCATION

Unlocking Reading Success: Milwaukee Schools Take a Closer Look

Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has been on a journey to improve reading skills among students. The district has been trying to use the science of reading (SOR), but it hasn't been easy. James Ferguson, a school board director, wanted to know why. He turned to Tina Owen-Moore, the district's board cl

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Dec 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

When Complaining About a Game You Pirated Backfires

A Steam user recently learned a tough lesson about pirating games. They were vocal about issues in Farthest Frontier, a medieval city-builder sim with farming and survival elements. The game, developed by Crate Entertainment, has been well-received since its October release. The user, BigBadAss33,

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