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Dec 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's Satellite Surge: A Giant Leap for Internet Access

SpaceX has made a big splash in the world of internet access. They've just sent their 3, 000th Starlink satellite into space this year. That's a lot of satellites! This mission, called Starlink 6-92, used a Falcon 9 rocket that's been to space and back 32 times. That's like a well-traveled spaceship

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Dec 10 2025EDUCATION

A Teacher's Legacy: Barbara Leszynski's Impact on Westlake Schools

Barbara Leszynski, a retired middle school science teacher, has left a lasting mark on Westlake Schools. She recently stepped down from the Westlake Board of Education after nearly 14 years of service. Her contributions were recognized and celebrated during her final meeting. Leszynski's time on th

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Dec 10 2025EDUCATION

A School Board Leader Steps Down

Erika Leonard, the head of the Jefferson City School Board, has decided to leave her position. Her resignation will take effect at the beginning of December. The school board will look over her resignation letter and talk about filling her spot at their next meeting. Leonard explained her decision

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Dec 09 2025HEALTH

A Rare Cancer's Unexpected Victory

A heavy smoker, well into their golden years, found themselves facing a fast-growing tumor in their right lower lung. Doctors were baffled. It was a rare beast, a thoracic SMARCA4-deficient undifferentiated tumor, or SMARCA4-UT for short. This type of cancer is so uncommon that even experts struggle

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Dec 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Aging Stars and Robots: A Thought-Provoking Play on Broadway

June Squibb, a 96-year-old acting legend, is back on Broadway, shining in the role of Marjorie in the play "Marjorie Prime. " She's not just any actress; she's a star who has been dazzling audiences for decades, both on stage and in films like "Thelma" and "Eleanor the Great. " Her return to Broadwa

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Dec 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Protecting Sports Content in a Digital World

The shift to internet-based systems has opened new doors for both innovation and risk in the world of sports broadcasting. As more content moves online, so do the threats. Recent data shows a spike in cyber attacks across various industries, including media and sports. This shift has made it clear t

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Dec 09 2025SPORTS

NFL Rules Spark Debate Among Fans and Bettors

The NFL game between the Denver Broncos and the Las Vegas Raiders ended in a way that left many fans and bettors scratching their heads. The Raiders, trailing by 10 points with less than a minute left, decided to keep playing instead of running out the clock. This decision affected those who had bet

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Dec 09 2025FINANCE

Taxpayer Wins Partial Refund in Pennsylvania's Keystone Opportunity Zone

In a recent decision, the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) gave a partial win to a taxpayer seeking a sales tax refund. The issue? The taxpayer had paid sales tax on items bought for use in the Keystone Opportunity Zone before getting the necessary exemption certificate. This certific

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Dec 09 2025EDUCATION

Graduate Degrees in Accounting Face Funding Hurdles

The Education Department has stirred up controversy by redefining which graduate degrees qualify as "professional" for federal student loans. Accounting degrees were notably left off the list, alongside other fields like nursing, engineering, and architecture. This decision could significantly impac

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Dec 06 2025SPORTS

Penn State's New Coach: Who Should Matt Campbell Bring Along?

Matt Campbell, the new head coach of Penn State, has a big task ahead. He needs to fill up the team quickly. Many players from the 2025 team are leaving. Some are graduating, and others might transfer. Campbell has to act fast and think outside the box. The transfer portal opens soon. Campbell migh

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