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May 24 2025HEALTH

How different ways of using cannabis change its effects

The way cannabis is used can greatly affect how much THC ends up in the bloodstream and how it makes users feel. With more people trying out new methods like dabbing and vaping, it's important to understand these impacts. Most studies so far have been done in labs with low-potency cannabis, which do

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May 24 2025CRIME

San Diego Plane Crash: Fog, Tech Issues, and Unanswered Questions

A small plane crash in San Diego has left six people dead. The incident happened near Montgomery Field Airport. The plane hit power lines and crashed into homes in the Murphy Canyon neighborhood. This area is about two miles from the airport. The plane was a Cessna 550. It was heading for the airpor

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May 24 2025SPORTS

NBA Finals Fever: Knicks vs. Pacers Face Off

The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers are back in the spotlight, battling it out in the 2025 Eastern Conference finals. This is a big deal because the winner will secure a spot in the NBA Finals, something neither team has done in over 25 years. The Pacers kicked off the series with a dramatic win

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May 24 2025SPORTS

All-NBA Shake-Up: Big Wins and Missed Chances

The NBA's All-NBA selections for 2025 are out, and they've stirred up plenty of talk. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokić are leading the pack, but the real financial winner is Cade Cunningham. His spot on the third team boosted his contract by a whopping 45 million dollars. This is all thanks

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May 24 2025POLITICS

The Hidden Costs of Ontario's New Housing Bill

Ontario's Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025, aims to tackle housing and economic issues. However, it might not be the silver bullet it's made out to be. The bill could lead to higher costs for everyone in the long run. Why? Because it weakens environmental safeguards

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May 24 2025SCIENCE

Plankton's Lipid Tricks in Changing Oceans

The tiny organisms known as plankton are masters of adaptation. They have developed clever ways to cope with the ever-changing conditions of the global oceans. While scientists have studied how microbes react to environmental shifts in labs, the real-life adaptations of plankton's lipidomes in the w

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May 24 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather: Metro Detroit's Memorial Day Mix

Metro Detroit is in for a mix of weather over the Memorial Day weekend. The forecast suggests a chilly start, but things are looking up. The weather is not always what it seems. It might seem like a cool summer is on the way, but the outlook is promising. The seasonal forecast hints at a warmer-

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May 24 2025HEALTH

How Misaligned Heart Valves Affect Recovery

A heart procedure called transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is used to fix faulty aortic valves. Sometimes, during this procedure, the new valve doesn't line up perfectly with the old one. This misalignment is called noncoaxial placement. It can be spotted using a special type of imaging

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May 23 2025SPORTS

Notre Dame's Big Break: How New Rules Boost Their Playoff Chances

Notre Dame football is riding a wave of good fortune. The College Football Playoff has shaken things up for the 2025 season. The new rules mean the Fighting Irish could get a big advantage. Before, Notre Dame was left out of the opening-round bye, even if they were a top-four seed. Now, the selectio

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May 23 2025SPORTS

How Will the Knicks Regain Their Composure After a Devastating Loss?

The Knicks are grappling with a tough question after their shocking loss in Game 1. How do they bounce back from a game they nearly had in the bag? The team's coach, Tom Thibodeau, knows the drill. He understands that the playoffs are a rollercoaster of emotions. Highs and lows are part of the game,

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