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Dec 31 2025OPINION

Schools in the Crosshairs: Immigration Raids and Their Impact on Education

In a community where 45% of public school students are Latino, the sudden increase in Border Patrol activity has sparked concern among parents and educators. The government's goal to arrest 5, 000 individuals has led to raids in places where people congregate, including schools. This shift in strate

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

Slick Surfaces: How Tiny Particles Can Help Ships Glide and Stay Ice-Free

Ships face big problems when moving through water and in cold places. They have to deal with water resistance, which slows them down, and ice buildup, which can cause accidents. Scientists have been working on ways to tackle these issues, but finding a solution that does both is tough. Recently, a

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Dec 31 2025EDUCATION

How Trump's Plan Reshaped Colleges in New England

Big changes are happening in colleges across New England. The Trump administration has been busy making changes to higher education. They've been following a plan called Project 2025. This plan suggested splitting up the Department of Education and giving its jobs to other agencies. Many of these ch

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

Tech Gadgets and Health: How Malaysian College Students Are Using Them

In Malaysia, college students are starting to use tech gadgets like smartwatches more often. These gadgets can track health and help prevent sickness. But how many students are using them? And do they really help? Most people know about these devices, but not many studies have looked at how college

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Dec 31 2025LIFESTYLE

How 2026 Trends Are Reshaping Our Lives

In 2026, people are expected to make big changes in how they live, work, and connect. The focus is on being more real, taking care of health, and finding balance. Work is evolving with more people choosing to be their own bosses. Companies are starting to care more about keeping workers safe, especi

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

Unraveling the Mystery of Lasting Sadness After a Stroke

A stroke can leave a person feeling down. This is called post-stroke depression (PSD). Sometimes, this sadness sticks around for a long time. Why does this happen? Scientists are trying to figure it out. They looked at genes and how they mix with things like lifestyle, diet, and common health marke

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

The Malaria Treatment Mystery: A Closer Look at Mont Park Hospital's Experiment

Back in the 1920s, doctors thought they had a big win against a serious illness called neurosyphilis. They used malaria to treat patients at Mont Park Hospital in Australia. This idea won a Nobel Prize, so it was a huge deal at the time. But now, people are questioning if it really worked. A doctor

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Dec 31 2025SPORTS

NFL Draft 2026: Analysts Clash Over Top Prospects

The 2026 NFL Draft is shaping up to be a hot topic among analysts, with significant disagreements over the rankings of key prospects. As the college football season wraps up, attention turns to the next big events, like the NFL Scouting Combine and team interviews, which will play a crucial role in

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Power of Loving-Kindness Meditation

Loving-kindness meditation, or metta, is a practice that goes beyond just sitting quietly. It's about growing a special kind of love that isn't picky or conditional. This love is like a gentle rain, nurturing everything in its path without favoritism. It's not the kind of love you see in movies; it'

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

Why Do We Love Chewing Gum So Much?

Chewing gum has been around for ages, and it's not just about fresh breath. It turns out, there's something about chewing that makes us feel better. Scientists have been trying to figure out why we enjoy it so much, but it's still a bit of a mystery. People have been chewing stuff for thousands of

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