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Dec 02 2025LIFESTYLE

Sip in Style: Starbucks and Roller Rabbit's New Drinkware

Starbucks has joined forces with Roller Rabbit to create a new line of drinkware that's as cute as it is cozy. The collection features five items, each with a unique animal-themed design. There's "Lovely Monkey, " "Monkey Mas, " and the exclusive "Coffeehouse Bonanza. " These designs are vibrant and

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Dec 02 2025LIFESTYLE

Finding Your Rhythm: Productivity Hacks for the Chill and Creative

Some people are naturally laid-back and creative. They don't thrive on strict routines. But that doesn't mean they can't be productive. They just need different tools. The usual productivity tips often don't work for them. These tips are usually made by people who love structure. But for those who

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Dec 02 2025EDUCATION

Education Shake-Up: What's Changing and Why It Matters

In late 2025, the Department of Education underwent significant changes. The Education Secretary, Linda McMahon, initiated several interagency agreements to shift key programs to other federal agencies. This move is part of President Trump's push to dismantle the Department of Education, a goal he h

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Dec 02 2025EDUCATION

A Local Hero Invests in the Future of Hinsdale's Youth

James Bouchard, a successful businessman and proud alumnus of Hinsdale Central High School, has pledged a substantial amount to support education and sports in his hometown. Over the next six years, he will contribute nearly $1. 5 million to the Hinsdale Central Foundation and his alma mater. This g

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Dec 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Amanda Seyfried's Dance of Faith in The Testament of Ann Lee

The movie "The Testament of Ann Lee" features Amanda Seyfried as Ann Lee, the founder of the Shakers. This religious group from the 1700s is known for their unique dances and songs. These dances were not just random moves. They had deep meaning. The dances showed hunger, obedience, grief, devotion,

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

New Orleans to Get National Guard Boost for Crime Control

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has announced that National Guard troops will be stationed in New Orleans soon. This move is part of a broader plan to address rising crime rates in the city. The governor revealed that President Donald Trump has promised to send the troops before Christmas. The decis

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Dec 02 2025EDUCATION

A New Chapter for The Citadel: President Glenn Walters Steps Down

Glenn Walters, the head of The Citadel, has decided to retire. He will leave his post at the end of the 2025-26 school year. Walters shared this news with the school community in early December. He believes it is the right time to move on. Walters has been in charge for eight years. During his time,

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Dec 02 2025BUSINESS

Starbucks Facing Big Fine for Treating Workers Badly

Starbucks is in trouble. The city of New York just made them pay a huge fine. This is because they did not treat their workers fairly. The fine is $39 million. This is the biggest fine like this in New York City's history. The problem was about work schedules. Starbucks did not give their workers s

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Dec 02 2025SCIENCE

Zinc-65: Making It Easier to Produce

Zinc-65 is a special kind of zinc that is useful in medicine and industry. Scientists wanted to find the best way to make it. They looked at different methods to see which one works best. They used special computer programs to study how different particles, like protons and alpha particles, interac

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Dec 02 2025EDUCATION

Making Medicine Easy: How One Doctor is Changing the Game

Medical school can be tough, especially when textbooks are packed with complex terms that leave students feeling lost. Dr. Sabrina Meloni noticed this problem early on. She saw that many students, even those already working in the field, struggled with the dense language used in most medical books.

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