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Dec 05 2025ENVIRONMENT

Life After the Storm: Sri Lanka's Struggle to Rebuild

In the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, the picturesque village of Kithulbadde in central Sri Lanka is grappling with a harsh reality. The cyclone, which claimed 479 lives and affected 1. 2 million people, has left deep scars on the landscape and the hearts of its residents. The government reports that

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Dec 05 2025SCIENCE

Teen's Science Passion Could Win Big Prizes

Ryan Zhao, a 17-year-old from Basking Ridge, is making waves in the science world. He's one of 30 global semi-finalists in the Breakthrough Junior Challenge. This contest rewards students who create videos explaining complex science ideas. Ryan's video is about Noether's Theorem. This theorem expla

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Dec 05 2025SCIENCE

Dive Into the Future: How Mote SEA is Shaping Young Marine Scientists

Mote SEA, a new marine science hub, is doing more than just showcasing ocean life. It's also shaping the future of marine science by training the next generation of experts. With its STEM Workforce Development Labs, Mote SEA is offering hands-on experience to students and young professionals. This i

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Dec 05 2025BUSINESS

How Nintendo Wins by Playing It Smart

Nintendo's Switch 2 sold 3. 5 million units in just four days after its launch in June 2025. It's not the most powerful console out there, but that's not what Nintendo is about. They've always been about making the most out of what they have, and it's worked really well for them. For years, Nintend

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Dec 05 2025OPINION

Gen Z's Struggle: Are We Holding Them Back?

Five years after the pandemic, many young people are still feeling its effects. Schools are making things easier by not requiring tests and giving out higher grades. But is this really helping? More students are being told they have learning disabilities or mental health issues. Is this fair, or are

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Dec 05 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dreamers Unite: A New Production Company Connects Hollywood and Asia

A fresh production company, Yume Entertainment, has just emerged, aiming to blend Hollywood and Asian film industries. The brains behind this venture are producers Andrea Bucko and Motoko Kimura, who bring a wealth of experience to the table. Yume, which translates to \"born from a dream\" in Japan

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Dec 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

Uncovering the Hidden Threat: Chinese Hackers' Long-Term Cyber Infiltration

In a recent cybersecurity alert, U. S. and Canadian agencies revealed that hackers linked to China have been using advanced malware to infiltrate and maintain long-term access to government and IT systems. This isn't just a quick data breach; it's a stealthy, long-term operation aimed at potential s

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Dec 05 2025EDUCATION

Revere Schools: Money, Learning, and Student Wins

Revere Local Schools are doing well financially, but there are some bumps ahead. The district's treasurer shared a five-year money plan at a recent school board meeting. Good news: they expect to have $19. 7 million saved by 2030. This is mostly because of higher property taxes and new buildings in

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Dec 05 2025EDUCATION

Money Smarts for Grads: How Schools Are Prepping Teens for Real Life

In many states, high school students must now take a class on money management to graduate. This class covers important topics like saving, credit, debt, budgeting, and spotting scams. Ohio is one of these states, and the rule started for students who began ninth grade in 2022. Across the country,

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Why Measuring Medicine Levels in the Blood Matters

People in hospitals often get medicine to fight infections. One such medicine is flucloxacillin. But how do doctors know if the right amount is getting into the blood? That's where therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) comes in. TDM checks the levels of medicine in the blood to make sure it's working we

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