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Oct 21 2025CRIME

Boston's Shoplifting Problem: Progress, But Not Perfect

Boston's retail areas are still dealing with a lot of shoplifting. But, there's some good news. The city has started new plans to fight this problem. Police and business leaders talked about this at a recent meeting. The main issue is that stealing hurts everyone. It's bad for small shops, people l

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Oct 21 2025HEALTH

Columbia's New Mental Health Hub: A Big Step Forward

Columbia is getting a bigger and better mental health center. Burrell Behavioral Health is building a new place on Texas Avenue. This new spot will help more people for a longer time. Right now, the old center on East Walnut Street can only help people for up to 23 hours. The new center will offer

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Oct 21 2025POLITICS

Food Stamps in Jeopardy: What's at Stake for Millions?

A looming crisis is on the horizon for millions of Americans who depend on food stamps, also known as SNAP benefits. The federal government shutdown is threatening to disrupt these vital payments, leaving many families uncertain about their next meal. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), whi

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Oct 21 2025SPORTS

Broncos Linebacker Faces One-Game Suspension for Post-Game Behavior

In a move that's becoming all too common, the NFL has handed out another suspension for post-game misconduct. This time, it's Broncos linebacker Dre Greenlaw who's in hot water. The league has suspended him for one game without pay after he had some choice words for referee Brad Allen following Sund

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Oct 21 2025POLITICS

White House Ballroom Project Sparks Debate

Work has begun on a new ballroom at the White House, but not everyone is happy about it. The East Wing, home to the first lady's offices, is being partially demolished to make way for this massive project. The cost? A whopping $250 million, all privately funded. The White House has not yet received

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Oct 21 2025HEALTH

New Hope for Parkinson's: The Ultrasound Breakthrough

Parkinson's disease is a serious condition that affects movement. One of its main symptoms is muscle stiffness, which can make everyday tasks difficult. But there's a new way to measure this stiffness: ultrasound elastography, or UE for short. This technology uses sound waves to create images of the

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Oct 21 2025FINANCE

Who Really Holds the Power in Tesla's Big Vote?

Tesla's upcoming vote on Elon Musk's massive pay package has sparked a heated debate. At the heart of the controversy are proxy advisory firms, which guide shareholders on how to vote. Two major firms, ISS and Glass Lewis, are advising against the package. They argue it's too generous and could dilu

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Oct 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Brains, Big Money: AI Meets Science in a New Way

A group of very smart people from OpenAI and Google Brain decided to start a new company called Periodic Labs. They want to use AI to discover new materials, like super conductors. They got a lot of money, $300 million, from investors to do this. The idea started when two friends, Liam Fedus and Ek

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Oct 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's Pixel Fans Get a Sneak Peek Chance

Google is on the hunt for 15 dedicated Pixel fans to try out their upcoming phones before they hit the shelves. This isn't just any fan club; it's for those who know their Pixel inside and out. The catch? They have to keep their mouths shut about what they find. It's not every day that a big tech c

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Oct 21 2025HEALTH

How Teens with Type 1 Diabetes Use Social Media

Young people with type 1 diabetes are turning to social media for help. This is not just about sharing photos or chatting with friends. It is about finding information and support to manage their health. But how exactly are they using these platforms? And does it make a difference which site they ch

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