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Oct 08 2024HEALTH

Do Antidepressant Warnings Help or Hurt Kids?

For years, the FDA has warned that antidepressants might lead to suicidal thoughts in youth. But new research shows these warnings might have backfired. They could have caused fewer doctor visits for depression and more suicide attempts. This is a big deal because depression is a top cause of suicid

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Protesters Take to Boston's Streets for Gaza War Anniversary

Thousands of people gathered in Boston to protest the ongoing war in Gaza, marking the first anniversary of a Hamas attack on Israel. The protesters temporarily blocked traffic on Storrow Drive, holding signs and chanting slogans. They called for an end to the war and for the United States to stop s

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Joker Sequel Stumbles at Box Office: What Went Wrong?

"This weekend, the much-anticipated 'Joker: Folie à Deux' didn’t quite hit the mark it was hoping for. The domestic weekend opening was even lower than initially expected, raking in $37.8 million. Sunday’s earnings dipped by 45% compared to Saturday's $11.3 million. With a production budget of over

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Oct 07 2024WEATHER

Florida's Gulf Coast Braces for Hurricane Milton

Get ready, Florida! A big storm is coming your way. Hurricane Milton has been upgraded to a Category 4 hurricane and it’s not wasting any time. By Monday morning, it went from a Category 3 to a Category 4 in just two hours. The National Hurricane Center says the winds are already at 155 mph and migh

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Meet Leonidas Expeditionary: The USMC's New Anti-Drone Weapon

Over the past few decades, modern warfare has seen a significant shift with the introduction of drones. Though drones have been around since World War I, it took nearly a century for them to become effective tools in combat. Initially, the U.S. used drones mainly for intelligence, surveillance, and

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Remembering Hamas Attack: One Year Later

Exactly one year ago, a surprise attack by the militant group Hamas left Israel reeling. Happening on a major Jewish holiday, it caught everyone off guard. Almost 400 people were killed and many more taken hostage at a music festival. The pain is still raw for families who lost loved ones that day.

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Six Years of Updates for Samsung's Mid-Range Phones: A Game Changer

Imagine buying a mid-range Samsung Galaxy phone and knowing that it will get software updates for six years. That's what Samsung has promised with their new policy, starting with the Galaxy A16 5G. This is big news for those who love to keep their phones up-to-date without breaking the bank. The Ga

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Oct 07 2024EDUCATION

Parents See AI as Key to Kids' Education Future

In the past year, classrooms have seen a surge of AI tools designed to personalize learning and support students. Now, parents are noticing this shift too. A recent survey by Samsung Solve for Tomorrow found that 88% of US parents think understanding AI is crucial for their kids' future education an

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Why Not Teach Kids How to Stay Safe from HIV?

Sure, testing and treatment for HIV are important. But imagine if we could teach our kids how to avoid getting infected in the first place! That's where schools come in. A solid sex education program can make a huge difference without breaking the bank. It's about giving students accurate info on ho

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

New Award for Science Documentaries at Copenhagen Festival

Imagine a film that mixes science and art in an exciting way. That's what the new Sandbox Films Science Pitch Prize is all about! This prize, announced by Sandbox Films and the CPH:DOX festival in Copenhagen, will give $25,000 to the best science documentary project pitched at the CPH:FORUM event. T

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