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Feb 08 2025HEALTH

How Pot Policy Shifts Affect Justice and Arrest Rates

Decriminalizing or legalizing cannabis was supposed a significant step toward reducing criminal justice-related harms. But does it? The biggest question mark is how much it impacts the number of cannabis-related incidents. Indeed, how can it even be viewed differently from how it is handled now?

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Baby Brains and Mom's Marijuana Use

What happens when a pregnant person uses cannabis? They are not just putting themselves at risk. They risk the health of their unborn baby. This is especially true when it comes to the delicate monoamine system. This system is vital for the placenta to function properly and for the baby's brain t

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Is Athletic Performance at Risk?

Sports around the world are more competitive than ever. Now, there is a new concern for athletes and sports doctors. The use of cannabis can affect how someone performs in sports. Professional co-curring concerns are beginning to emerge. In sports medicine, monitoring and maintaini

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Jan 31 2025SCIENCE

Bison's Big Defense: Battling Tuberculosis

These are not good times for the wild bison of Wood Buffalo National Park in northern Canada. Since the 1920s, when infected bison were introduced, these animals have been grappling with a serious health issue: bovine tuberculosis (BTB). This disease, brought on by a certain bacteria called Mycobac

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Jan 28 2025POLITICS

Joe Rogan: A Voice for Cannabis Legalization

Ever wondered what a well-known figure thinks about cannabis? Meet Joe Rogan, the host of The Joe Rogan Experience. He's not just a podcast star, but also a strong supporter of cannabis legalization. Rogan uses his massive platform to talk openly about the benefits of marijuana. He believes people s

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Bishop's Plea: A Voice for Progressive Christians

Imagine this: millions of Christians around the globe heard the same Bible passage last Sunday. The story, from the Gospel of Luke, is where Jesus talks about helping the poor. At the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration in Dallas, this message seemed extra relevant, even though they'd picked the

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Prayer Service Sparks Debate Between Trump and Bishop

President Donald Trump didn’t appreciate the Episcopal bishop's request for mercy toward LGBTQ+ people and migrant workers during a prayer service. The Right Rev. Mariann Budde of Washington’s National Cathedral asked Trump to show kindness to these communities during his inauguration's religious se

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Bishop Speaks Up for Immigrants and LGBTQ+ Kids at Inaugural Prayer Service

On Tuesday, as President Donald J. Trump started his first full day in office, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, the head of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, made a surprising request. She asked the president to show kindness towards immigrants and LGBTQ+ children. This moment happened during a church

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Jan 15 2025CRIME

The Truth Behind Harmon's Stalled Career in On Call

Officer Harmon's journey in "On Call" takes a surprising turn when Lieutenant Bishop denies her transfer request. Harmon, known for her strong moral compass, uses questionable methods to catch a killer. This leads to Bishop's decision, which blocks Harmon's progress but aims to protect the departmen

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Jan 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Day Chester & Hester's Dino-Rama Closed Its Doors

As the clouds rolled in and the temperature dropped, Disney's Animal Kingdom saw the closure of a long-time favorite, Chester & Hester's Dino-Rama. The day started off quiet, with fewer crowds than usual after the weekend's marathon. But the real shock came from seeing the beloved dinosaur-themed ar

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