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Mar 24 2026SCIENCE

Mosquito Hunt: A Student’s Bite‑Proof Experiment

The experiment began with a curious question: how do tiny mosquitoes spot us? A professor and a college student tried to answer it by putting the student in a room full of insects. The first attempt used a mesh suit, but it didn’t stop the mosquitoes from biting. After many painful stings, the team

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Mar 24 2026HEALTH

Stay Ahead of Colon Cancer: Simple Steps for Everyone

March marks a chance to talk about colon cancer, the second biggest killer of Americans and a leading threat for people under 50. A specialist in digestive health shares four key ways to lower the risk. First, get checked. People aged 45‑75 should have a colon exam, the best way to spot cancer or e

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Mar 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrity Flag Football Showdown Draws Pop Icons

The Fanatics Flag Football Classic turned a small field into a celebrity hotspot, with no tackles and plenty of star power. The afternoon was dominated by NFL legends and former pros, but the real buzz came from the crowd that looked like a red‑carpet event. Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey w

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Mar 22 2026SPORTS

Day of Sports Action on TV

Morning starts with NHRA qualifying at Firebird Motorsports Park, taped for FS2 and later on FS1. At noon, the same event airs again on FS1. Early afternoon brings a mix of racing and college sports. NBC shows the Monster Energy AMA Supercross in Birmingham at 1 p. m. , while FS2 airs MotoG

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Mar 22 2026CRIME

Deep Ellum gets a fresh safety strategy after crime rise

Deep Ellum in Dallas has faced growing concerns about late-night safety after a noticeable uptick in violent incidents last year. Local business groups, including the Deep Ellum Foundation, spent months putting together a new safety plan to address these issues. The district, known for its mix of da

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Mar 21 2026HEALTH

PreveCan: A New Tool to Teach Cancer Prevention

Scientists built a Spanish app called PreveCan. The goal is to share advice from the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research. These organizations published guidelines in 2018 on how to keep cancer risk low. PreveCan shows tips about diet, exercise, weight, and ot

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Mar 21 2026CRIME

Beware: Fake Oyster Festival Vendor Scam

A fraudster is pretending to be the Norwalk Oyster Festival and has tricked former vendors into sending money. The scam started before last year’s event and is still going on with a fake social‑media ad. The fraudster used real vendor names and the correct festival details to look legitimate. The s

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Mar 21 2026SCIENCE

Tulsi: An Ancient Herb That Modern Science Is Re‑examining

Holy basil, known as tulsi, has been part of South Asian healing for thousands of years. Today scientists are testing the claims that it can ease stress, balance blood sugar and even help fight disease. The plant’s leaves, stems and seeds contain eugenol, linolenic acid and other antioxidants that m

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Mar 21 2026HEALTH

Parents Rejecting Baby Safety Shots: A Growing Concern

Doctors in hospitals across the country have noticed a worrying rise in newborns who skip routine safety shots such as vitamin K, the hepatitis‑B vaccine and eye ointment. A study of more than five million births showed that refusals of the vitamin K shot almost doubled from 2. 9 % in 2017 to 5. 2 %

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

Flag Football Showdown: Stars, Drama, and a New Olympic Dream

A new flag‑football tournament has grabbed headlines, pulling together a mix of sports icons and internet personalities. The event, originally slated for Saudi Arabia, was moved to Los Angeles just weeks before it kicks off. Its schedule includes a draft where celebrities such as Logan Paul and form

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