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Mar 11 2025EDUCATION

Level Up: Southington High School Adds AI and Game Design Classes

Southington High School is shaking things up by introducing two exciting new classes for the next school year. Students will have the chance to dive into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and video game design. These courses are not just about having fun; they're about preparing students fo

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Foreign Aid Overhaul: What Happens Now?

The Trump administration has made a big move. They've decided to cancel 83% of U. S. foreign aid contracts. This means 5, 200 out of 6, 200 contracts are no longer active. The remaining 1, 000 will be managed by the State Department, which recently took over the U. S. Agency for International Develo

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Mar 11 2025OPINION

When a Veteran Journalist Steps Down

First, let's talk about Ruth Marcus. She's a big deal in journalism. She's been with The Washington Post for over 40 years. She's a columnist and editor. She's known for her strong opinions and her ability to make people think. Marcus recently made a big decision. She quit her job. She did

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Mar 10 2025SPORTS

NFL Free Agency: The First Day of Chaos

The NFL free agency period is like a wild shopping spree. It starts with a bang, and this year was no different. On the first day of the legal tampering window, teams were allowed to chat with player representatives, but not the players themselves. However, the real action started weeks before, at t

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Mar 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Facebook's Dark Side: A Whistleblower's Journey

Facebook's journey from a small startup to a tech giant is a well-known story. But what about the behind-the-scenes drama? The book "Careless People" reveals a darker side of the company. It is a story of power, greed, and lost ideals. The book was written by a former employee who worked at Faceb

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Mar 10 2025POLITICS

Big Changes at USAID: What Happened to Foreign Aid?

The U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID) just went through a major shake-up. In a quick six weeks, the Trump administration cut 83% of its programs. This means 5, 200 out of 6, 200 programs are now gone. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced this big change on social media. He thank

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Mar 10 2025POLITICS

Big Changes at The Washington Post

A top political columnist at The Washington Post recently stepped down. The reason? The columnist, Ruth Marcus, felt the paper's owner, Jeff Bezos, was trying to change the opinion section to only include views that match his libertarian beliefs. Marcus had been with the paper for four decades, and

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Mar 10 2025EDUCATION

Campus Mental Health: Students Help Improve the Measuring Stick

Students today face a lot of pressure. From academics to social life, the stress can be overwhelming. This is why mental health services on campus are so important. But how do we know if these services are really helping students? That's where the Youth Service Satisfaction Scale (YSSS) comes in

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Sleep Apnea: The Battle of the Mouth Guards

Obstructive sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that can be treated with mandibular advancement devices (MADs). These devices work by pushing the lower jaw forward during sleep, which helps keep the airway open. There are different types of MADs, and they can be customized or ready-made. They can

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Designing Better Births: Putting Moms First

The idea of focusing on the needs of mothers during pregnancy and childbirth is a hot topic. This approach is known as human-centered design (HCD). HCD is about making sure that the care given to mothers is not just clinically sound but also feels right to them. The goal is to make the whole experie

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