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Nov 24 2024EDUCATION

Educators Gather to Tackle Early Childhood Challenges

In South Carolina, a group known as The Beloved Early Education and Care Collective, or The BEE, recently brought together early childhood educators to discuss the challenges they face. One of the main topics was the impact of pay, policies, and resources on behavioral issues in classrooms. Kiana St

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Crypto's Big Bet: How Money Changed the Senate

In the 2024 elections, the crypto industry made a calculated gamble. They spent big, targeting candidates who supported their cause and aiming to oust those who didn't. Among these targets was Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown, who was defeated by political newcomer Bernie Moreno. Moreno, a former car sale

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Nov 24 2024ENVIRONMENT

Cutting Carbon in Surgery: A Fresh Look

You know how hospitals are huge contributors to carbon emissions? Well, let's zoom in on surgical care, a major part of the problem. This study is all about finding out where the most carbon comes from in surgical care and why. Researchers used a tool called the Congruence Model to understand these

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Hippocampal Health: A Fresh Look at First Episode Psychosis

Scientists have long known that problems in the hippocampus, a key part of the brain, are connected to psychosis. It's been noticed that people with psychosis tend to have smaller hippocampal volumes. Some think this shrinkage could be caused by too much glutamate, a chemical that helps brain cells

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Nov 24 2024ENVIRONMENT

Ozone's Impact on Summer Rains and Wildfires in West Siberia

You might not think ozone, which is usually talked about in the context of Earth's protective layer, would affect rainfall and wildfires. But scientists have found a surprising connection in West Siberia. Over the past few decades, changes in summer rainfall have greatly influenced wildfire activity

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Medication management and portals: A look into cognitive impairment

People living with cognitive impairment often rely on medications that affect their central nervous system. These drugs, known as CNS-active potentially inappropriate medications (CNS-PIM), can lead to harmful side effects. Patient portals, designed to help with medication conversations, could be a

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Trump's Promise to Ax Education Department: A Smokescreen or Serious Plan?

Former President Donald Trump once pledged to shut down the Department of Education, but experts say it's unlikely to happen. Arne Duncan, who served as Education Secretary under President Barack Obama, recently discussed this on MSNBC. He pointed out that ending the department would need 60 Senate

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Appointing a Wrestling CEO: What's Next for Education?

President-elect Trump has picked Linda McMahon, former head of World Wrestling Entertainment, as the new education secretary. This choice has education experts worried. McMahon's background in wrestling and business might not prepare her for guiding federal education policies and budgets. She served

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Nov 24 2024TECHNOLOGY

Screen Time Matters: It's Not All Bad or Good

Let's face it, screens are part of our daily lives. But instead of just worrying about how many hours we spend in front of them, scientists are now pointing out that what we do on those screens is what truly makes a difference. Imagine this: a video chat with friends can make you feel connected, whi

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Nov 24 2024WEATHER

'Unpredictable Weather Ahead: Thanksgiving Travelers Beware! '

Listen up, travelers! This year's Thanksgiving might not be all about turkey and family gatherings. Forecasters are warning about some "yucky" weather that could interfere with your plans, especially if you're in the eastern part of the United States. Buckle up, because we might see some of the cold

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