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Dec 12 2025EDUCATION

Pennsylvania's Stipend Ruling: What Grad Students Need to Know

In a recent decision, Pennsylvania's finance board ruled that graduate stipends are not subject to state income tax. This came after a University of Pittsburgh student argued that her PhD stipend, which she relied on to cover living expenses, should not be taxed. The board agreed, stating that the s

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Shoulder Surgery Success: TSA vs. HA

Shoulder pain and limited movement can be tough to deal with. Two common surgeries to fix this are total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) and hemiarthroplasty (HA). But which one works better in the long run? A big study was done to find out. It involved people from different countries and hospitals. Th

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

A Fresh Spin on Gaming Phones: Ayaneo's Pocket Play

Ayaneo is stepping into the gaming phone arena with a bold idea. They're introducing the Pocket Play, a phone that brings back the slide-out controller design from the past. This design might remind some of the Sony Ericsson Xperia Play, but is it a smart move or just a nostalgic gimmick? The Pocke

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

A Skunk Scratch Leads to a Rare and Deadly Outcome

In a small town in Idaho, a man was scratched by a skunk while holding a kitten. This simple incident set off a chain of events that led to two deaths. The man who was scratched later became very sick and died. He had donated a kidney to a man in Michigan. Sadly, the recipient of the kidney also got

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Keeping Kids Safe Online: Are Popular Apps Doing Enough?

Two popular online platforms, Roblox and Discord, are facing lawsuits in Los Angeles and Riverside counties. The lawsuits claim that these platforms exposed children to sexual predators. The lawsuits were filed by parents who say their 12-year-old daughters were sexually abused by people they met on

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Disney and OpenAI Join Forces to Boost Engagement and Innovation

Disney has taken a significant step into the world of artificial intelligence by partnering with OpenAI. This collaboration aims to bring Disney characters to life in new ways, allowing users to create and share content featuring beloved icons like Mickey Mouse and Darth Vader. The deal involves Di

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Dec 11 2025SCIENCE

Clearer Plant Pictures: A Tech Boost for Farmers and Scientists

Plant pictures are super important. They help scientists study plants and farmers grow better crops. But taking good pictures is hard. Cameras aren't always high-quality. They can be expensive. And the environment can mess up the pictures. So, what's the solution? Some people use deep learning. Thi

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

YouTube TV's Fresh Take on TV Plans

YouTube TV is all set to shake things up with a new approach to TV plans. Starting in early 2026, they're rolling out over 10 new plans, each focused on different interests. This move is a big deal because it lets people pay only for what they watch. For a long time, streaming services have been li

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

Missouri Sports Betting: Big Wins and Big Risks

Missouri has just launched sports betting, and it's a game-changer for fans. With the Kansas City Chiefs fighting to stay in the playoffs, the timing couldn't be better. But it's not just about the Chiefs. The St. Louis Blues are also making a comeback, and the Missouri Tigers are gearing up for a t

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

Iowa State and Iowa: A Clash of Titans

Iowa State is making waves in the basketball world. They just beat Iowa in a close game, 74-69. Audi Crooks had a great night, scoring 30 points. This win moved Iowa State up to the ninth spot in the rankings. Iowa didn't do too bad either. They stayed at number 12. But their next game is against U

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