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Mar 22 2025SPORTS

The March Madness Maths

The 2025 college basketball tournament is now in full swing, with only 32 teams left standing after the first round. The top seeds in each region managed to avoid major upsets, setting the stage for an exciting second round. Teams like Colorado State, Drake, and McNeese are hoping to pull off surpri

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Mar 22 2025SCIENCE

Astronauts' Unexpected Space Odyssey

The journey of two astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, took an unexpected turn this week. They returned from the International Space Station after an extended stay of 286 days, far longer than their initial eight-day mission. The mission faced numerous challenges, including issues with the

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Mar 22 2025CRIME

The Tate Brothers: Back in Romania and Ready to Fight

The Tate brothers, Andrew and Tristan, are back in Romania. They are facing serious charges. These include human trafficking and forming a criminal gang to sexually exploit women. They are dual citizens of the United States and Britain. They returned to Romania from the United States. They said they

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

A Student's Fight: Activism and Deportation

A graduate student at Columbia University is in a tough spot. Mahmoud Khalil is facing deportation. This is all because of his support for Palestinian rights. The Department of Justice is involved, and his next court date is coming up soon. It is a big test for the Trump administration. They promise

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Future Hangs in the Balance

The Israeli Defense Minister has made a bold statement. If Hamas does not release the remaining hostages, Israel will take more of the Gaza Strip. This threat comes after Israel resumed its attacks on Gaza. The defense minister, Israel Katz, has ordered the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to seize more

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Mar 22 2025SPORTS

Busting Brackets: The Surprise-Free Start to the Men's NCAA Tournament

The men's NCAA Tournament kicked off with a few surprises, but not enough to shake up the top contenders. McNeese State pulled off an upset against Clemson, and Colorado State beat Memphis, but no team seeded 13-16 won after the First Four. This means that many brackets are still intact, and the foc

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

The Rise of the Anti-Oligarchy Movement

The political landscape is shifting, and one name is at the forefront of this change: Bernie Sanders. He's been a vocal critic of the growing power of billionaires and corporations in politics. His message has gained traction, especially with the return of Trump to the White House and the influence

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Power of Urinary Tests in China

China has been on a mission to improve the diagnosis of inherited metabolic disorders (IMDs) in newborns. The focus has been on urinary organic acid analysis. This type of testing is vital for spotting these disorders early. A five-year plan was put into action to standardize how these tes

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

What if dementia isn't as scary as we think?

Dementia is a word that strikes fear into many hearts. For some, it's a personal worry, a specter lurking in the background. Joan Presky is one of those people. She has seen firsthand the toll that Alzheimer's disease can take. Her mother battled it for 14 long years. For the last seven of those yea

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Mar 22 2025EDUCATION

What's Next for Special Needs Students?

Many parents are worried about the future of special education. The recent changes in the Department of Education have left them with more questions than answers. The shifts in policies have created uncertainty, especially for those with children who have disabilities. The Department of Education p

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