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Sep 15 2024HEALTH

Mpox Pandemic: A Wake-Up Call for Africa

The African continent is facing an unprecedented mpox outbreak, with a staggering 107 new deaths reported in the past week alone. This alarming rise in fatalities has led the Africa Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to brand the situation as "not acceptable." But what's behind t

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Sep 13 2024SPORTS

Sunshine Shines a Light on Female Sports: Hello Sunshine and Ross Greenburg Team Up for Unscripted Content

The world of sports has long been dominated by men, but a growing movement is shifting the focus to the talented and trailblazing women who are making waves in the industry. Hello Sunshine, a leading media company, has taken a major step forward in this effort by partnering with renowned sports prod

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Sep 13 2024POLITICS

"Russia's Deadly Strike on Red Cross Convoy: A War Crime or Just a Tragic Accident? "

The world is still reeling from the devastating news of the Red Cross convoy attack in Donetsk, Ukraine, which left three staff members dead and two others wounded. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has condemned the attack, calling it "unconscionable" that shelling would hit an ai

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Sep 11 2024HEALTH

The Unseen Toll of Music: A Hidden Health Crisis

The world of music is often romanticized as a realm of creativity and passion, but the harsh reality is that performing arts health is a relatively new field, and musicians are often left to suffer in silence. UW-La Crosse assistant professor Kourtney Austin is working to change this narrative by

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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

From Dad's Legacy to Life-Saving Careers: A Son Follows in His Father's Footsteps

A heartwarming story unfolds in the Boston biotech scene, where a father's legacy inspires his son's career path. Bob Coughlin, a prominent figure in the life sciences industry, has seen his own son, Bobby, conquer a serious health challenge and graduate from UMass Boston. Now, Bobby is joining Mas

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Sep 10 2024LIFESTYLE

Taco Trailblazer Takes a Bow: Is This the End of an Era or Just a New Beginning?

A beloved local institution, Comida, is closing its doors at Stanley Marketplace after nearly two decades of serving up delicious tacos. This news comes on the heels of other recent closures in the food hall scene, leaving some wondering if the future of these communal dining spaces is in jeopardy.

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Sep 08 2024TECHNOLOGY

Planet Labs' Earthly Plunge: Is Profitability Just Around the Corner?

Planet Labs, the company aiming to capture Earth's every detail from space, took a nosedive on Friday. Shares plummeted 11% after the company reported missing earnings expectations for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 and offered a revenue forecast for the next quarter that fell short of what

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Sep 06 2024BUSINESS

Out of Sight, Out of Mind: Did OSOM's CEO Drive the Company into the Ditch?

OSOM, the company trying to resurrect the legacy of the beloved but short-lived Essential Phone, is facing a major crisis. A former employee, Mary Ross, has filed a lawsuit alleging that the company's CEO and founder, Jason Keats, used company funds to indulge in a lavish lifestyle. Ross claims Ke

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Sep 06 2024SPORTS

High School Sports Results: Thrills, Spills and Surprises

High school sports in Central Minnesota kicked into high gear on Thursday, September 5th. From boys soccer to volleyball to cross country, students from Sartell-St. Stephen to Albany were out there giving it their all. On the pitch, Sartell-St. Stephen's boys team dominated Detroit Lakes with a re

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Is the US Political Landscape Shifting? A Look at Harris and Trump's Recent Moves

The 2024 election is heating up, and both major party candidates seem to be making some interesting, and perhaps unexpected, moves. Vice President Kamala Harris recently announced her support for fracking, a practice often opposed by environmental activists. This comes as a surprise to some, consi

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