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Voting Machines: A Young Person's Guide to How They Work

October 16, 2024

Voting is a big deal in the U.S., but it can be a bit confusing. With different voting methods and lots of new faces running for office, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But don't worry, using a voting machine is pretty simple once you know how. You might have heard of mail-in voting, where you can v

entertainment

Hollywood's Chinese Investment Saga: A Twist in the Tale

October 16, 2024

Once upon a time, a Chinese billionaire named Wang Jianlin had big plans for Hollywood. He bought AMC Theaters and even tried to purchase a major film studio, Paramount Pictures. Wang's company, Wanda Group, also snapped up Legendary Entertainment, the maker of hits like "Dune" and "Godzilla x Kong:

sports

The Jets' New Coach Faces a Tough Start

October 15, 2024

The New York Jets' first game under interim coach Jeff Ulbrich didn't go as planned. Despite some promising moments from the offense, the Jets lost 23-20 to their division rivals, the Buffalo Bills, on Monday night. This loss marks their third in a row, putting them at 2-4 for the season while the B

politics

China's Biggest Warplane Show Around Taiwan

October 15, 2024

On Monday, China pushed the limits by flying its largest number of warplanes around Taiwan during military drills. This move was a response to Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, who spoke about protecting the island's sovereignty. The drills involved fighter jets, drones, warships, and coast guar

science

Hawaii's Nighttime Comet Party: Don't Miss It!

October 15, 2024

Imagine this: Hawaii just had an amazing nighttime party, but it wasn't with people—it was with a comet! Last weekend, Hawaiian skywatchers got to see something super special. Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is on its way back, and it came really close to Earth, around 44 million miles. NASA says it'll be v

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Panda Pals Arrive: A New Chapter in U.S.-China Ties

October 15, 2024

Two new giant panda friends, Bao Li and Qing Bao, have just moved into the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. They're only 3 years old but already super important for U.S.-China relations. After some tense times, it seems the two countries are trying to be friends again, using the pandas as a sign of

politics

China's Giant Coast Guard Ship Joins War Games near Taiwan

October 15, 2024

On Monday, China added a special touch to its military exercises near Taiwan. For the first time, one of its massive coast guard ships, known as a "monster ship," joined the drills. This ship, with the hull number 2901, is the largest coast guard vessel in the world, weighing in at 12,000 tons. The

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Utah's Night Sky: Catch Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS on Monday

October 15, 2024

Monday night could be your best bet to spot Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS in Utah's sky. This space visitor, named after observatories in China and South Africa, has been putting on a show over the past few nights. The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City predicts clear skies along the Wasatch Front

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Snap Counts: Lions' Offense and Defense in Week 6

October 15, 2024

In Week 6, the Detroit Lions faced off against the Dallas Cowboys in a lopsided game. The final score of 47-9 allowed the Lions to play their starters for about 57 offensive snaps, with the rest of the game given to backups. The defense also rotated players heavily, with around 51 snaps played by st

politics

The Evolution of Voting: From Shouting to Machines

October 15, 2024

Long ago, in the early days of the United States, voting wasn't a quiet, private affair. The first presidential elections, held from 1788 to 1789, involved only white men shouting out their candidates' names publicly. This method, known as viva voce or voice voting, was the norm for nearly half a ce