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Life Under the Sea: Warm Volcanic Caves Reveal Hidden Ecosystems

October 19, 2024

Imagine diving a mile and a half under the ocean's surface. You'll find a world as strange as any other planet—volcanic ridges and hot springs, known as hydrothermal vents, that spew warm chemicals. These vents attract all sorts of animals, like tube worms, that have special bacteria to help them su

crime

Couple's Fraud Funds Disney Trips

October 19, 2024

Imagine stealing money meant for government work to fund luxurious vacations. That's what Chantelle Boyd and Thomas Bouchard did. Boyd, a Maryland woman, was sentenced for conspiring to defraud the government out of thousands of dollars. Her boyfriend, Bouchard, hired her for a "no-show" job at the

politics

Ukraine's Incursion into Russia: A Three-Month Standoff

October 19, 2024

For three months now, Ukraine's military has been holding ground in Russia's Kursk region. This is the first time foreign troops have entered Russian territory since World War II, causing a buzz around the world. While Ukraine's advance has slowed, neither side has made significant gains. Analysts s

education

AI Helps Student's Essay, But Gets Him in Trouble

October 18, 2024

In Massachusetts, a high school senior faced some serious consequences after using AI for a class project. The student, who wants to remain anonymous, found himself in hot water when he used AI for research and outlining an essay about basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. His teacher discovered th

celebrities

Josh and Christina's Divorce: Spousal Support Details Spark Debate

October 18, 2024

In a recent turn of events, Christina Haack, known for her HGTV show "Christina on the Coast, " has reportedly claimed that her estranged husband, Josh Hall, is seeking a significant amount in monthly spousal support. According to court documents, Josh is asking for $65, 000 per month, which Christi

health

The Hair Care Brand Fighting Breast Cancer

October 18, 2024

Breast cancer can strike anyone, but it's especially tough for women who struggle with health disparities. That's why the hair care brand Thank God It's Natural, or tgin, is doing something about it. The brand was founded by Chris-Tia Donaldson, who battled breast cancer for six years before passing

technology

Get Microsoft Office 2019 for Just $25!

October 18, 2024

Are you in the market for a new laptop or upgrading an old one? Then you know how important it is to have Microsoft Office on hand. Right now, you can grab a lifetime license for the 2019 version of Microsoft Office Professional Plus for either Windows or Mac - and it's only $25! That's a massive 89

finance

Money Matters: FEMA's Funding Dilemma

October 18, 2024

Imagine 2024, a year filled with one disaster after another. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was in a tight spot, with their emergency funds running low. Some people suggested using funds meant for migrants to help hurricane victims. But hold on! That money has a specific purpose and

business

The Power Trio of AI Investing: Kutcher, Epstein, and Oseary at Disrupt 2024

October 18, 2024

Ever wondered who's banking on AI's bright future? Enter Ashton Kutcher, Effie Epstein, and Guy Oseary – the dream team behind Sound Ventures. This Beverly Hills-based firm turned heads last year with a whopping $265 million AI fund, targeting just six big-league companies like OpenAI and Hugging Fa

politics

Russia's Secret Warfare: More Than Meets the Eye

October 18, 2024

This summer has been eventful. An attempted arson on a bus in Prague was stopped, and a man blew himself up with a homemade bomb at a hotel near Paris' Charles de Gaulle airport. Antisemitic graffiti appeared in Paris, and plots to disrupt the Olympic Games were foiled. In May, fires erupted at a sh