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ism

Travis Hunter: A New Era of Gridiron Ironman

November 12, 2024

Meet Travis Hunter, a football phenom for the Colorado Buffaloes who is redefining what it means to be a two-way player. He's setting records, leading his team, and exciting fans with his unparalleled endurance. On any given Saturday, Hunter can be found participating in 161 plays—that's 85 on defen

science

Discovering Bacteria Preferences in Sorghum Roots

November 12, 2024

Did you know that the roots of plants like sorghum have their own tiny communities of bacteria? These microscopic friends play a big role in how well the plant grows and stays healthy. Scientists decided to take a closer look at how these bacterial communities differ in various parts of sorghum root

politics

Woke Politics: Did It Cost Democrats the Election?

November 12, 2024

On Monday's "Morning Joe" show, co-hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough read aloud a New York Times column by Maureen Dowd. The column argued that the Democratic Party's focus on identity politics, often called "woke" politics, hurt their chances in the 2024 election. Dowd wrote that this focus

entertainment

Holly Madison's Journey to Understanding Autism

November 12, 2024

TV personality Holly Madison recently opened up about her autism diagnosis, sharing her struggles to find medical help and her journey to self-understanding. Last year, the former Playboy House Bunny revealed she had been diagnosed with autism after a lifetime of difficulty with social interactions.

politics

Police Crack Down on Pro-Palestinian Protesters in Amsterdam

November 11, 2024

In Amsterdam, the police didn't take any chances. After recent violence targeting fans of an Israeli soccer team, the city's mayor banned all protests for the weekend. Despite the ban, dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators took to the streets. Police quickly stepped in, arresting over 50 people an

politics

Valencia Residents Demand Leader's Resignation After Flood Chaos

November 10, 2024

Valencia's residents took to the streets to protest the regional leader, Carlos Mazón, after last week's deadly floods. Over 200 people lost their lives, and many more are still missing. The protestors were angry because Mazón's administration didn't send flood alerts to people's phones until hours

entertainment

Joker 2: A Flop According to Comedian Tim Dillon

November 10, 2024

Comedian Tim Dillon, who played a small role in Joker: Folie à Deuce, didn't hold back his thoughts on the film. He called it the "worst film ever made" during an interview on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast. The movie, directed by Todd Phillips, stars Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga. It was released

politics

Why Are Some US Women Swearing Off Men?

November 9, 2024

In the wake of Donald Trump's re-election, a South Korean feminist movement called 4B has gained attention among young American women. The movement encourages women to refuse marriage, children, dating, and sex with men. This interest surged after many men voted for Trump, who has a history of sexua

crime

Amsterdam's Dark Night: A Modern Pogrom

November 9, 2024

In Amsterdam, Israeli soccer fans and Jewish people found themselves chased and attacked after a match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax. One victim compared it to Kristallnacht, the 1938 German pogrom, saying it's what it would have looked like with social media. An IDF officer recounted his friend

lifestyle

Rome's Trevi Fountain Opens with a Metal Walkway: Crowds and Coins under Control

November 9, 2024

Rome just gave tourists an unusual opportunity to see the Trevi Fountain up close. A temporary metal walkway was set up, allowing people to get a great view of the 18th-century statue of Oceanus and his chariot while the fountain undergoes restoration. The walkway can hold 130 people at a time, givi