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TikTok Ban: Music Industry's Next Challenge

January 12, 2025

Imagine a world without TikTok. For the live music industry, this could become a reality if a U. S. law banning the app isn't reversed by January 19. This would be a significant blow, especially during one of the industry's busiest marketing months. In recent years, TikTok has become a powerhouse fo

health

AI Simplified: Helping Doctors Diagnose Muscle Diseases

January 12, 2025

Ever wondered how doctors use MRI images to diagnose muscle diseases? One way is by looking at the amount of fat in thigh muscles, and that's where AI comes in. Models like U-Net help doctors do just that, but they can be complex. So, what if we make these AI models simpler? Could they still do thei

lifestyle

Altadena After the Fire: A Community's Resilience Tested

January 11, 2025

Nestled between the San Gabriel Mountains and the city of Pasadena, Altadena has long been known for its unique blend of solitude and community. This unincorporated town has drawn a diverse group of residents, from artists to families seeking a refuge from urban life. The recent Eaton fire, however,

sports

Who's Gonna Win? NFL Playoff Predictions

January 11, 2025

Alright, the regular NFL season is done and dusted, which means it's playoff time! Last week, I got 12 out of 16 game picks right, with a minor boo-boo on the Patriots/Bills game. For the whole season, I nailed 190 picks out of 272, that's about 70% accurate. Not bad, eh? Let's dive into my picks fo

technology

Blue Origin's Giant New Rocket: When Will It Launch and What's Its Goal?

January 11, 2025

Get ready! Blue Origin, the company owned by Jeff Bezos, is gearing up to launch its massive New Glenn rocket—which stands at 320 feet tall—into space for the very first time! This rocket has been in development for almost a decade and could shake things up in the commercial space industry and in th

sports

Fire’s Toll: LA Lakers Coach JJ Redick Loses Home, Shares Struggles

January 11, 2025

JJ Redick, head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, recently faced a personal tragedy. His rental home in the Pacific Palisades was destroyed by a wildfire. Speaking with reporters after practice, Redick expressed his grief over the loss of possessions he couldn't replace. He and his wife had been rent

entertainment

Ed Sheeran's Mission: Music Education for All UK Kids

January 11, 2025

Ever since Ed Sheeran shot to fame, he's been sharing his love for music with a big goal in mind: helping kids in the UK get the best music education possible. He's launching a foundation to do just that. Why is this a big deal? Well, music education in the UK has been struggling with funding cuts.

health

Why Are BC Kids Always Getting Sick?

January 11, 2025

This fall, BC kids have been hit hard by viruses. Schools reopened during a COVID surge, and since then, kids and their families haven't stopped getting sick. RSV and flu rates are high, and many parents feel like they're living on a sickness rollercoaster. Last year's "immunity debt" idea, blaming

celebrities

Celebrities' Homes Facing the Heat of LA Wildfires

January 11, 2025

As California's wildfires rage on, a number of Hollywood celebrities have found themselves among the many residents whose homes have been destroyed. The fires, burning since 2025, have already taken lives and forced thousands to flee. One such celebrity is Paris Hilton, who lost her Malibu beach ho

politics

America's View of Biden: Not So Great

January 11, 2025

As President Joe Biden wraps up his term, many Americans don't seem too happy with his performance. A recent poll shows that only about one-quarter of U. S. adults think Biden was a good or great president. That's not so hot compared to former Presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama. It's like peop