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Moonlight and Sleep: What Science Says

October 25, 2025

The full moon has long been blamed for keeping people awake and causing strange behavior. The word "lunacy" even comes from the Latin word for moon. But does the moon really affect our sleep and mental health? Research shows that the full moon can have a small impact on sleep. People tend to sleep

business

Tech Grads Face Tough Job Market Amid AI and Trade Uncertainty

October 25, 2025

Young tech graduates are finding it tough to land jobs. The Federal Reserve has been cutting interest rates to boost hiring, but this might not help much. Companies are holding back on hiring due to uncertainty about future costs and the impact of AI on jobs. AI is changing the game for entry-level

science

A Giant Rock Racing Around the Sun

October 25, 2025

A huge asteroid, as big as a skyscraper, is zooming around our sun. It's called 2025 SC79. This space rock is one of the fastest in our solar system. It completes a full trip around the sun in just 128 days. That's super quick for an asteroid! This asteroid is special because it's one of only two k

politics

Chicago's Immigration Crackdown: A Closer Look at the Tactics and Controversies

October 25, 2025

In Chicago, a major immigration enforcement operation led by Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino has sparked heated debates. Bovino, who previously managed similar operations in Los Angeles, has defended the aggressive tactics used by federal agents. He claims that the use of force has been minimal a

crime

A High-Stakes Game of Deceit

October 25, 2025

In the heart of New York City, a hidden world of poker games unfolded, far from the glitz and glamour of the city. These games were not just about luck but were carefully orchestrated by some members of the New York mafia, known as La Cosa Nostra. The illusion of fairness was shattered when authorit

politics

The Big Spend on a Big Room: Trump's White House Project

October 25, 2025

A huge new ballroom is being added to the White House. It's a massive 90, 000-square-foot space that cost a lot of money to build. The East Wing had to be torn down to make room for it. There's talk that the ballroom might be named after the current president. The president has a habit of putting h

sports

NBA Gambling Scandal: Congress Steps In

October 25, 2025

The NBA is in hot water, and Congress wants answers. They've asked NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to spill the details about a recent gambling scandal that shook the league. The FBI arrested Portland Trail Blazers Coach Chauncey Billups and others, linking them to illegal gambling activities. Billups

entertainment

How a High School Experiment Became a Hollywood Hit

October 25, 2025

Cameron Crowe's journey from rock journalist to Hollywood screenwriter is a tale of persistence and luck. He spent a year undercover as a high school student, gathering material for a book. The book, initially titled "Stairway to Heaven, " faced rejection before finding a champion in editor Susan Bo

science

Mushrooms and Selenium: A Surprising Team

October 25, 2025

Mushrooms are not just tasty; they can also do some cool chemistry. Two types, Pleurotus ostreatus and Hericium coralloides, can absorb and change selenium, a mineral found in soil. Scientists found that these mushrooms are better at absorbing one form of selenium, called Se(IV), than another form,

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Congress Wants Answers from NBA Boss on Gambling Issues

October 25, 2025

Lawmakers are stepping in to ask the NBA about some serious gambling problems. They want to talk to the league's boss, Adam Silver, about recent scandals involving players and coaches. This comes after a few big names in the NBA were caught up in federal investigations related to illegal betting and