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Lions' Playoff Battle: Injuries Force Adjustments on Both Sides

January 20, 2025

The Detroit Lions faced the Washington Commanders in the NFC Divisional round of the 2024-25 NFL Playoffs. Quarterback Jared Goff played nearly every snap until a concussion scare forced him to miss a series. Jahmyr Gibbs, the starting running back, had a stellar game with 105 rushing yards and two

politics

President Biden Pardons Historic Black Leader and Others

January 20, 2025

On Sunday, President Joe Biden made a significant move by posthumously pardoning Marcus Garvey, a prominent Black nationalist from the 1920s. Garvey's conviction for mail fraud was seen by many as politically motivated. Biden also pardoned four other individuals and commuted the sentences of two mor

sports

Skylar's Big Shot Kicks Off Unrivaled's Fast-Paced Debut

January 18, 2025

Imagine a basketball game where the pace is quick, the court is shorter, and the shot clock ticks faster. That's what happened in Miami during the launch of Unrivaled, a new 3-on-3 women's league. Skylar Diggins-Smith hit a crucial three-pointer, giving her team, the Lunar Owls, an 84-80 win over th

politics

Legislators Share Plans with S. C. Businesses

January 16, 2025

In Columbia, business leaders from across South Carolina gathered to hear from state legislators about their plans for the upcoming session. The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce hosted this event, giving lawmakers a chance to share their goals and vision for the state. House Minority Leader Todd

history

What Happened After the Civil War: Nurses and Veterans

January 15, 2025

Did you know that female nurses played a significant role during the American Civil War? But what about after the war ended? This period, known as the postwar period, is often overlooked. It was a time of emotional turmoil and mental adjustment for many people. Let's dive into this lesser-known sto

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Canada's Premiers Face Off Over Trump's Tariff Threats

January 15, 2025

As the clock ticks down to Donald Trump's inauguration, Canada's provincial leaders are at a loss over how to handle the president-elect's tariff threats. They're scrambling to protect their economies, but they don't agree on the best way to do it. Alberta's premier, Danielle Smith, met with Trump a

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What Happened After Trump's Election Investigation?

January 15, 2025

You might have heard about the big report that came out recently. Special Counsel Jack Smith looked into Donald Trump's efforts to change the result of the 2020 election and the attack on the Capitol Building on January 6. The report found lots of evidence that could have led to Trump being found gu

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Investigation Reveals Trump’s Attempts to Overturn Election

January 14, 2025

A recently released report from special counsel Jack Smith details former President Donald Trump’s efforts to stay in power after losing the 2020 election. The report, spanning over 130 pages, describes how Trump tried to subvert the election results through various illegal means when it became clea

science

Microbes Under Pressure: New Findings from the Theobald Smith Society

January 14, 2025

In November 2024, Rutgers University-New Brunswick hosted the fall meeting of the Theobald Smith Society. Eighty-six members from New Jersey attended, including students, teachers, and professionals from government and industry. This event showcased the wide range of research done by members of the

sports

Saturday's High School Sports Wrap-Up: Wrestling, Basketball, and Hockey Highlights

January 12, 2025

Let's dive into the action from this past Saturday! In wrestling, the Elk River Invite saw some impressive performances. Carter Barz from Sauk Rapids-Rice snagged the 4th spot in the 121 weight class, while his teammate Carter Pesta stole the show in the 133 category. Jack Barz placed second in the