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Starlink Launch: SpaceX Aims for Saturday Night

November 24, 2024

SpaceX has marked Saturday evening as the ideal time to launch 20 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. The launch site chosen is Vandenberg Space Force Base, with a four-hour window that kicks off at 7:26 p. m. Once the first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket detaches, it’s scheduled to touch down o

sports

Meet Michelle Simpson: Angel Yin's Secret Weapon on the Green

November 24, 2024

Eighteen years into her caddying career, Michelle Simpson has become a well-known figure on the golf course. She started her journey in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, where she picked up golf at the age of 15. Before becoming a caddie, Simpson was a professional golfer herself, playing on the Epson Tour

celebrities

Celebs Who Threatened to Move if Trump Won

November 24, 2024

When Donald Trump secured his second presidential term, many celebrities expressed their discontent. Some even talked about leaving the country. Miley Cyrus initially said she'd leave if Trump won, but later decided to stay and speak out against him. Whoopi Goldberg also hinted at leaving, but clari

entertainment

Jim Parsons' Old Sci-Fi Comedy Becomes Streaming Hit

November 24, 2024

Nine years after its release, a sci-fi comedy featuring Jim Parsons has made a comeback on streaming. You might know Parsons best from his role as Sheldon Cooper in The Big Bang Theory, which he also narrated in the prequel series Young Sheldon. Parsons has dabbled in various genres, including drama

health

Saliva's microbe army: How sugar problems impact gum health

November 24, 2024

Did you know that the tiny creatures living in your saliva can tell a lot about your health? Especially if you have type 2 diabetes. In a recent study, scientists took a closer look at these microbes when diabetes meets different levels of gum disease. They found that the mix of microbes changes qui

health

Teens and Trust: The Power of Parental Love

November 23, 2024

Imagine this: a bunch of kids in China, from ages 9 to 18, were asked about their feelings. Over 2, 700 of them, to be exact! The results? Kids who felt their parents loved them and trusted others were less likely to feel depressed. Isn't that fascinating? This study found that feeling trusted boost

crime

Tragedy in Orangeburg: A Teenager's Life Lost in Shooting

November 23, 2024

On a sad day in November 2024, a violent shooting shook the community of Orangeburg. The awful incident cost the life of 14-year-old Zaquan Corbett Jr. and left another teenager hospitalized. The shooting occurred near the intersection of Wheeler and Nottingham Streets. When police arrived, they fou

crime

Teen Hackers: The Rise and Fall of 'Scattered Spiders'

November 23, 2024

For nearly two years, a group of young hackers, nicknamed 'Scattered Spiders, ' wreaked havoc on major tech companies worldwide. They targeted over 130 organizations, stealing credentials from almost 10, 000 employees. Their main target was Okta, a single sign-on provider used by many companies. Thi

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Patrick Fishburn: The Utah Golfer with a Story to Tell

November 23, 2024

Patrick Fishburn, a rising star in the world of golf, wasn't always destined to be a professional golfer. Born in Ogden, Utah, to a sporty family, Fishburn was more into basketball and other activities as a teenager. But something changed, and he found his true calling on the golf course. By 2009, h

health

Videos vs. Papers: What's Easier for Teens to Understand?

November 22, 2024

Young people between 12 and 25 years old are most likely to use e-cigarettes, but getting them involved in health studies can be tough. Past research shows that watching a video to understand research can help them grasp the details better. However, previous videos used were quite long, unlike the s