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Netflix Nabs 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cup Rights

December 21, 2024

Netflix has just scooped up the exclusive U. S. rights to stream the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2027 and 2031. This announcement comes hot on the heels of their upcoming Christmas Day NFL games. Netflix's move is a strategic one, aiming to beef up their sports offerings as the popularity of women's s

opinion

Holiday Inclusion: Why Neutrality Matters

December 20, 2024

Ever thought about why we say "Happy Holidays" instead of "Merry Christmas"? It's not about ruining Christmas, but about including everyone. Some folks believe America was founded on Christianity, so Christmas should be the main holiday. But the truth is, our Constitution protects our right to celeb

celebrities

Carrie Underwood's Festive Fingertips: A Holiday Manicure Extravaganza

December 20, 2024

Country music sensation Carrie Underwood has done it again, this time with a festive touch. She's wowed her fans with a jaw-dropping Christmas manicure that's as impressive as her hit songs. Let's take a closer look at each nail, starting with her thumb. It's like a tiny gift, wrapped in a pink base

politics

Water Crisis in Gaza: Is Israel to Blame?

December 19, 2024

A recent report by Human Rights Watch (HRW) has sparked controversy, accusing Israel of "acts of genocide" by restricting water supplies in Gaza. The report found that between October 2023 and September 2024, Israeli authorities limited water access to less than half of what the World Health Organiz

celebrities

Christina Aguilera Celebrates Her 44th Birthday with a Striking Topless Photo

December 19, 2024

Christina Aguilera, the famous pop star, shared a unique way to celebrate her 44th birthday. She posted a black-and-white photo of herself on Instagram, where she's seen crouching on the floor with a sultry pose. Aguilera is topless in the picture, wearing only a black leather hat, short shorts, and

science

Sugar-Based Polymers: Revolutionizing Materials with a Sweet Twist

December 19, 2024

Imagine creating polymers that are not only made from sugar but also have exciting properties like strength, heat resistance, and a unique structure. Scientists have found a way to do just that by mixing a special sugar derivative with cyclic anhydrides in a process called regioselective ring-openin

health

Setting Priorities for Research on Transgender People Facing Violence

December 19, 2024

Every year, transgender people suffer greatly from sexual assault and partner violence, but they often don't get the help they deserve. Sadly, there's not much research to guide the development of better support systems. A recent study aimed to create a new research agenda for Canada to fill the gap

environment

Montana's Court Defends Youths' Right to a Clean Environment

December 19, 2024

In a significant move, Montana's highest court has backed a lower court decision that the state must consider the impact of greenhouse gases when approving oil, gas, and coal projects. This landmark ruling, supported by a 6-1 vote, asserts that Montana residents have a constitutional right to a clea

health

Walking with Weights: How Stroke Survivors Handle the Extra Load

December 18, 2024

You might think adding weights to your arms while walking is a good way to improve mobility after a stroke. But is it safe? Researchers tested this idea with nine stroke survivors. Each person walked under four conditions: no weights, weights on their stronger side, weights on their weaker side, and

politics

A Religious Group's Tax Battle: What's at Stake for Workers?

December 18, 2024

Catholic Charities is taking its fight against Wisconsin's unemployment tax to the Supreme Court. They argue that the tax violates their religious freedom, since they don't hold religious services. But the state says the tax is fair, as it applies to all employers, religious or not. The court's deci