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The Surprising Shift: Women Voters after Roe

October 14, 2024

Dr. Theresa Wheeling, a Pennsylvania woman, used to vote Republican. But after the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, she switched to independent and plans to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris. Women like Wheeling in states like Pennsylvania could decide the next election. White w

business

Britain's Big Investment Day: Where's Elon?

October 14, 2024

Britain's new Labour government just announced a huge 63 billion pounds ($82 billion) investment plan. The focus? Artificial intelligence, life sciences, infrastructure, and technology. This happened at a big business summit in London. Guess who wasn't there? Elon Musk. His social media platform, X,

sports

Sam Mitchell: Basketball Legend and Controversial TV Moment

October 13, 2024

Sam Mitchell, a former NBA star and Coach of the Year, recently sparked an intense argument on NBA TV. The show’s host, Chris Miles, made a joke about Mitchell’s salary, which didn’t go over well. Mitchell got upset and revealed some personal details about Miles’ life, making things awkward. This in

technology

AI and Indigenous Communities: A New Perspective

October 12, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has quickly become a part of our daily lives. But did you know that it affects Indigenous communities too? These communities have unique concerns about AI that are often overlooked. One big problem is the misuse of Indigenous cultural property. AI can create art that lo

opinion

Why Are We Asking the Wrong Questions About Abortion?

October 12, 2024

In 1981, Walker Percy wrote an editorial about the possibility of a human life amendment. He noted that the scientific proof of abortion ending a human life was clear. Yet, he warned those supporting legal abortion that they wouldn't have it both ways—they'd be told what they were doing. Today, it s

politics

Why Japan's Nihon Hidankyo Deserves the Nobel Peace Prize

October 11, 2024

Ever wondered what it takes to bring global peace? Well, it seems like the answer lies in the efforts of Japan's Nihon Hidankyo. This incredible group was recently awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for their tireless work towards a nuclear-free world. Established in 1956 by survivors of the atomic

weather

Northern Lights Show in Texas: A Rare Solar Event

October 11, 2024

Imagine this: a Thursday night in Texas, and the sky is painted with vibrant magenta and green hues from the Aurora Borealis, usually seen only in polar regions. This isn't a regular occurrence—it's the result of a severe geomagnetic storm. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

politics

Ted Cruz and Colin Allred: A Debate on Transgender Policies

October 11, 2024

In the heat of the election season, Rep. Colin Allred (D-TX) is pushing back against Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) over ads that criticize his voting record on LGBT legislation. Cruz has been running ads suggesting that Allred supports legislation allowing transgender women, who are biologically male, to use

environment

Solar Storm Sets Stage for Southern Lights Show

October 11, 2024

Get ready for a stunning light show! A massive explosion from the sun is about to make the northern lights dance in unlikely places. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts that plasma from the sun will hit Earth, causing a strong geomagnetic storm. This storm will make t

science

The Victorian Skies: Adventures in 19th Century Ballooning and Weather Discovery

October 11, 2024

When you think of early aviation, the Wright Brothers often come to mind. But did you know that over 100 years before their flight, people were already soaring through the skies in balloons? The Victorian era was a time of daring exploration and scientific discovery. One of the most remarkable feats