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Jeremiah Smith: Rising Star or Instant Legend?

January 21, 2025

Ohio State's wide receiver legend, Cris Carter, has a record that's stood strong since 1984. Despite numerous talented players passing through the Buckeyes, none could touch Carter's eight touchdown receptions by a freshman – until now. Enter Jeremiah Smith, a freshman who shattered Carter's record

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

science

How Insects Use Chemical Signals to Boost Movement

January 11, 2025

Ever wondered how tiny creatures like fruit fly larvae get a sudden burst of energy to move around? Scientists have found that when these larvae, known as Drosophila, are hungry, their nervous system kicks into high gear. A type of neuron called type II octopaminergic motor neurons (MNs) starts firi

technology

JBL's New Headphones Bring Something Unique to the Table

January 9, 2025

At CES 2025, JBL unveiled a bunch of new audio gadgets, but one pair of headphones really stood out: the Tour One M3. Unlike other high-end headphones from brands like Sony, Bose, and Apple, the Tour One M3 comes with a handy accessory called the JBL Smart Tx audio transmitter. This little gadget le

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ESPN's Stephen A. Smith Saves NFL Star Shannon Sharpe's TV Career

January 9, 2025

When the 2023 NBA season ended, something unexpected happened. Shannon Sharpe, a legend in the NFL, left his long-time gig at FS1. He'd been working with Skip Bayless for six years, but now he was looking for a new path. Many wondered if his podcast, Club Shay Shay, would be enough. That's when Step

politics

Judge Aileen Cannon's Latest Move: Obstructing Justice?

January 9, 2025

A U. S. District Judge, Aileen Cannon, has been making some unusual decisions favoring former President Donald Trump. Her latest? She blocked the Justice Department from releasing a special counsel's report about Trump's potential crimes. The problem? Some say her actions are illegal. She doesn't ha

politics

Lawyers Fight to Halt Report on Trump's Document Case

January 8, 2025

As President-elect Donald Trump inches closer to his second term, his lawyers are pulling out all the stops to prevent a special counsel's report from being made public. Jack Smith, the special counsel investigating Trump's handling of classified documents, is facing pressure from both the Justice D

entertainment

Ali Smith's Twist: Queering Tales in Girl Meets Boy and The First Person

January 2, 2025

Have you ever wondered how stories can be retold in ways that break the rules? Ali Smith, a creative writer, does just that in her books Girl Meets Boy and The First Person and Other Stories. She takes old tales, like Ovid's Metamorphoses, and gives them a fresh, queer spin. In Girl Meets Boy, Smith

sports

Lakers Swap Players with Nets, Add Shooting and Defense

December 30, 2024

In a surprise move, the Lakers traded away D’Angelo Russell and sent three second-round picks to the Brooklyn Nets. In return, they acquired Dorian Finney-Smith, a skilled forward known for his three-point shooting and defense. This swap allows the Lakers to gain some much-needed flexibility under t

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Smoke vs. Substance: Stephen A. Smith's ESPN Style

December 8, 2024

Stephen A. Smith is a familiar face on ESPN, known for his unique blend of accents and presenting styles. He's not just paid handsomely—reportedly around $120 million for one deal—but he also has several endorsements to his name. Despite this success, Smith often faces criticism for making bold stat