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A Quick Check for the Brain: Testing Speed in Multiple Sclerosis

December 2, 2025

Multiple sclerosis is a tricky condition. It can slow down how quickly the brain works. To measure this, scientists made a new test. It's called the Auditory Test of Processing Speed, or ATOPS for short. This test is special. It doesn't rely on sight. It also doesn't test other brain functions. It j

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Big Moves in College Hoops: Michigan and Michigan State Shake Up Rankings

December 2, 2025

The latest AP Top 25 men’s basketball rankings saw some big changes. Michigan climbed to the No. 3 spot, while Michigan State and Iowa State both cracked the top 10. Purdue and Arizona stayed at the top, with Purdue getting the most first-place votes. Duke and UConn also held their spots in the top

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Trump's Health Check: What's Normal and What's Not?

December 2, 2025

President Donald Trump, at 79, had a thorough health check-up last October. His doctor, Captain Sean Barbabella, shared the results. The MRI scans of Trump's heart and belly were "perfectly normal. " This means no blockages in his arteries or problems with his heart or major blood vessels. His belly

crime

Coach in Peoria Faces Serious Accusations

December 2, 2025

A coach from Peoria is in big trouble. Aydan Trueblood, 22, is accused of hurting a young girl who played in the sports team he coached. He is locked up and will stay that way until his trial. The bad thing happened at his parents' house. The girl and Trueblood talked on Snapchat. Then, she left he

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A Chicago Counselor's Dark Legacy: Trust Betrayed

December 2, 2025

A man who once held a position of trust in a Chicago hospital now faces serious charges. Edmund Rivers, a former mental health counselor, is accused of sexually assaulting five young boys. These assaults allegedly happened between 1996 and 2004 at Hartgrove Behavioral Health Hospital. The hospital,

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NFL Week 13: Chaos, Surprises, and a Wide-Open Race

December 1, 2025

Week 13 of the NFL season was a wild ride, showing just how unpredictable this year has been. The Chicago Bears are now at the top of the NFC after the Los Angeles Rams had a rough game. The Dallas Cowboys also had a strong week, beating teams that were in the Super Bowl last year. The Denver Bronco

politics

A Tense Phone Call Between Trump and Maduro

December 1, 2025

A recent phone call between U. S. President Donald Trump and Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro made headlines. The conversation took place on November 21st, but details are still unclear. Trump mentioned the call but didn't share much. He simply said it wasn't good or bad, just a phone call. Sour

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The Rise of One-Sided Online Connections

December 1, 2025

In 2025, the Cambridge Dictionary named \'parasocial\' its Word of the Year. This term describes the bond people feel with celebrities, influencers, or even AI, despite never meeting them. It’s like having a friendship with someone who doesn’t know you exist. The idea of parasocial relationships is

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Laughs and Controversy: The Book of Mormon Hits Little Rock

December 1, 2025

The Book of Mormon is coming to the Robinson Center this weekend. Shows are on Friday at 7:30 p. m. and Saturday at 2 p. m. and 7:30 p. m. Tickets range from $36 to $153. This musical has won nine Tony Awards. It has been running on Broadway for a long time. But it is still very bold and funny. The

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Why Are Fewer People Trusting Religion Today?

December 1, 2025

People today are less trusting of religion than they used to be. This isn't just about recent scandals or bad news. It's been happening for a long time. Back in 1973, only 16% of Americans had little trust in religion. But by 2024, that number jumped to 35%. This drop in trust isn't just about reli