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Olivia Dunne's $4. 2 Million Boost: LSU’s Hidden Power

December 14, 2024

Have you ever heard of a college athlete making millions just by being themselves? Meet Olivia Dunne, LSU's gymnast who's raking in an impressive $4. 2 million a year through NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals. She's not just dominating on the gymnastics mat, she's also topping charts like Forbes' Cr

celebrities

Jordan Chiles: From Dreams to Reality in SI Swimsuit

December 14, 2024

Just over two years ago, Jordan Chiles was on a beach with friends, playing around and imagining a Sports Illustrated photoshoot. Fast forward, she's now living her dream as a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit athlete. The accomplishment came after winning gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but also facing

sports

NASCAR Legend Richard Petty's Simple Advice for Busy Racers

December 13, 2024

NASCAR racers have a hectic schedule, with 36 race weekends and non-stop practicing. Even legends like Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott spend off-seasons racing on dirt or cart tracks. But 7-time Cup Series champ, Richard Petty, says it's important to enjoy the moment. He suggests, "Enjoy your life a l

health

The Role of miRNAs in Cancer Drug Resistance: A Closer Look

December 12, 2024

Cancer is a major health issue worldwide, and breast cancer, in particular, is a significant concern. Despite advancements in treatment and prevention, it remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of breast cancer.

health

Cracking the Code: How the Nose Can Deliver Medicine to the Brain

December 12, 2024

The brain is a complex and sensitive organ, protected from the outside world by a series of barriers. These barriers, like the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and blood-cerebrospinal fluid barrier (BCSFB), act like a fortress, letting only certain molecules in while keeping out potential threats—including

science

Mars Helicopter Mystery Solved: Why Ingenuity Crashed

December 12, 2024

Eleven months after Ingenuity, a helicopter on Mars, made its last flight, engineers and scientists from NASA and a private company involved in its creation have found the probable cause of its crash. The problem? The chopper's sensors didn't see enough detail on Mars' smooth surface to figure out i

crime

When Trust is Betrayed: The Gymnastics Photographer Scandal

December 9, 2024

Imagine going to a gymnastics event, thinking it's all about fun and skill. Little did the parents and kids know, the photographer there had a dark secret. David Eric Yellen, a once-trusted figure in Michigan's gymnastics community, was recently sentenced to seven years in prison. The 59-year-old's

politics

Trump Calls on China to End Ukraine War

December 9, 2024

Former U. S. President Donald Trump has urged China to help stop the war in Ukraine. He made this call just a day after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Paris. Trump suggested an immediate ceasefire and negotiations, arguing that too many lives are being lost. He believes that

technology

The Memory Chip Race: Speeding Up AI

December 9, 2024

Ever wished your computer could zip through data like a race car? That's where high bandwidth memory (HBM) chips enter the picture. These chips are like data superhighways, making AI tasks and graphics cards super fast. The United States is concerned about giving China an edge in the military by exp

science

NASA's New Space Goals: Unraveling Earth's Shield and the Sun's Mysteries

December 8, 2024

Imagine diving into space exploration without even leaving Earth. NASA has some thrilling plans up its sleeve, according to experts from the National Academies. They suggest focusing on two big projects. First, they want to figure out the magnetosphere, which is like an invisible shield around our p