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pact

Chicago's Hemp Businesses Face Tough Times After Federal Ban

November 14, 2025

A recent federal bill has put a damper on Chicago's hemp industry. The bill, which ended a government shutdown, also closed a loophole that allowed hemp products with small traces of THC to be sold as drinks, edibles, vapes, and more. This has left many businesses in a tough spot. Hemp business own

science

What Do Americans Really Think About Hidden Memories?

November 14, 2025

In the United States, a vast majority of adults believe in the idea of repressed memories. This belief is not just held by a few; it's widespread across different groups. Nearly everyone, about 94%, thinks that memories can be hidden away in the mind without a person knowing. Women, especially thos

health

TV Show Sparks Surge in Drug Searches: What's the Deal?

November 14, 2025

A recent study has uncovered an interesting trend: after the release of the third season of the popular TV show "The White Lotus, " there was a significant increase in online searches for lorazepam. This drug, also known as Ativan, is a type of benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety. The study, condu

politics

Elite Connections: Who Kept in Touch with Jeffrey Epstein?

November 14, 2025

Newly released documents reveal that Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, maintained connections with influential figures even after his 2008 conviction. These figures include politicians, academics, and celebrities, raising questions about how someone with his background could still interact

weather

Weather Wonders: How Ocean Temperature Changes Shape Our World

November 14, 2025

Long ago, fishermen near Peru and Ecuador noticed something odd. Every few years, the ocean water near their fishing spots would get warmer. This warm water drove fish away, making it tough for the fishermen to catch enough to eat. They called this strange event "El Niño, " which means "The Child" i

politics

Chicago's Mayor Makes Budget Moves, But Will It Be Enough?

November 14, 2025

Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson is trying to make his $16. 6 billion budget work by making some changes. He's facing a lot of pushback, though, and it's not clear if these changes will be enough to get the support he needs from the City Council. One of the big changes is about a tax on businesses.

environment

Deep Dive: Burying Our Toxic Mess

November 14, 2025

People around the world are making a lot of trash. Some of it is really dangerous. One type of trash that scares people the most is radioactive waste. Countries are planning to bury this waste deep underground in special places. This is a huge job that will take a lot of time, money, and smart peopl

opinion

Salt Lake City's Nuclear Wake-Up Call

November 14, 2025

In 2008, city leaders across the U. S. got a harsh lesson. They saw what a nuclear blast could do to their home. It was a wake-up call. But did they act? Not really. Now, years later, most cities still don't have a plan. That's a big problem. The Cold War ended, but the fear of nuclear attack didn'

opinion

Cannabis Nearby: A Closer Look at Mental Health Effects

November 14, 2025

Living close to a cannabis shop might be doing more harm than good to mental health. A recent study found that people living within a 10-minute drive of a cannabis retailer had higher rates of mental health issues. This includes depression, anxiety, and even psychosis. The study looked at Medicaid d

environment

Wildfire Wreaks Havoc in Mono County: A Race Against Time

November 14, 2025

A wildfire, now known as the Pack fire, erupted near Crowley Lake in Mono County on a Thursday afternoon. It quickly grew to a massive 1, 000 acres, putting homes in the McGee Trailer Park at risk. The fire started near McGee Creek Road, just west of Highway 395, around 12:30 p. m. , as reported by