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Oregon Ducks vs. James Madison Dukes: A Clash of Titans at Autzen Stadium

December 21, 2025

The Oregon Ducks are making history by hosting their first-ever College Football Playoff game at Autzen Stadium. Their opponents, the James Madison Dukes, are no pushovers, boasting an impressive 11-1 season and a Sun Belt Conference championship under their belts. Ticket prices for this high-stake

lifestyle

The Big Dilemma: Office or Home for Parents?

December 21, 2025

Parents today face a tough choice: work from home for $120, 000 or head to the office for double that. This debate sparked by a viral video shows just how divided opinions are. The idea came from a social media influencer who asked if people would take a lower-paying remote job or a higher-paying o

science

Sugarcane's Tiny Foe: The Secret Life of a Plant Invader

December 21, 2025

In the world of sugarcane, there's a sneaky bacterium called Xanthomonas albilineans that causes leaf scald disease. It's a tiny troublemaker with a small genome, which might be why it's so good at living inside plants. Scientists recently took a close look at what this bacterium is doing inside sug

education

The Struggle for School: Rohingya Refugees and the Right to Learn

December 21, 2025

The Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh face a tough reality when it comes to education. Despite international laws that promise everyone the right to learn, these promises often stay just that—promises. The Rohingyas, who fled violence in Myanmar, find themselves in a tricky situation. Bangladesh has t

science

Cosmic Crashes: The Eye of Sauron Star's Wild Past

December 20, 2025

In space, 25 light-years away, a star called Fomalhaut is making waves. Known as the "Eye of Sauron" due to its striking dust belt, this star has been the site of some incredible cosmic events. Over the past 20 years, astronomers have witnessed not one, but two massive collisions between rocky objec

science

The Ursids: A Hidden Gem in the Night Sky

December 20, 2025

The Ursid meteor shower, often overlooked, is set to light up the night sky. It will reach its peak between Sunday night and early Monday morning. Sky-watchers might see five to ten meteors per hour during this time. This event happens around the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. The t

health

Shaking Up Childhood Vaccines: What’s Changing and Why It Matters

December 20, 2025

Big changes are coming to how kids in the U. S. get their vaccines. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is planning to shake things up. He wants to use a vaccine schedule from Denmark, a country much smaller and less diverse than the U. S. This could mean fewer shots for American children. This

politics

Coast Guard Takes Another Ship in the Caribbean

December 20, 2025

The U. S. Coast Guard is busy again. This time, they are stopping a ship in the Caribbean Sea. The ship is near Venezuela. It is one of those ships that the U. S. has put sanctions on. Three U. S. officials say this is happening. But they don't say which ship it is or where exactly it is happening. ...

sports

The Odd Two-Point Play That Puzzled a Coach

December 20, 2025

Sean McVay, the Rams' coach, recently found himself in a confusing situation after a wild two-point conversion in a game against the Seahawks. This play tied the score, and McVay wasn't happy with how it went down. He explained, "It's a technicality issue. " The rule says that fumbles can't be adva

lifestyle

Winter Safety and Community Spirit: A Guide to Enjoying the Season

December 20, 2025

Winter is here, and with it comes snow, ice, and the holiday season. It's a time for joy, but also a time to be careful. Everyone has a role to play in keeping the community safe and happy during these cold months. First, let's talk about snow removal. It's not just about being a good neighbor; it'