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Boys vs Girls: Talent Growth in Norwegian Handball and Ice Hockey

December 2, 2024

Ever wondered how girls and boys fare in sporting environments? A study in Norway took a close look at 216 young athletes, split evenly between handball and ice hockey. These sports offer different success rates - handball excels, while ice hockey lags behind. The research aimed to compare how well

sports

Ohio State's History with Michigan on November 30: Wins, Scuffles, and Close Calls

November 30, 2024

November 30 isn't just any day for Ohio State. It's a date that's seen some historic games, especially against their rival, Michigan. The Buckeyes have played the Wolverines on this date five times in a row, with three straight road wins. The first game on this date was a home loss to Kenyon in 1899

health

The Frontal Brain: How Planning & Guessing Affect Our Social Smarts

November 28, 2024

Scientists are curious about how the front part of our brain, known as the prefrontal cortex, influences our grasp of other people's feelings and thoughts. This ability is called "theory of mind" (ToM). Some studies have different results about how crucial the prefrontal cortex is for this skill. Re

politics

Texas Searches for Land to Help Trump's Deportation Plans

November 27, 2024

Texas is looking for land to help the incoming Trump administration with its deportation plans. Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham said her office is spotting suitable properties across the state's 13 million acres. The project is named after Houston girl Jocelyn Nungaray, who was sadly killed

sports

Buffalo Bills vs. San Francisco 49ers: How Weather Could Affect Sunday Night's Game

November 27, 2024

This Sunday night, the Buffalo Bills will host the San Francisco 49ers at Highmark Stadium. But it's not just the teams that people are talking about. The weather is expected to play a significant role in this Week 13 matchup. Forecasters are predicting freezing temperatures, potential snowfall, and

politics

Texas Bill Aims to Tighten Abortion Pill Rules, impacting Doctors and Patients

November 26, 2024

Recently introduced in Texas, House Bill 1339 seeks to classify abortion medications like mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled substances. This follows suit from Louisiana, where a similar law has complicated doctors' work. The goal? To curb online orders for pregnancy termination by teens. Bu

entertainment

Glen Powell's Lookalikes Get a Movie Prize!

November 25, 2024

In Austin, Texas, a unique contest took place. People turned out to look like Glen Powell, the actor known for his role in Top Gun: Maverick. The event drew a big crowd, including Powell's own family members. They judged who looked most like him, and the winner got a surprise gift. Powell FaceTimed

crime

Texas Influencer's Online Feud Leads to 10-Year Prison Sentence

November 25, 2024

Ashley Grayson, a 35-year-old influencer from Dallas, was sentenced to 10 years in prison. She tried to hire someone to kill three people, including a business rival and a social media critic. Grayson ran a successful online business and had a large following. In 2022, she asked a friend from Memphi

education

Texas Schools Get Optional Bible Lessons

November 24, 2024

In a close vote, Texas' education board decided that elementary schools can teach lessons inspired by the Bible. This happened despite worries that it might push religious views on young students. The lessons will start as early as next year. Schools that use these lessons will get extra money from

health

Broken Bones and Knee Implants: What's the Link?

November 23, 2024

Ever wondered why some people with knee implants end up with broken bones? Turns out, it might have something to do with how the implant is placed. A study from a single hospital looked into this issue. They focused on a specific type of knee replacement called the Oxford unicompartmental knee arthr