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Supreme Court Hears Major Case on Transgender Athletes
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could have a lasting impact on school sports nationwide, deciding whether states can ban transgender from competing on girls’ teams. There has been debate over this topic due to physical advantages and fairness to cisgender girls. Learn more as told by Leila Gardner.
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Bullying and the Rumor Mill: What are the Effects?
School is meant to be a safe environment where students are able to learn and connect with each other. However for some school is a place associated with fear and distress as bullying remains one of the biggest issues facing the student population. Learn more as told by Zoe Rodriguez.
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Department of Justice Releases the Long-Awaited Epstein Files
In December of 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice released thousands of pages of documents related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, dubbed the Epstein Files. However, with its release, instead of bringing clarity to the situation has brought frustration and criticism due to it’s heavily censored state. As told by Isabella Chavez.
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Greenland Leader Says Island Chooses Denmark Over U.S. Amid Rising Tensions
With U.S. President Donald Trump showing renewed interest in the United States acquiring Greenland, Greenland’s prime minster made a blunt response, that if they were forced to choose they would choose Denmark over the U.S. The United States’ ambition for resources and Greenland’s denial has brought up tensions between the countries. Learn more as told…
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North Korea Conducts New Missile Tests, Raising Regional Concerns
This past month, North Korea’s missile tests rose concerns across East Asia and the greater global climate. Learn more about the tests, what U.S. officials have to say, and the thoughts of MLEC students, as told by Belinda Bermudez.
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FDA Calls For Removal of Suicide Warnings
The FDA recently removed warnings regarding suicidal ideation for GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic after a comprehensive meta-analysis found no causal link. While monitoring continues due to the complex relationship between obesity and mental health, clinical data supports the drugs’ safety, as told by Rebeca Funes.
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The Lost Art Of Looking Up
Modern posture, often dubbed “text neck,” places immense physical strain on the spine, equivalent to carrying sixty pounds. Beyond physical pain, research suggests that slouching impacts mood, while intentionally looking up fosters awe and connection, as explained by Mia Palacios.
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The Hidden Intelligence of Animals
Recent research suggests animal intelligence is far more complex than many assume. From “Gifted” dogs learning language by eavesdropping to the remarkable memories of dolphins and elephants, nature is full of cognitive brilliance that defies simple expectations, as explained by Kelcey Etheridge.
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