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LGBTQ+ materials at middle school fuel emotional debate at Goffstown meeting

Wednesday, September 13th, 2023

via Nashua Telegraph (New Hampshire)

GOFFSTOWN – Amid flash flood warnings and heavy rain, the Goffstown High School Media Center was packed with residents, state representatives, parents, and students Monday to discuss the recent…

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Indiana tops tax revenue target in August

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023

via NWI Times (Indiana)

The state of Indiana exceeded its August tax revenue target by $50.8 million, or 1.7%, according to data released Monday by the State Budget Agency.

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Sedentary seniors more likely at risk of dementia: study

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023

via Messenger Inquirer (Kentucky)

'We were surprised to find that the risk of dementia begins to rapidly increase after 10 hours spent sedentary each day."

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Indian Superstar Akshay Kumar Breaks Records As Well As Stigma In OMG 2; Film Tackles Taboo around Sex Education in India

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023

via WSFA (Alabama)

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Carson man dishes on two decades behind high school snack bar

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023

via The Nevada Independent (Nevada)

This week's newsletter features a profile on Dave Lawson who managed concessions at Carson High School for two decades, a recap of a community meeting by Clark County trustees and more.

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Controversy over viral post about UArizona lecture on gender identity and kids

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023

via KTVK (Arizona)

The post shows a lesson plan about asking kids as young as three years old about their gender identity.

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D-Mannose for UTI: Is It a Cure?

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023

via WTOP (District of Columbia)

Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, can be painful. Unfortunately, they're also common. People of all sexes can get UTIs, but you can be at a higher risk if you are female. Research shows that more…

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Anti-Semitic 9/11 flyers appear in Portland on anniversary of attacks

Monday, September 11th, 2023

via Bangor Daily News (Maine)

Carl Currie wasn't surprised when he found one of the flyers at Congress and Park streets. 'This is the new Congress Street,' he said.

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3 ways Christian nationalism redefined American politics after 9/11

Monday, September 11th, 2023

via NJ.com (New Jersey)

From Islamophobia to shifts in voting behavior, masculinity, and the Patriot Act, let's explore the complex interplay of faith and politics that has shaped America's path in the 22 years since the New York terrorist attacks.

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To slash CDC budget, House GOP target major HIV program Trump launched

Sunday, September 10th, 2023

via The Seattle Times (Washington)

A Trump program aimed at ending the HIV epidemic is one of several health initiatives targeted for substantial cuts by members of his own party as they eye next year's elections.

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In move to slash CDC budget, House Republicans Target major HIV program Trump launched

Sunday, September 10th, 2023

via The Kansas City Star (Kansas)

More than four years ago, then-President Donald Trump declared an ambitious goal that had bipartisan support: ending the HIV epidemic in the United States.

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Conservative book ban push fuels library exodus from national association that stands up for books

Saturday, September 9th, 2023

via The Billings Gazette (Montana)

More libraries are cutting ties with the American Library Association as the professional group stands up for books some say children shouldn't have access to because of their content.

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A less colorful fall for TV viewers, but there’s still plenty to see

Friday, September 8th, 2023

via The Boston Globe (Massachusetts)

Thirteen new series, featuring the likes of Brie Larson, Jesse L. Martin, and Mark Ruffalo, and five returnees, including "Fargo" and "The Crown," will keep us on our couches, remotes in hand.

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Fall TV 2023: New and Returning Shows to Watch

Friday, September 8th, 2023

via The New York Times (New York)

Even with much of Hollywood on strike, there will be plenty of notable new and returning shows arriving in the next few months.

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Arizona nursing class lecture on when to talk with young kids about gender identity goes viral

Friday, September 8th, 2023

via azcentral.com (Arizona)

A slide from a University of Arizona class that appears to suggest nurses talk with kids as young as 3 about their gender identity went viral on TikTok.

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All the new movies and TV shows streaming in September

Thursday, September 7th, 2023

via Boston.com (Massachusetts)

New movies and TV shows streaming in September 2023 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Prime Video, Disney+, Paramount+, Apple TV+, and Peacock.

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Study shows some significant benefits to attending an all-girls …

Thursday, September 7th, 2023

via ClickOnDetroit (Michigan)

When we think about the education our children receive, and the environment in which they learn, most of us hope for the best. But what does that mean? Perhaps, it's something different to each person.

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The Highest Grossing Film of 2023 Worldwide BARBIE

Tuesday, September 5th, 2023

via WSFA (Alabama)

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5 burning questions that will define N.J.’s new school year

Tuesday, September 5th, 2023

via NJ.com (New Jersey)

The kids are back in class. These key issues will shape their experiences.

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