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Hannan Magnet Academy Principal and Former Officer Recognized as 'First Friday Heroes' for Emergency Response

Hannan Magnet Academy Principal and Former Officer Recognized as 'First Friday Heroes' for Emergency Response

Christian Gibney and Hannan Magnet Academy Principal Lashonda Milledge have been honored as November's 'First Friday Heroes' for their swift and compassionate actions during a medical emergency in Columbus. The incident occurred when a driver, experiencing a heart attack, crashed near the entrance of Hannan Magnet Academy. Gibney, who was cycling along the Fall Line Trace, and Milledge, the school's principal, both former police officers, rushed to the scene. Upon finding the driver unresponsive, Gibney immediately began performing CPR while Milledge assisted. They continued to provide aid until first responders arrived. Columbus Fire and EMS transported the driver to Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown for treatment. Despite their efforts, the driver later passed away. The recognition highlights their quick thinking, compassion, and willingness to help others in a critical moment.
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Buckeyes' hopes of third straight CFP all but die with home loss to Oregon. Alabama makes statement

Buckeyes' hopes of third straight CFP all but die with home loss to Oregon. Alabama makes statement

Ohio State probably played its way out of a third straight appearance in the College Football Playoff with its 41-28 home loss to Oregon
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Quiver Distribution to Release 'Killing Time' Starring Freddie Prinze Jr. in 2027

Quiver Distribution to Release 'Killing Time' Starring Freddie Prinze Jr. in 2027

Quiver Distribution to Release 'Killing Time' Starring Freddie Prinze Jr. in 2027
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How social media reacted to UNC's road smackdown of UConn

How social media reacted to UNC's road smackdown of UConn

The UNC football team rode its most balanced performance of 2026 to a 17-point win at UConn. Here's how social media reacted to the big victory.
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Pulaski Academy Prioritizes Hands-On Learning, Limits Screen Time in Early Childhood Education

Pulaski Academy Prioritizes Hands-On Learning, Limits Screen Time in Early Childhood Education

Pulaski Academy in Little Rock, Arkansas, is implementing a new educational approach in its early childhood classrooms that significantly limits students' use of tablets and computers. Instead, the school is focusing on hands-on activities to teach a wide range of skills, from building to basic coding. According to Juli Paddie, the school's STEAM teacher, this shift is informed by research on children's brain development and the potential negative impacts of excessive screen use. Tiffany Knight, head of Pulaski Academy's Early Childhood School, stated that the goal is to improve fine motor skills, critical thinking, and vocabulary through direct engagement and dialogue among students. For technology education, the school utilizes tools like B-bots for basic coding, which allow students to learn sequencing and problem-solving without relying on screens.
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Six takeaways from UVA basketball’s 97-72 win over Northeastern

Six takeaways from UVA basketball’s 97-72 win over Northeastern

Analyzing Virginia's slow-starting win over the Huskies and Elijah Gertrude's emergence as the 'Hoos' sixth man.
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See Trump's state-by-state approval days after GOP's midterm drubbing

See Trump's state-by-state approval days after GOP's midterm drubbing

Trump’s unpopularity continues climb following his political party's trouncing in Tuesday's midterms. See which states still approve of the president.
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RHP Adam Smith to represent Mariners at AFL All-Star Game

RHP Adam Smith to represent Mariners at AFL All-Star Game

The Invisible Strike-Throwing Hand
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Two Georgia football freshmen earn ESPN recoginition

Two Georgia football freshmen earn ESPN recoginition

ESPN named two Georgia Bulldogs to its top 40 freshmen list as UGA relies on freshmen as much as they ever have
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Arch Manning stats: Texas QB is heating up. That changes everything for Longhorns

Arch Manning stats: Texas QB is heating up. That changes everything for Longhorns

For the second straight game, Arch Manning has thrown three touchdowns and no interceptions. Is the Texas football QB getting hot at the right time?
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American Heart Association Study Links Energy Drinks to Increased Cardiovascular Events in Young Adults

American Heart Association Study Links Energy Drinks to Increased Cardiovascular Events in Young Adults

New research from the American Heart Association (AHA), set to be presented at the AHA Scientific Sessions in Chicago, indicates a potential link between energy drinks and stimulant-containing supplements and serious heart problems in young adults. A retrospective observational analysis of over 28,000 FDA reports on cardiovascular events revealed that cardiac arrest was reported approximately 11 times more often in cases involving caffeine and stimulant products compared to those without. Heart attacks were reported 4.5 times more frequently, and abnormal heart rhythms or palpitations about four times more often. Elevated heart rate, chest pain, and fainting were also more common. Approximately 45% of these reported cardiovascular events associated with stimulant products occurred in adults aged 18 to 34. The stimulants examined included caffeine, methylxanthines, guarana, yerba mate, synephrine, and yohimbine, found in various products like soft drinks, meal replacement shakes, and vitamins. Dr. Pamela Be...
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Art Basel Miami Beach Offers $4,500 'Premium Discovery Pass' for Enhanced Experience

Art Basel Miami Beach Offers $4,500 'Premium Discovery Pass' for Enhanced Experience

Art Basel Miami Beach Offers $4,500 'Premium Discovery Pass' for Enhanced Experience