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1+ hour, 47+ min ago (702+ words) A total of 20,162 U.S. infants died in 2023. It's a reminder of the countless parents, siblings and friends forever changed by profound, blindsiding loss every year. For one Atlanta-area parent, that unimaginable grief became a mission. Determined to make a difference, he's tethering the bereaved into a welcoming virtual reality. Lei Zhang, an assistant professor of game development at Kennesaw State University, researches how artificial intelligence-enhanced virtual reality can support mental health. As a member of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's Quality of Life, Grief and Bereavement Support steering council, he also works directly with parents facing loss through bereavement services and mentorship. Now, he's channeling both his expertise and his experience into designing a new kind of program that brings group therapy into a virtual space. Why? He's spent years grieving himself....

4+ hour, 32+ min ago (683+ words) Carrollton and Marist defeated defending champions Grayson and North Oconee, ended the state's two longest winning streaks, while Sumter County and West Laurens advanced to their first semifinals in history in state football playoffs Friday night. Worth County and Pepperell broke semifinal droughts dating to the 1990s, and Kell was notably impressive, blowing out Class 4A's No. 2 team, Cartersville, 48-21....

12+ hour, 18+ min ago (406+ words) Georgia will get a chance to defend its SEC championship, and it could come against its nemesis, Alabama. Brett Davis / Imagn Images Georgia will get a chance to defend its SEC championship, and it could come against the Bulldogs" nemesis, Alabama. Alternatively, it could come against Ole Miss, perhaps delaying coach Lane Kiffin"s decision on whether to leave Oxford. That"s the consequence of Texas"s win over Texas A&M on Friday night, which also eliminated the previously unbeaten Aggies from the SEC race. Georgia, which got a non-conference win over Georgia Tech on Friday, was already in the clubhouse with a 7-1 conference record. Ole Miss also got to 7-1 with a win at Mississippi State, while Texas A&M fell to 7-1 with the loss. That creates the possibility of a four-way tie for first place if Alabama (6-1) wins…...

18+ hour, 34+ min ago (694+ words) ANN ARBOR, Mich. " The Game has had many upsets, including last year when Michigan stunned Ohio State as nearly 20-point underdogs. The top-ranked Buckeyes don't want the 15th-ranked Wolverines to add to the long list Saturday at the Big House. If Michigan wins a fifth straight games in the rivalry, it would rank as the second-biggest upset in terms of point spreads in at least 30 years. Michigan was a 10-point underdog on Thursday, according to BetMGM Sportbook. Here's a look back at the top five upsets, based on point spreads, and two other matchups with stunning results in the storied series that dates to 1897. Perhaps the most memorable game in one of the greatest rivalries in sports came more than a half-century ago. Bo Schembechler capped his debut season as Michigan coach by beating his mentor, Woody Hayes, and the…...

18+ hour, 44+ min ago (73+ words) 10/11's Kevin Sjuts spoke with the Athletics' Mitch Sherman prior to the Huskers' game against the Iowa Hawkeyes. The Cornhuskers have one more shot at regular-season glory as the Iowa Hawkeyes come ... Columbus teen to be recognized as Hero during Husker game NReport: House Divided: Living with the other side of rivalry Nebraska vs Iowa Pregame Show - 1-on-1 with Athletic's Mitch Sherman Nebraska vs Iowa Pregame Show - Part One...

19+ hour, 15+ min ago (69+ words) Now that Thanksgiving has passed, it is time for Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate as the No. 4 Georgia Bulldogs take on the No. 23 Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Who: No. 4 Georgia Bulldogs vs. No. 23 Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets When: Friday, Nov. 28 at 3:30 p.m. EST Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta Stream: DIRECTV (free trial); FuboTV; SlingTV; ESPN...

20+ hour, 17+ min ago (501+ words) A small town like Athens can be bellwether for the larger trends happening around the country. In drinking terms, distilleries, especially small or microdistilleries, are seeing a dramatic rise, while craft beer is experiencing a downturn. A few inventive brands in Georgia are both brewing and distilling, diversifying their product portfolio and reaching a wider audience....

23+ hour, 17+ min ago (167+ words) St. Edward (OH) 27, Mentor 7 Middletown 21, Huber Hts. Wayne 14 Lewis Center Olentangy Orange 39, Pickerington Central 7 St. Xavier (OH) 42, Cin. Elder 34 Cuyahoga Falls Walsh Jesuit 35, Akr. Hoban 7 Avon 36, Medina Highland 19 Sunbury Big Walnut 27, Massillon Washington 21 Cin. Anderson 38, Trotwood-Madison 7 Cuyahoga Falls CVCA 42, Cle. VASJ 7 Tol. Cent. Cath. 57, Rocky River 28 Cols. Bishop Watterson 43, Steubenville 0 Tipp City Tippecanoe 33, London 16 Cle. Glenville 35, Perry 7 Shelby 41, Galion 7 Gnadenhutten Indian Valley 34, New Lexington 0 Cin. Indian Hill 41, Germantown Valley View 14 Youngs. Mooney 48, Girard 14 Liberty Center 38, Genoa 0 Lewistown Indian Lake 35, Richwood N. Union 21 Kirtland 21, Sugarcreek Garaway 7 Bascom Hopewell-Loudon 35, Carey 0 N. Robinson Col. Crawford 35, W. Jefferson 7 Coldwater 14, Anna 12 Jeromesville Hillsdale 25, Danville 20 McDonald 42, Mogadore 21 Columbus Grove 31, Leipsic 6 St. Henry (OH) 24, Maria Stein Marion Local 7...

23+ hour, 28+ min ago (107+ words) The Bellefonte Knights of Columbus once again spent the holiday serving others with their annual Thanksgiving dinner. The Knights of Columbus partnered with local businesses and community leaders to prepare what they call Bellefonte's only free Thanksgiving dinner for the public, with hundreds of people joining the organization for the dinner. Organizers said the annual event is part of their mission to serve the community and those who may be less fortunate than them. The Knights of Columbus prepared more than 20 turkeys and a dozen hams, alongside various side dishes. The Knights also accepted donations at the meal to fund their community and scholarship programs....