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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Why Lower Interest Rates Might Not Be the Best Idea

Howard Marks, a big name in finance, thinks the Federal Reserve might be messing with interest rates too much. He reckons that when the Fed plays around with rates, people start taking bigger risks with their money. Right now, he doesn't see why rates need to go much lower. In a chat with Bloomberg

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Lululemon's CEO Steps Aside as Company Faces Challenges

Lululemon Athletica is going through a big change. Calvin McDonald, the CEO, is leaving in January after leading the company for about seven years. This move comes as Lululemon faces tough times in the U. S. market, where it's losing ground to newer, trendier brands. The company is on the hunt for

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Dec 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

Ghana Takes a Stand: Protecting Forests from Mining

Ghana has made a big decision to stop mining in its forest reserves. This move is all about protecting the environment, especially water sources and forests. The country is known for its gold, but small-scale mining has been causing a lot of problems. It's destroying cocoa farms, damaging forests an

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and the Hidden DKA Risk: What You Need to Know

Pregnancy changes a lot in a woman's body. These changes can make expecting mothers more likely to develop a serious condition called euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). This is a tricky form of DKA. It happens when blood sugar levels are normal or only slightly high, but the body is still in da

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Dec 12 2025SCIENCE

Smart Tiny Containers for Better Oil Extraction

Getting more oil from the ground is tricky. One way is to use chemicals, but it's expensive and can harm the environment. Now, there's a new idea: tiny capsules filled with chemicals. These capsules can be sent deep into the oil fields. They release chemicals only where they are needed. This can sav

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

Michigan's Coaching Change: What Happened Behind the Scenes?

Sherrone Moore's time as Michigan's head coach ended abruptly. The university's athletic director, Warde Manuel, knew about Moore's mental health struggles before letting him go. This news came from someone close to the program. Moore's firing wasn't just about his recent issues. It turns out this

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Dec 12 2025CELEBRITIES

Jelly Roll's Journey: From Fear to Triumph

Jelly Roll, a well-known country singer, has been open about his health struggles and the significant changes he's made. He's not just talking about his impressive 200-pound weight loss, but also the deep fears he faced before deciding to change his life. At 41, Jelly Roll realized he was playing a

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

Raccoon Rabies Alert: What You Need to Know

A raccoon in Annapolis has tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials in Anne Arundel County to issue a warning. The raccoon was found on Melvin Road, near Ferry Point Road, and anyone who may have come into contact with it is urged to reach out to the Department of Health. Rabies is a

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

A Leader Steps Down: What's Next for Mental Health and Addiction Services?

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is about to see a change at the top. Art Kleinschmidt, who has been acting as the head of the agency, is set to leave his position this Friday. This news comes as no surprise to those following the agency, as it has been operatin

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

A Glimmer of Hope: Suicide Rates Take a Small Step Down

In 2024, the U. S. saw a slight decrease in suicide rates, a small but significant shift after years of climbing numbers. The CDC reports that around 48, 800 people died by suicide, which is about 500 fewer than the previous year. This means the rate dropped to 13. 7 deaths per 100, 000 people, down

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