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Dec 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Korean Stars Chase Hollywood Fame

South Korean actors are increasingly looking to Hollywood for opportunities, driven by the global success of Korean entertainment. This shift is not just about fame but also about breaking free from local industry constraints. Actors like Amy Baik are finding that Hollywood offers a different set o

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Dec 15 2025LIFESTYLE

Singapore Steps Up for Migrant Workers: Big Changes Ahead

Singapore is taking big steps to improve life for migrant workers. These workers play a huge role in building the country. They work in tough jobs like construction and shipyards. Now, the government is making plans to give them better healthcare, housing, and fun activities. Healthcare is getting

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Dec 15 2025SCIENCE

Tiny Tools for Smart DNA Delivery

Scientists have created a clever way to deliver DNA into single cells using tiny glass tools called nanopipettes. These tools are special because they can release DNA on demand, thanks to a clever trick involving pH levels. The key to this innovation is something called an i-motif. This is a piece

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Dec 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Building the Future: Sergey Nazarov's Vision for On-Chain Finance

Sergey Nazarov, a key figure in the crypto world, has been working tirelessly since 2017 to integrate the global financial system with blockchain technology. As the co-founder of Chainlink Labs, he has been instrumental in expanding the Chainlink network beyond just being an oracle for decentralized

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Dec 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

Sumatra's Road to Recovery: What Lies Ahead?

Sumatra, Indonesia, is slowly picking up the pieces after devastating floods and landslides. The disaster, triggered by a powerful cyclone, has left over 1, 000 people dead. Many more are still missing. The storms also caused destruction in nearby countries, with around 200 lives lost in southern Th

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Dec 15 2025EDUCATION

School Days Shortened: A New Plan for Southern Boone County

Southern Boone County R-I School District is considering a big change. They might switch to a four-day school week. This could start in the 2026-27 school year. On the days they do go to school, classes would run longer. School would start at 7:50 a. m. and end at 3:25 p. m. from Tuesday to Friday.

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Dec 15 2025HEALTH

Food and Stress: How What You Eat Affects Your Heart

Stress is a part of life. But did you know it can mess with your heart? When someone is stressed, their body reacts in ways that aren't always good. One big problem is that stress can make blood vessels act up. And guess what? What you eat plays a role in this too. When people are stressed, they of

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Dec 14 2025FINANCE

EU to Charge €3 on Low-Value Parcels from 2026

Starting in July 2026, the EU will impose a €3 customs duty on small parcels valued under €150. This change targets the surge in online shopping, particularly from Chinese platforms like Shein and Temu. Initially, the EU planned to remove the €150 exemption by 2028, but they sped up the process. Th

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Dec 14 2025FINANCE

Solana ETFs: Investors Bet Big Despite Price Drop

Solana's price might be going down, but that isn't stopping investors from putting money into Solana ETFs. Last week, these ETFs saw money flowing in for seven days straight. The biggest day was Tuesday, with $16. 6 million added. So far, Solana ETFs have pulled in $674 million since they started.

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Dec 14 2025BUSINESS

Opportunities in Staten Island: State Jobs with Big Paychecks

Staten Island is buzzing with new job openings in December, offering a mix of roles that cater to different skill levels and education backgrounds. These positions, ranging from addictions counseling to construction field work, come with competitive salaries, from $35. 54 per hour to a whopping $80,

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