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Jan 12 2025POLITICS

Meta's Factchecking End: Biden Disapproves

President Biden criticized Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's decision to replace Facebook's factchecking program with community notes. The outgoing president called the move "really shameful, " arguing it goes against American values of truth and justice. Zuckerberg, on the other hand, believes factcheckin

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Jan 12 2025BUSINESS

Fire's Impact on Rent Prices in LA: A Sudden Surge

LA's rental market is seeing a sudden boost in prices due to the recent fires devastating homes. For instance, a furnished Bel Air home's listed price jumped from $15, 900 to $29, 500 per month in just a few months. Real estate agent Fiora Aston mentioned dozens of displaced families contacting her,

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Jan 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

Helping Hands: Arcadia's Santa Anita Park Becomes a Hub

In an unexpected twist, Santa Anita Park in Arcadia has become a vital support center for those affected by the nearby Eaton Fire. People from all walks of life—evacuees and volunteers—flocked to the race track on Saturday to find help and offer support. Originally set up near the Rose Bowl in Pasad

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Next-Gen Sequencing: A New Way to Profile Cancer Genes

Scientists are now using a new technique called next-generation sequencing to look at many genes in cancer cells at once. This helps them figure out which treatments could work best. The method was tested in multiple places to make sure it's reliable and accurate. It's like having a detailed roadmap

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Boston Hospitals' Expansion: A Double-Edged Sword

Boston's MGH and Brigham and Women's hospitals are growing, adding new buildings and acquiring smaller hospitals. This growth isn't cheap. The massive $1. 9 billion expansion project on Cambridge Street is proof of that. But what's the cost to patients? With more market power, these big hospitals ca

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Jan 12 2025ENTERTAINMENT

TikTok Ban: Music Industry's Next Challenge

Imagine a world without TikTok. For the live music industry, this could become a reality if a U. S. law banning the app isn't reversed by January 19. This would be a significant blow, especially during one of the industry's busiest marketing months. In recent years, TikTok has become a powerhouse fo

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Sleep and Parkinson's: A New Way to Find Rest

Sleep can be a real struggle for people with Parkinson's disease. But there's a treatment that might help - deep brain stimulation (DBS). Instead of just helping with shaking and stiffness, scientists have found it also improves sleep. They looked at brain waves in an area called the subthalamic nuc

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Jan 11 2025FINANCE

Stock Market Drops: Jobs Data Dash Rate Cut Hopes

US stocks took a nosedive on Friday after a surprisingly strong jobs report for December. The Dow plummeted by 697 points, closing at 41, 938, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices fell by 1. 5% and 1. 6%, respectively. All three indices ended the week in the red. The economy added 256, 000 jobs las

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Neighborhoods Above Manhattan’s Toll Zone Feel Parking Pinch

Residents in parts of Upper Manhattan are frustrated. Since New York City started charging drivers to enter certain parts of the city, their streets have turned into parking nightmares. Many commuters are avoiding the new $9 toll by parking their cars in these neighborhoods and taking public transpo

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Sparta's South Pointe: A Boost for Business

Ever wondered how a city boosts its economic growth? Sparta, Wisconsin, has a secret weapon: its business parks. Let's chat about South Pointe Business Park, a shining example. Around ten years ago, Spruce City snatched up nearly 200 acres on its south side. Why? To create a hub, South Pointe, wher

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