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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

Food Stamps vs. Sweet Treats: A Legal Battle

Food‑stamp users across the United States have filed a lawsuit against the Department of Agriculture, challenging rules that stop them from buying sugary drinks, energy drinks and candy with their benefits. The complaint, filed in a Washington, D. C. , federal court, argues that the restrictions

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Mar 11 2026FINANCE

Ligand’s Stock Rises After Bank of America Adds a Buy Rating

Bank of America has added Ligand Pharmaceuticals to its list of stocks it recommends buying, setting a new price target at $244. The move comes as the bank highlights Ligand’s business model, which focuses on high‑margin products and a lower level of risk compared to many other biopharma companies.

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Mar 06 2026FINANCE

Tokenized Securities Get Same Capital Treatment as Traditional Ones

Banks and regulators have announced that digital versions of securities, known as tokenized securities, will be treated exactly like their conventional counterparts when it comes to capital requirements. The Federal Reserve, the FDIC, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency explained that

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

Atlanta's Fight Against HIV: Can We Afford to Lose Ground?

Atlanta is a hotspot for HIV cases. Even with all the medical progress, over 30, 000 new infections happen every year in the U. S. One key tool in preventing HIV is PrEP. It's a medicine that stops HIV before it starts. But getting PrEP isn't just about having the medicine. It's also about having pl

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Feb 08 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Food Wraps Shape Our Wallets and the Planet

Food wrappers are more than just a barrier against crumbs. They also carry hidden costs that ripple through society and the environment. Recent research shows that the way we package food is driven by a mix of economic pressures, consumer habits and regulatory rules. By using system‑dynamic models,

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Jan 27 2026FINANCE

AI in Banking: New Challenges and Opportunities

Banks are diving into AI, and it's a big deal. For the third year, it's the hottest trend in finance. But it's not all smooth sailing. AI brings both benefits and risks. On one hand, it boosts efficiency and improves customer service. On the other, it opens doors to fraud, deepfakes, and voice cloni

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Banks Face Funding Challenges Amid Global Tensions

Banks in the euro area might struggle to get money from markets, especially in dollars and other foreign currencies, if global tensions keep rising. This warning came from the European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB) on a Thursday. Recently, things got tense between Europe and the U. S. over President T

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Jan 17 2026FINANCE

Credit Card Rate Cap: Banks Brace for Trump's Bold Move

Banks are in a tough spot right now. President Trump has suggested capping credit card interest rates at 10% for a year. This idea has caused quite a stir in the finance world. Banks are trying to figure out what to do next. The problem is, there's no clear plan on how this cap would work. The Whit

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Veggies That Fight Cancer: What Experts Say

Food choices matter more than ever in the fight against cancer. Experts in cancer care have a clear favorite when it comes to foods that can help prevent cancer. They say that eating more of certain vegetables can make a big difference. These vegetables, like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and kale, a

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Food Additives: Hidden Risks in Your Pantry

Food preservatives, those silent guardians of shelf life, might be doing more harm than good. Recent research from France has raised eyebrows, linking common preservatives to increased risks of cancer and type 2 diabetes. These findings, while not definitive, add to the growing chorus advocating for

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