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Dec 30 2025HEALTH

Glucose Monitoring: What's the Real Deal for Prediabetes?

A recent study stirred up some buzz by suggesting that there's no clear link between hemoglobin A1c levels and continuous glucose monitor (CGM) metrics in people with prediabetes or normal blood sugar. But what does this really mean? First, let's break down the basics. Hemoglobin A1c is a blood tes

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Dec 30 2025BUSINESS

Buying a Home: Easier Now, But Saving for a Down Payment Remains Tough

Home prices across the country are not rising as fast as they used to. In fact, they are almost the same as they were a year ago. Some cities, like Chicago and New York, have seen prices go up. But others, like Tampa and Phoenix, have seen prices drop. Mortgage rates have also gone down. The averag

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Dec 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's S26 Ultra: A Wobbly Camera Bump?

Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra is making waves, and not just because of its features. The latest talk is about its camera design. It seems Samsung is borrowing ideas from the Galaxy Z Fold 7, with a camera module that stands out more than usual. This isn't just about appearance; it's a functional change

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Dec 30 2025HEALTH

Fasting Safely with Type 1 Diabetes: A Teen's Guide

People with type 1 diabetes (T1D) face big challenges when they go without food for a long time. A recent study looked at how well automated insulin delivery (AID) systems worked during a 25-hour fast, like the one observed during Yom Kippur. The goal was to see if these systems could keep blood sug

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

A Shadowy Conflict: Lawmaker's Ties to a Sanctioned Billionaire

A Conservative lawmaker, Lord Wolfson, finds himself in hot water. He's a shadow attorney general and a lawyer for Roman Abramovich, a Russian billionaire under UK sanctions. Labour isn't happy about this setup. They say it's a conflict of interest. Justice Minister Jake Richards even called it "ind

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Dec 30 2025SPORTS

College Basketball's Rulebook: Time for a Makeover?

College basketball is in a bit of a pickle. The recent move by Baylor to add James Nnaji, a 2023 NBA draft pick, has sparked a heated debate. This has left many coaches scratching their heads, wondering what the rules even are. Dan Hurley, the coach of the UConn Huskies, is one of them. He was shoc

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Dec 30 2025LIFESTYLE

Why Reinvention Beats Resolutions

New Year's Day often brings a mix of regret and hope, pushing people to make resolutions. These resolutions are usually lists of habits people want to change. But, research shows that reinvention works better than resolutions. Reinvention is different from resolutions. It changes the way people see

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Dec 30 2025FINANCE

Smart Ways to Use Personal Loans in 2025

Personal loans can be a handy tool when you need extra cash. They are simple: you borrow money from a bank or online lender and pay it back over time, usually in 1 to 5 years. The good news is that some lenders are offering low rates right now. For example, LightStream has rates as low as 6. 24%, We

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Dec 30 2025BUSINESS

German Probe into Usmanov's Alleged Violations Ends with a Deal

A recent investigation by German authorities into Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov has come to a close. The probe focused on alleged violations of foreign trade laws. Specifically, it looked into payments made for security services at two properties in Bavaria. The payments were made between Apri

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Dec 30 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Celebrating Birthdays on December 30th

December 30th is a special day for many famous faces. It's the day when stars like Tiger Woods and Eliza Dushku add another candle to their birthday cakes. But did you know there's more to these celebs than just their famous roles and achievements? Take Tiger Woods, for example. He's not just a gol

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