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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

The CFO's Guide to Staying Calm in a Chaotic World

Finance leaders face a tough job. They deal with constant changes and high stress. But what if the key to success isn't just about crunching numbers? What if it's about mindset? A recent conversation with Chikako Tyler, COO at California Bank & Trust, shed light on this. She's not your typical fina

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Australia's Struggle to Define Unethical in Government Contracts

Australia is facing a challenge. It wants to stop companies with bad behavior from working with the government. But what exactly is "bad behavior"? That's the big question. A recent proposal wants to ban companies that act unethically. But what does "unethical" mean? The finance department thinks t

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Dec 18 2025CRIME

The Hidden Cost of True Crime Stories

True crime stories are everywhere these days. They are on podcasts, TV shows, and documentaries. Many families of victims share their stories hoping it will help solve the case. But this can be really tough on them. Research shows that these stories can make things worse for the families. They ofte

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

San Diego's Money Moves: What's Happening to Your Cash?

San Diego County is considering some significant tax adjustments. These changes could lead to more revenue for the government, but they might also leave residents with less money in their pockets. Let's explore what's on the table. One proposal involves increasing the sales tax by one cent in the c

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Dec 18 2025SCIENCE

Fungi's Clever Tricks Against Medicines

Fungi are wily opponents. They can alter their form to evade the effects of medications. Scientists chose two familiar fungi, Aspergillus fumigatus and Candida albicans, to observe their reactions to two common antifungal drugs: AmBisome and Caspofungin. AmBisome is quick. It halts fungal growth ra

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Dec 18 2025SPORTS

Bet on Sports with Kalshi and Grab a $10 Bonus

Kalshi is a platform where you can bet on sports outcomes. It's not your typical betting site. Instead, it's a prediction market. You buy and sell contracts based on what you think will happen. For example, you can bet on who will win a game, the point spread, or even how many points a player will s

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Connecticut Welcomes Twin Peaks: A New Spot for Sports Fans

Twin Peaks is making a big move into Connecticut. This popular sports lodge chain is teaming up with local entrepreneurs to open three new spots across the state. The new locations will be in busy areas like New Haven, Hartford, and Stamford. The people behind this expansion are Deepak Verma and Ka

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Dec 18 2025HEALTH

Dairy Delights: Unexpected Brain Boosters?

A recent study suggests that indulging in high-fat cheese and cream might actually be good for your brain. Over a span of 25 years, researchers found that people who ate around 50 grams or more of high-fat cheese daily had a lower risk of dementia. This includes a reduced risk of vascular dementia,

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

A New Road Plan for Central Florida: What You Need to Know

Central Florida is planning a new road called the Southport Connector. This road will link Poinciana Parkway to Florida’s Turnpike and Canoe Creek Road. It will run along Cypress Parkway, curve around Lake Russell, and pass by Lake Tohopekaliga. Some people who live nearby are not happy about this

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Dec 18 2025HEALTH

Workplace Skin Reactions: What You Need to Know

Workplace skin reactions, often called occupational contact urticaria (OCU), happen when someone's skin reacts to something they touch at work. These reactions can be caused by chemicals or proteins. There are two main types: nonimmunologic (irritant) and immunologic (IgE-mediated). The immunologic

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