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Dec 13 2025HEALTH

Understanding the Hidden Struggles of Faith-Based Helpers

Ever wondered why some people who help others in the name of faith might feel drained or lonely? A recent study shed light on this by creating a new tool to measure a unique kind of burnout called spiritual empathy fatigue. This isn't your typical burnout. It's a mix of feeling overwhelmed by others

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Dec 13 2025SCIENCE

Tiny Plastic Troubles: A New Way to Spot Microplastics

Microplastics are a big problem. They are tiny plastic bits that are hard to see and even harder to find in nature. These little pieces come from bigger plastics that break down over time. They mix with natural stuff and change chemically. This makes them tricky to identify. Scientists have found a

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Dec 13 2025WEATHER

Chicago Braces for a Chilly Weekend

Chicago is about to get really cold. A weather alert has been sent out for many areas around the city. This alert covers parts of Illinois and Indiana. It starts Saturday night and lasts until noon on Sunday. During this time, the wind will make it feel like it's -20 to -25 degrees outside. This kin

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

More Rain on the Horizon for Fraser Valley

The Fraser Valley is bracing for another round of wet weather. After a massive downpour on Wednesday, Environment Canada has issued a heads-up about more rain in the coming days. The eastern part of the Fraser Valley, including Chilliwack, Abbotsford, and Hope, has already seen a lot of rain. Some

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Austrian Tycoon's Legal Battles Continue

Rene Benko, a former Austrian property mogul, is not backing down. His legal team announced plans to challenge a recent court decision. The court found Benko guilty of hiding assets during a financial crisis. This is not his first legal fight. He is already appealing an earlier conviction for simila

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Brace for a Chilly Surprise: A Sudden Cold Snap Approaches

A significant cold front is heading our way, bringing a sharp drop in temperatures. This change is expected to start on Sunday morning, with clouds and a few showers in the forecast. As the day progresses, the rain will likely clear out by lunchtime, but the real story is the cold air that will foll

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Dec 12 2025CELEBRITIES

Hollywood's Age Gap Talk: A Look at Leo's Love Life

Leonardo DiCaprio's dating choices have always been a hot topic. Recently, CBS' Elsbeth took a playful jab at the actor's romantic history. During a recent episode, the show's sharp-witted character, Elsbeth, was investigating a case involving a former '90s supermodel. While digging into the mystery

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Dec 12 2025CRIME

The Bowling Alley Boss and the Missing Millions

A bowling alley owner in Milford is in hot water. David Breen, who runs the "Pinz" bowling alley, is accused of taking over $1. 2 million meant for his business and using it for personal luxuries. This money was part of the COVID-19 relief funds, specifically the Economic Injury and Disaster Loan (E

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Dec 11 2025CRIME

The Struggle to Tackle Chinese Crime in Italy's Fashion World

In Italy, a big case against Chinese crime groups is facing serious problems. The trial, which started after two Chinese men were killed in 2010, aims to break up a network controlling Europe's fashion industry. But it's not going well. Documents have gone missing, and interpreters have quit, making

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Dec 11 2025CRIME

New York's New Shield Against Global Crime

In a bold move, New York has just launched a unique team to fight crime that crosses borders. This isn't just any team—it's a first-of-its-kind group called the Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) New York. The goal? To take down big criminal groups that operate in many countries. These groups are i

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