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Jan 31 2025BUSINESS

Costco employees may protest at midnight!

Issues are brewing at Costco. Most of Costcos' stores are prepared to strike with midnight coming closer. The notable Teamsters workers union persuaded thousands to back them. The company is refusing to cooperate in with union's demands. The Teamsters believe Costco needs will have to boost their o

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Jan 31 2025SCIENCE

A Space Rock is Coming! But Don't Panic

There’s a new space traveling friend that scientists have just spotted. This asteroid, named 2024 YR4, is about the size of a large building, measuring somewhere between 40 and 100 meters. This space visitor is cruising through the universe at an astonishing speed of approximately 38, 028 miles per

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Jan 31 2025CRIME

A Tragic Night of Loss: Midair Collision Cuts Lives Short

A terrible disaster happened over Virginia’s Potomac River on a Wednesday night. The midair collision between a jet, the American Airlines regional jet, and a army helicopter, the Black Hawk, left no survivors and shattered many lives. The lives of 67 people on board came to an abrupt end that left

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Lessons from Lockdown: Navigating Health Crisis in Care Facilities

Healthcare facilities designed for elderly and disabled faced a high death rate during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many changes were made to combat the virus. These changes are important for understanding how to handle future outbreaks. The focus on these facilities is crucial. They house people who a

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Jan 31 2025SCIENCE

Decade of Discovery: How a Journal Shaped the Fight Against Diseases

The world of medicine is constantly evolving, always striving to understand and combat infectious diseases. A decade ago, a journal was born to help in this mission. It was designed to be a beacon of excellence, a place where scientists could share their cutting-edge research and findings. Infecti

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Jan 31 2025TECHNOLOGY

Disney and ESPN team up with a tech veteran

A big change is happening in the Disney and ESPN world. Disney Entertainment and ESPN have welcomed Andre Rohe to play a huge role in their technology group. Rohe is a big deal in the tech world so let's break down what this means. With over 20 years of experience, he has led some major te

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Jan 31 2025OPINION

How Eroding Public Programs Hurts Us All

Americans witnessed chaos this January in different parts of their lives, each brought on by a lack of coordination in decision-making at the highest office in the country, causing a disruption in daily life. Federal government assistance directly impacts the life of its citizens. Scientists see s

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

The Glucose Glitch: How Weight-Loss Drugs Are Used By US Adults

GLP-1 receptor agonists are drugs used to manage weight and diabetes. These drugs are used daily to help people lose weight. They are called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists. The drugs are not a quick fix. They have to be used consistently for them to work. This is called adherence and is

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Unmasking Acne: new paths to targeting breakouts

Acne is truly a bother, ranking as the 8th most common skin issue globally, teenagers and adults alike fall prey to the struggle. For some time, experts have noticed that unhealthy habits and improper diets can cause breakouts. Typically, these bothersome skin spots appear in areas rich in oil gland

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Gold Nanoparticles: A New Hope for Eye Diseases

Imagine tiny gold particles helping to fix eye problems. These are not just any particles, they are special nanoparticles designed to absorb near-infrared light. These nanoparticles can heat up and destroy harmful cells. They can help with vision problems. But how does this work? First, let's ta

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