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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Portland's Housing Crisis: Can Affordable Living Be Fixed?

Portland is facing a big problem with affordable housing. Many people are struggling to find a place to live that they can afford. Ambrose Haynes is one of them. He spent months waiting for help, but it never came. He wanted to live in a place where the rent was not too high, but he couldn't find on

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Dec 20 2025BUSINESS

Mass General Brigham's Financial Turnaround: A Closer Look

Mass General Brigham (MGB) has bounced back financially, showing a profit despite past layoffs. Some experts think these job cuts might have been necessary for the organization's health. Even though MGB is now profitable, the way they handled the situation raises questions. The recent financial rep

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Dec 10 2025BUSINESS

Big Tech's Big Week: Oracle and Broadcom in the Spotlight

This week, two tech giants, Oracle and Broadcom, are under the microscope as they prepare to release their quarterly earnings. Both companies have seen significant stock gains this year, with Oracle up 32% and Broadcom up 72%. However, their recent performance has diverged, reflecting the shifting s

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Dec 06 2025HEALTH

Weight and Wealth: How Money Matters in Indonesia's Health

In Indonesia, a person's weight can say a lot about their wealth. This is not a joke. It is a serious issue. Researchers looked into this. They found that those with more money tend to have a healthier weight. Those with less money often struggle with being overweight or obese. This is not fair. It

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Dec 04 2025FINANCE

Billionaires' Panic and the Giving Pledge: A Closer Look

A financial expert recently shared his thoughts on the Giving Pledge. He pointed out that it was born out of fear during the 2008 financial crisis. Wealthy individuals wanted to avoid public anger. But, he argues, the Giving Pledge hasn't made much progress. He believes a new idea, called Trump Acc

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

How Money Matters Shape Our Health Habits Over Time

People's health habits change as they age. But why do some folks stick to good habits while others don't? It turns out, money plays a big role. A recent study looked at how people's lifestyles change over time in the US, UK, and China. The focus was on middle-aged and older adults. The study found t

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Dec 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Who Really Pays for the Ranchers' Profits?

Big ranchers are making huge profits, but who's really footing the bill? It's not just the ranchers. The government is giving them a massive discount to graze their cattle on public lands. This discount is so big that it's like paying only 15% of what they would on private land. And guess who pays f

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Dec 02 2025FINANCE

How the Money Game Favors the Rich

The money game is not fair. It's like a rigged contest where the rich get richer, and the poor get poorer. This is not a new idea, but it's worth talking about. The system is set up in a way that benefits those who already have money. It's like a secret club where only certain people know the rules.

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Nov 29 2025POLITICS

Young Folks Feeling the Squeeze: A Call for Change

The economic landscape has shifted, leaving many young people struggling to keep up. Rising housing costs and tough job markets are making it hard for them to achieve the same lifestyle as previous generations. This affordability crisis is a growing concern, with experts on both sides of the politic

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Nov 27 2025FINANCE

Will Middle-Class Donors Step Up to Fill the Giving Gap?

New tax laws might change how Americans give to charity. The changes could make the wealthy give less and encourage middle-class folks to give more. But will it work? The tax bill passed in July has some big changes. It lowers the tax benefit for top earners from 37% to 35%. This could mean $4. 1 b

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