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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Who's Who in Trump's Economic Team: Meet Greer and Hassett

Donald Trump just added two key players to his economic team. Jamieson Greer, a lawyer from Washington, has been chosen to be the new US trade representative. Greer is no stranger to trade policy; he used to work closely with Robert Lighthizer, who was the trade representative during Trump's first t

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Nov 27 2024BUSINESS

Higher Prices Ahead? Trump's Border Tariffs Could Hit Your Grocery List

Imagine paying more for your favorite fruits, veggies, and even beer from south of the border. The U. S. imports a lot of its fresh produce from Mexico, which could reportedly face new tariffs under Trump. The bottom line? You might feel the pinch in your wallet while shopping. Mexico is a major su

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

The cGAS-STING Pathway: A Key Player in Diabetic Kidney Disease and Aging

Diabetic kidney disease is a serious issue, and understanding how it affects men and women differently as they age is crucial. Scientists studied young and older rats with type 2 diabetes to see how a specific pathway called cGAS-STING changes over time and between genders. They found that this path

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Nov 26 2024FINANCE

Market Jump: Investors Hail Trump's Treasury Pick

U. S. stocks had a major celebration on Monday, with big indexes hitting all-time peaks. Meanwhile, Asia-Pacific markets took a small dip on Tuesday, with Japan's Nikkei 225 dropping 1. 38%. Chinese and Hong Kong markets stayed steady. Investors are cheering for Scott Bessent, Donald Trump's choice

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

Mexico's President Fires Back at Trump's Tariff Threat

Mexico's leader, Claudia Sheinbaum, has responded strongly to Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Mexican goods. Trump wants to slap a 25% tax on all imports from Mexico and Canada, blaming them for not doing enough to stop illegal migration and drug trafficking. Sheinbaum disagrees, saying threats a

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Mexican Beer Gets Pricier? Trump's Tariff Threats Explained

Ever wondered how geopolitics can affect your beer budget? Let's dive into the recent buzz around Constellation Brands andDonald Trump's tariff proposals. When Trump hints at slapping a 25% tariff on Mexican imports, it sends ripples through the beer market. Why? Well, Constellation Brands brings in

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Best Buy's Q3 2025: Not Quite the Holiday Spirit

Best Buy's third quarter of 2025 hasn't been as jolly as they hoped. Sales haven't taken off like expected, and the company is now predicting a smaller annual revenue. Why the slowdown? Early holiday shopping and new tech releases didn't draw as many shoppers as Best Buy had hoped. Even with new iPh

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Holiday Weight Gain: Americans’ Expectations and Habits

A study by Herbalife found that 24% of Americans are still carrying extra weight from last year's holiday season. On average, that's nearly 10 pounds! As the end of 2024 approaches, many expect to gain another six pounds. The survey, called "Holiday Healthy Habits, " showed that half of Americans fe

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Nov 26 2024SCIENCE

Why Monkeys See Things Differently Too

We all see things that aren't really there sometimes—that's what we call optical illusions. Scientists find these mind-bending tricks fascinating because they reveal how our eyes and brains work together to create our perception of the world. Interestingly, nonhuman primates, like monkeys, also fall

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Nov 26 2024FINANCE

Ken Griffin: Selling Citadel Stake Could Happen

Citadel's founder Ken Griffin hinted that he might sell a small part of his hedge fund someday. He made this comment at an event in New York. Griffin said it was a smart move to sell a piece of Citadel Securities to Sequoia and Paradigm in 2022. This deal put the firm's value at $22 billion. Griffi

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