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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

Thanksgiving Turkeys Get a Second Chance

Every year, the U. S. president spares a couple of turkeys from becoming the main dish at Thanksgiving dinner. This tradition, which started way back in 1863 with President Abraham Lincoln, has become a fun and lighthearted event. The turkeys even get to stay in a fancy hotel the night before the big pardon. This year, President Donald Trump pardoned two turkeys nam...

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Nov 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Unbeatable Apple Deals: Your Guide to Smart Savings

Apple products are known for their quality, but they often come with a high price tag. Luckily, there are some great deals available on various Apple items, including iPads, MacBooks, and more. These deals can help you save money while still getting the high-quality products you want. For those looking for a tablet, the iPad (11th Generation, 128 GB) is a top pick. ...

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

Feeling the Pinch: How Job Fears Are Shaking Consumer Confidence

People are feeling less sure about the economy and their own futures. A recent survey shows that worries about finding a job are growing. The survey's main number, which measures how people feel about the economy, dropped to 88. 7 in November. This is the lowest it's been since April and a big drop from the month before. The survey also asked people about their hope...

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

Home Sellers Are Hitting the Pause Button

The housing market is experiencing a shift. More homeowners are deciding to pull their properties off the market. This trend is driven by several factors, including weak buyer demand, softening home prices, and overall economic uncertainty. In September, nearly 85, 000 U. S. sellers took their homes off the market. This number is up 28% from the same month last year...

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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

Healthcare Costs: Trump's New Plan to Extend Obamacare Subsidies

The White House is considering a plan to extend Obamacare subsidies for two more years. This comes as millions of Americans face a significant increase in healthcare costs starting in January. The proposal suggests a cap on eligibility for these subsidies at 700% of the federal poverty level. This is a change from the original Affordable Care Act, which capped eligib...

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Nov 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Alibaba's Cloud Business Takes Off, While E-Commerce Struggles

Alibaba's cloud business is growing fast. In the last quarter, it grew by 34%. This is a big deal because the company is investing heavily in AI. The company plans to spend at least 380 billion yuan on cloud computing and AI over the next three years. But not everything is going well. Alibaba's overall revenue only grew by 5%. This is much lower than the cloud busin...

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

The Truth Behind COVID-19 Vaccine Numbers: What They Didn't Tell You

The COVID-19 vaccine was said to be 95% effective. But what does that really mean? It turns out, the number is not as straightforward as it seems. The 95% figure is based on relative risk reduction. When you look at absolute risk reduction, the picture changes. The actual reduction in risk for the average person is less than 1%. That's a big difference! The trials t...

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Boosting Immunity: How Extra Vaccine Doses Might Help Avoid Long COVID

Long COVID is a big problem for many people. It can stick around long after the initial infection. So, finding ways to prevent it is super important. Researchers looked at 31 studies to see if vaccines help. They found that getting vaccinated, even just the basic doses, can lower the chances of getting long COVID. The numbers show that vaccinated people have a 23% l...

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Nov 25 2025BUSINESS

Big Pharma Hits a Trillion-Dollar Jackpot

Eli Lilly, a big name in the drug world, just hit a huge milestone. It became the first healthcare company to reach a market value of $1 trillion. That's a lot of money! The company's stock hit this mark briefly during trading but then settled a bit lower, with each share going for around $1, 048. So, what's driving this massive growth? Two drugs are the stars here:...

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Nov 25 2025CELEBRITIES

Meredith Mickelson: From Runway to Reel

Meredith Mickelson is making waves in the entertainment industry. She's not just a model anymore. She's acting in big projects. This includes TV shows and movies. Her fans are growing fast. She has over 3. 5 million followers online. Mickelson started young. She was just 14 when she began modeling. She worked with famous magazines. These include Vogue in different c...

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