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Dec 29 2025CELEBRITIES

Barry Manilow Takes a Break: Facing Cancer with Courage

Barry Manilow, the legendary singer known for timeless hits, has shared some personal news. He's got lung cancer and needs surgery. But don't worry, he caught it early. That's good news! This all started when he had bronchitis for a few weeks. His doctor wanted to be safe, so they did some tests. T

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Mediterranean Allies Boost Teamwork in 2026

Greece, Israel, and Cyprus are planning to boost their joint military exercises in the eastern Mediterranean in 2026. This move is part of a broader effort to strengthen their defense cooperation. Over the past ten years, these three countries have become closer allies through shared military traini

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Kosovo's Big Election Shake-Up: Kurti's Big Win

Kosovo's recent election results have put Prime Minister Albin Kurti back in the spotlight. His party, Vetevendosje, won big, securing over 49% of the vote. This victory is a big deal because it ends a long political stalemate that had been holding the country back. Kurti now has a stronger positio

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Dec 29 2025HEALTH

Brooklyn's Maimonides Hospital Joins NYC's Public Health System

A big change is coming to Brooklyn's healthcare scene. Maimonides Medical Center, a private hospital that has been serving the community for a long time, is teaming up with NYC Health+Hospitals. This merger, set to happen by April 2026, is a major move to keep Maimonides afloat. Maimonides has been

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Dec 29 2025CRYPTO

Stablecoins: The New Big Players in U. S. Debt

The U. S. government is making big moves to get stablecoins involved in handling debt. A key law called the CLARITY Act is set to be reviewed by the Senate in January 2026. This comes after a long delay caused by a government shutdown. The law, which already passed in the House, aims to make stablec

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Dec 29 2025WEATHER

Post-Holiday Travel Hit by Winter's Wrath

Travelers are facing a tough time after the holidays. A powerful winter storm, known as a bomb cyclone, has left a trail of snow and ice from the Midwest to the Northeast. As of Monday, over 32 million people are under winter weather alerts. The Upper Peninsula of Michigan is under a blizzard warnin

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Dec 29 2025SCIENCE

Why Ivermectin Fails Against Trichinella Larvae: A Mystery Unveiled

Trichinella, a sneaky worm, causes long-term infections by hiding in muscle cells. It's a big problem worldwide. Scientists know that ivermectin, a common drug, works well on adult worms in the gut but fails against the larvae in muscles. Why? They thought the collagen capsule around the larvae migh

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

Destin's Smart Savings: How Small Changes Add Up to Big Money

Destin is making some smart moves to save money. They found ways to cut costs across different city departments. The library saved around $12, 000 by canceling unused subscriptions. Human Resources saved about $50, 000 by fixing worker classifications and changing how they hire people. The city is

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Government Shrinks Workforce but Spending Keeps Rising

In 2025, the federal government saw a big drop in employees. The number went down by about 9%, from 3. 015 million to 2. 744 million. This was a big deal because it was the largest reduction in peacetime history. At the same time, government spending didn't slow down. In fact, it went up by nearly

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Treasure Coast's Year in Review: A Look at 2025's Biggest Stories

2025 was quite a year for the Treasure Coast, packed with events that kept everyone talking. From protests to political drama, and even some shocking crimes, there was never a dull moment. Let's dive into some of the biggest stories that shaped the year. First off, there were some serious protests

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