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Nov 04 2025BUSINESS

Making Workplaces Fair: Upcoming Books on Inclusion and DEI

In 2025, many leaders and HR professionals faced tough challenges. They had to navigate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Even with pushback, employees still support these initiatives. Looking ahead, four new books in 2026 will offer guidance on workplace inclusion. One book,

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Nov 02 2025HEALTH

A New Hope for Seborrheic Dermatitis Sufferers

Seborrheic dermatitis (SD) can be a real pain, but there's a new kid on the block that might just change the game. Roflumilast foam 0. 3% is a once-daily treatment that's been making waves in the world of SD management. This foam is no ordinary cream. It's a powerful phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor, w

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Nov 01 2025HEALTH

Mixing Medicine and Lifestyle: Can Metformin Help NAFLD Patients with Newly Diagnosed Diabetes?

NAFLD, or nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, and type 2 diabetes (T2DM) often go hand in hand. When they team up, things get worse for both. Doctors usually tell people with NAFLD to change their lifestyle first. This can help control blood sugar in newly diagnosed diabetes. But, let's be real, it's

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Nov 01 2025WEATHER

Cuba's Big Flood: How a Hurricane Turned a River into a Giant Problem

Hurricane Melissa left Cuba in a tough spot. The storm, one of the strongest to hit the Caribbean, dumped a ton of rain. This caused the Rio Cauto, Cuba's longest river, to overflow. The floodwaters cut off a major road. This road connects Havana in the west to big cities like Santiago and Guantanam

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Oct 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

Tiny Labs and DNA Codes: A New Hope for Wildlife in Guinea-Bissau

In Guinea-Bissau, a country rich in biodiversity but struggling with poverty and illegal wildlife trade, a new approach is being tested to protect its animals. The idea is to use small, cheap labs and DNA codes to identify species and train locals. This could be a big deal for a place like Guinea-Bi

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Oct 29 2025HEALTH

How Your Body Type Affects Ketone Levels

Ketone bodies, like beta-hydroxybutyrate, are a hot topic in health circles. Many people think that diet is the only thing that affects ketone levels. But is that really the case? A recent study dug deeper into this question. It looked at how different factors, beyond just food, influence ketone lev

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Oct 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Coding Jobs in Crisis: AI Takes Over, Young Graduates Lose Out

The tech industry is changing fast, and not in a good way for young people who just got their coding degrees. A few years back, learning to code was a sure way to get a great job. But now, things are different. Many companies are using AI to do the work instead of hiring people. A recent study show

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Oct 27 2025SPORTS

Golf's Coody Family: A Legacy of Swings and Success

Golf is in the Coody family's DNA, and Pierceson Coody is no exception. Born in Plano, Texas, in 2000, he's making waves in the golfing world at just 25 years old. But his story isn't just about him—it's about a family legacy that spans generations. The Coody family's golf journey started with Pier

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

U. S. President Joins Southeast Asian Summit Amid Trade Talks and Peace Deals

In a high-profile visit, the U. S. President arrived in Malaysia for a significant ASEAN meeting. His trip coincided with a crucial peace agreement between Thailand and Cambodia, which he helped to negotiate. This deal follows a violent border clash that left dozens dead and displaced hundreds of th

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Oct 26 2025BUSINESS

Sugar Grove and Kaneland District 302 Battle Over Development Project

A legal fight is heating up between the Village of Sugar Grove and Kaneland District 302 over a big development project called the Grove. The school district is trying to stop the 760-acre Crown Development tax increment finance (TIF) district. They say it doesn't meet the rules for a TIF. A TIF is

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