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Feb 20 2025FINANCE

Palantir: A Tech Titan on the Rise

Palantir, a software giant, is making waves in the artificial intelligence (AI) market. Loop Capital, a financial firm, has given it a thumbs-up with a buy rating and a price target of $141. This means they think the stock could jump by more than 25% from its current price. The firm believes Palanti

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

U. S. and Russia: A New Chapter in the Ukraine Conflict

In a surprising move, top officials from the U. S. and Russia gathered in Saudi Arabia to kick off talks aimed at improving their relationship and finding a way to end the Ukraine war. This meeting, held at the Diriyah Palace in Riyadh, marked a significant shift in U. S. policy, which had previousl

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Feb 16 2025SCIENCE

Zinc to the Rescue: A New Way to Make Ethylene

Imagine cutting down on energy use while making a crucial chemical. That's what scientists are trying to do with a process called electrocatalytic acetylene semi-hydrogenation, or EASH for short. The big issue? It uses a lot of energy and has some unwanted side reactions. This is where zinc comes

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Feb 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

OnePlus Takes a Pause on Foldables in 2025

OnePlus has just dropped a big hint about their foldable phone plans. They won't be launching a new foldable device in 2025. This news comes as Oppo is about to unveil the Find N5. OnePlus had previously hinted at a device called the "Open 2, " which was expected to have similar specs to the Oppo Fi

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Feb 13 2025POLITICS

Trust Issues: The Controversial Pick for Health Secretary

The U. S. Senate is set to approve Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new health secretary. This decision comes despite major concerns from both political parties and the medical community. Kennedy, a 71-year-old environmental lawyer, is known for his controversial views on vaccines. He has spent years sp

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Feb 12 2025FINANCE

Weight Loss Solution Heats Up in Cosmos Health Lab

The CCX0722, the weight loss medicine, is on the brink of pushing through the finishing line of production. Researchers are making strides in the final stages of manufacturing. This new phase is putting things in place for serious testing on people. The target is to have it on shelves in early 2026.

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Feb 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

River Fish: Hidden Dangers in Your Dinner

Imagine biting into a crispy fillet, savoring the taste of fresh fish. But did you know that your meal might be hiding more than just flavor? Fish from the upper reaches of the Pearl River Basin are being tested for dangerous metals, and the results are eye-opening. Seven types of fish were

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Feb 12 2025CRIME

Baton Rouge's Crime fighting Rise in 2024

On a Tuesday, officials from East Baton Rouge Parish, led by Edwards, announced new efforts to enhance public safety. The first move involves reactivating retired police officers for part-time work with their benefits This is the middle of a project the police have been doing for a

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Feb 11 2025POLITICS

Just Drop It: Why The Feds Let New York Mayor Off The Hook

Yikes! The Justice Department recently got involved, telling federal prosecutors to drop corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. This is a big deal because the Justice Department usually doesn't let powerful people off the hook, even if they are doing important work like helping w

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

Learning a Lesson As Texan Senator Privatizes Public Dues

The big win for Republicans in Texas's state senate was the creation of school choice bill debate. The lawmakers even set a $10000 voucher for any student. This year, state legislators in the TexasSenate debated a bill to funnel $1bn of state funds into education savings accounts through it fund s

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