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Mar 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Green Are America's Ports?

The Port of Los Angeles, the biggest in the U. S. , is buzzing with activity. Electric top-handlers move trailers on and off massive container ships. Some ships plug into electricity instead of burning diesel while in harbor. This shift is part of a broader effort to clean up the air around America'

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

Tariffs: The Confusing Game of Numbers

The world of international trade can be a confusing place. Especially when it comes to tariffs. Recently, a well-known TV host had a tough time getting clear answers from a top official. The host wanted to know about the possible increase in tariffs on imported goods. Could Americans face up to 50%

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Mar 18 2025BUSINESS

Google's Billion-Dollar Bet on Cybersecurity

Google is making a significant move in the cybersecurity world. The tech giant has agreed to purchase Wiz, a cybersecurity firm, for $32 billion. This is Google's largest acquisition ever, surpassing the $23 billion offer it made last July, which Wiz turned down. The deal is set to close in 2026, pe

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Mar 18 2025EDUCATION

What Happens to School Funding if the Education Department Closes?

The U. S. Department of Education has been a subject of debate for some time. Some people advocate for its closure, while others express concern about the potential impact on students. It is important to look at the facts to understand what might happen if the department were to shut down. The In

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Mar 18 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Big April Bounce?

Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, has had a rough few months. But some experts are hopeful about a turnaround. They think bitcoin will start to recover in April. This prediction is based on bitcoin's past price movements. Timothy Peterson, an economist, has been studying bitcoin's price history.

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Mar 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

Growing Seaweed: Twine vs. Binder Methods

Seaweed farming is booming worldwide, all thanks to the rising need for its many uses. One big challenge is finding ways to grow it cheaply. Two methods stand out: twine and binder. Twine has been around longer and is quite reliable. Binder is newer and could be easier to scale up, cutting down on c

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Mar 18 2025HEALTH

The Impact of Your Surroundings on Dementia Risk

The places where people live can have a big impact on their brain health. Recent research shows that the environment around you can change your chances of developing dementia. This study looked at lots of different research to figure out how things like air pollution and access to parks affect the b

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Mar 18 2025SCIENCE

How Trust Talk Can Keep Teams Working Together

Let's dive into how trust can keep a group going strong, even when rules are relaxed. It's common knowledge that groups work better when there are rules and punishments for those who don't follow them. But what happens when those rules are taken away? Studies show that cooperation drops quickly.

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

Local Control: The New Twist in Colorado's Tipped Wages Debate

The Colorado House Finance Committee recently voted on a bill that has sparked intense debate. The bill, HB25-1208, initially aimed to reduce base wages for tipped employees. However, after a lengthy process involving multiple amendments and intense discussions, the bill underwent a significant tran

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Mar 18 2025WEATHER

A Twister's Trail Through Tangipahoa

In the late afternoon of a Saturday, around 12:15, a tornado swept through Tangipahoa Parish. It began its destructive path east of Kentwood. The National Weather Service has confirmed the tornado's presence. This is not the end of the story, though. The twister did not stop at the parish line.

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