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Nov 07 2024BUSINESS

Famous Leaders: How China's Celebrity CEOs Boost Innovation

You might think of celebrities as entertainers or athletes, but in China, CEOs are also becoming famous faces. A new study found that these celebrity CEOs are using their status to drive innovation in their companies. From 2015 to 2020, researchers looked at Chinese listed companies and discovered t

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Who Made the Biggest Splash on Election Night TV?

Election Night on TV was a rollercoaster for many news anchors. Early plans for a neck-and-neck race were thrown out the window as soon as the first exit polls came in. Former President Donald Trump quickly emerged as the winner, while Vice President Kamala Harris' support in key states like Michiga

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Nov 07 2024HEALTH

Helping Kids with Autism Adjust to Life After COVID-19

Imagine trying to understand and navigate a world that's suddenly changed overnight. That's what kids with autism and their families have been dealing with due to COVID-19. The T-Res project wants to help. They're creating an online toolkit to ease the transition back to regular routines as restrict

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Nov 07 2024FINANCE

Different Coins, Different Codes: Exploring Variety in Cryptocurrencies

The world of cryptocurrencies is vast and growing rapidly, with thousands of different types now available. While there's a lot of diversity, there's also a fair amount of deceit, with scammers hoping to cash in on the current craze. To understand how unique these cryptocurrencies really are, resear

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Nov 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Meet GitHub Spark: The Future of Apps Without the Fuss

Last week, Microsoft-owned GitHub launched a new AI platform called Spark. It aims to revolutionize how consumers interact with tech, especially on phones. With Spark, anyone can create 'micro apps', or 'Sparks', instantly tailored to their needs. No more downloading from app stores or waiting for n

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Nov 07 2024HEALTH

Stories: Imagining vs. Viewing - How Our Bodies Respond

Did you know that how we experience stories can affect us differently? Scientists found that people felt more involved when watching videos. But their bodies said otherwise! When people listened to audio stories, their hearts beat faster, they sweated more, and their bodies were even a bit warmer. I

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Nov 07 2024EDUCATION

How Polish Students Found New Ways to Play and Connect Online During COVID-19

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, students in Poland found themselves stuck at home, turning to computers for fun and connection. A study set out to uncover how these young people used electronics for entertainment during this tough time and what feelings it brought up. By conducting interviews and qu

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Nov 07 2024FINANCE

What Trump's Tariff Plan Really Means for Pocketbooks

President-elect Donald Trump's economic plan includes new tariffs on imported goods. This could make things pricier for Americans, especially those earning less. Economists warn that these tariffs might increase household costs by thousands of dollars per year on items like clothes, furniture, and a

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Markets Celebrate Trump's Reelection with Historic Gains

US stocks skyrocketed on Wednesday, following former President Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped by a massive 1, 507 points, or 3. 57%, to hit a new all-time high. This surge was the first time the Dow has gained more than 1, 000 points i

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Nov 07 2024HEALTH

Divorce's Impact on Kids: A Personality Perspective

Did you know that divorce can leave a mark on kids' personalities? Scientists have been studying this, focusing on kids between 9 and 12. They used a test called the MPACI to see if kids from divorced families showed different personality traits. The results? Kids with divorced parents did show some

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