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Jan 20 2025SCIENCE

Two Probes, One Mission: Exploring the Moon with Private Companies

Imagine this: two space probes, one from the U. S. and one from Japan, are on their way to the Moon. This isn't your typical space mission; these probes are part of a growing trend where private companies are leading the way in lunar exploration. The journey began early one morning at Cape Canavera

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Jan 18 2025LIFESTYLE

Ancient Pompeii: A Luxury Home with a Bathhouse for 30 Guests

Imagine this: a grand villa in ancient Pompeii, hidden beneath Mount Vesuvius's ashes, has recently been uncovered. Within it lies a stunning private bath complex, large enough to host 30 people. The bathhouse features hot, warm, and cold baths, known as a calidarium, tepidarium, and frigidarium. Th

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

The Pricey Impact of Patent Extension Lawsuits on Healthcare Spending

In 2021, a significant court ruling declared part of Brazil's Industrial Property Law unconstitutional. This led some pharmaceutical companies to file lawsuits aiming to extend their patents. A study was conducted to assess the potential economic fallout of these extensions on medicine costs for bot

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Nordstrom's Sales Surprise: A Holiday Boost

Nordstrom decided to raise its full-year sales outlook after experiencing a stronger holiday shopping season than expected. The retailer, based in Seattle, now predicts that its revenue will grow by 1. 5% to 2. 5%, considering it had one less fiscal week this year. Previously, Nordstrom had projecte

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Business Jet Flights Take Off in December

December saw a big jump in the number of business jet flights around the world. This came after a year where things were pretty steady. In North America, flights were up by 9%, while in Europe, they stayed about the same. Asia saw a 7% rise. Globally, there was a 7% increase compared to the same tim

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Jan 07 2025BUSINESS

A Fresh Start: True Religion Jeans Find New Owners

Jeans brand True Religion has just changed hands. The company, once a favorite among stars like Jessica Simpson, has faced bankruptcy not once but twice. Now, it's being taken over by Acon, a firm based in Washington, D. C. Acon has a large portfolio, including brands like Applebee's and Igloo. They

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Jan 03 2025SCIENCE

Space Adventures Await in 2025: From Moon Missions to Asteroid Chases

2025 promises to be a thrilling year for space exploration. Several countries and companies have big plans. Let's dive in! First stop: the moon. NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program is backing three private missions. Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost and ispace's Resilience lander and Tena

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Jan 01 2025EDUCATION

Alabama Launches New Education Fund for Private Schools and Homeschooling

Starting this Thursday, certain Alabama families can apply for a fresh state program that offers cash for private school tuition and homeschooling costs. This program, dubbed the CHOOSE Act, is set to give eligible families up to $7, 000 for private school expenses or $2, 000 for home schooling. It'

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Dec 31 2024BUSINESS

Investment Firm Eyes Sale for Vivid Seats

Raymond James has given Vivid Seats (SEAT) an "Outperform" rating with a $5 price target. This comes after Bloomberg reported that the company might be up for sale. Vivid Seats has received interest from private equity firms, not strategic buyers. This situation is similar to Integral Ad Science's (

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Dec 20 2024BUSINESS

The Luxurious Gulfstream G500: A Pilot and Passenger's Dream

Ever since its debut flight in 2015, the Gulfstream G500 has become a standout in the private jet market. This aircraft isn't just about looks; it's designed to make long flights comfortable. With room for up to 19 passengers and 8 sleeping areas, the cabin can be customized to the owner's taste. Th

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