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Jun 20 2025POLITICS

The Supreme Court's Green Light for Big Oil

The Supreme Court recently made a decision that has raised eyebrows. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, known for her liberal views, voiced her disapproval. She argued that the court's ruling seemed to favor big businesses, particularly those in the fuel industry. The court had sided with fuel producers who wanted to challenge California's clean vehicle emissions regu...

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Jun 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

NVIDIA's New China-Focused GPU: The RTX 5090 DD

NVIDIA is planning to release a new graphics card tailored for the Chinese market. The upcoming GeForce RTX 5090 DD is designed to meet specific export rules. This isn't NVIDIA's first attempt at creating a China-specific GPU. The GeForce RTX 5090 D was launched earlier but had to be pulled due to new restrictions. The RTX 5090 DD will feature the GB202-240 GPU, ...

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Jun 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Coinbase: Pushing for Stocks on the Blockchain

The crypto world is buzzing with news that Coinbase is pushing for a big change. They want to offer something called "tokenized equities" to their customers. This means turning regular stocks into digital tokens, like cryptocurrencies. Instead of owning actual shares, investors would own tokens that stand in for those shares. This idea isn't just a whim. It's a majo...

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Jun 17 2025BUSINESS

Kraft Heinz Ditches Artificial Colors: A Big Shift in Food Industry

Food lovers, get ready for a change! Kraft Heinz, the company behind favorites like Kraft Mac & Cheese and Heinz ketchup, has decided to say goodbye to artificial colors in all its products sold in the United States. This decision comes as a response to growing concerns about the safety of synthetic food dyes. The company has set a deadline of 2027 to complete this ...

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Jun 16 2025HEALTH

A New Plan to Tackle Junk Food Ads Online

The UK's Health and Care Act (2022) has a bold plan to tackle junk food ads online. This plan is set to start in 2025. It aims to ban paid ads for foods high in fat, salt, and sugar (HFSS) online. The goal is to protect kids from being influenced by these ads. But will it work? Experts have mixed feelings about it. Eight experts from around the world were interviewe...

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Jun 16 2025POLITICS

Young Adults May Be Banned From Bars In Hammond

A recent proposal in Hammond has stirred up quite a bit of controversy. The proposal suggests that individuals aged 18 to 20 may be barred from entering local bars, regardless of whether they intend to drink or not. This idea has sparked a heated debate among local business owners and residents. The proposal was put forth by Councilman Kip Andrews, who is also a hig...

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Jun 14 2025FINANCE

Splitting the bill: The rise of pay later plans

It was a simple task. Brittany needed a new couch. However, every time she found one she liked, she hesitated at the checkout. The price tag was too high. She did not want to commit to such a large purchase all at once. Then, she noticed something interesting. Right below the usual payment options, there were new choices. Companies like Klarna, Affirm, and AfterPay o...

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Jun 06 2025HEALTH

Access to Alternative Medicine: A Double-Edged Sword

The upcoming changes in the U. S. healthcare system are stirring up a lot of talk. One of the big names in this conversation is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He's been vocal about his plans to make alternative and experimental medical treatments more accessible. This move has sparked a mix of reactions. Some people are excited about the potential benefits, while ot...

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Jun 02 2025HEALTH

Are Text Warnings on E-Cigs Enough?

The US Food and Drug Administration demands that e-cigarettes carry a single text warning about nicotine addiction. This rule is in place, but there is a lack of evidence proving that these warnings are the most effective approach. There is a pressing need to explore whether these text warnings are doing enough to inform users about the broader health risks of e-ciga...

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Jun 02 2025SPORTS

The Final Laps: Verstappen's Race Day Drama

The Spanish Grand Prix 2025 was a rollercoaster for Max Verstappen. The race took a dramatic turn in the final five laps. Verstappen and George Russell had a heated exchange. This happened after a late safety car intervention. Before this, Verstappen was doing well. He was set for a strong third place. He had challenged the McLarens with a clever three-stop strategy....

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