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Jul 02 2025BUSINESS

Wax Road: Construction Chaos Hits Local Shops

Wax Road in Central has been under construction for over a year, and local businesses are feeling the pinch. Caitlin Coburn, a hairdresser at a salon on Wax Road, has seen her weekly haircuts drop from 70-100 to just 30. She blames the heavy traffic and delays caused by the ongoing construction. Th

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Jul 02 2025CELEBRITIES

The Rise and Fall of a Music Mogul

Sean Combs, once a titan in the music industry, now faces serious charges that could change his life forever. The man known as Diddy is waiting for a jury to decide his fate in a federal sex trafficking trial. This is not just a legal battle; it's a story of how quickly fame and fortune can fade. C

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Jul 02 2025HEALTH

Smart Tech for Big Crowds: How AI Can Help During Hajj

During Hajj, managing healthcare for millions of people is a huge task. This is where AI might come in handy. AI could make things run smoother, help doctors, and make sure everyone gets the care they need. First, let's talk about the challenges. Hajj brings together millions of people from all ove

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Colombia and the US: Teaming Up Against Crime

Colombia and the United States have been friends for a long time. They have worked together on big problems. One of the biggest is fighting crime that crosses borders. Both countries have different leaders now. But they still agree on one thing: stopping criminals is important. These criminals are

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Jul 02 2025CRIME

Hate Crimes in Massachusetts: A Mixed Bag of Progress and Concern

In Massachusetts, crime rates have been going down. This is good news. But there is a worrying trend. Anti-Jewish hate crimes are on the rise. They went up by more than 20% in 2024. For the first time since 1991, these crimes are now the most reported hate crimes in the state. Other crimes are also

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Jul 02 2025SCIENCE

When Nature Gets It Wrong: The Fig Wasp's Sex Ratio Mix-Up

Nature often gets praised for its perfect designs. But what happens when things don't go as planned? Fig wasps show us that evolution isn't always perfect. These tiny insects have a tricky job. They need to balance the number of males and females they produce. But sometimes, they get it wrong. Why d

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Jul 02 2025HEALTH

Lebanon's Healthcare: A Hidden Crisis in Women's Health

Lebanon has a healthcare system that has shown it can handle a lot. But there's a big problem that isn't getting enough attention: sexual and reproductive health and rights, or SRHR. This isn't just about one thing. It's a mix of political mess, old-fashioned views, and not enough money going to the

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Jul 02 2025WEATHER

Weather Forecasting Takes a Hit: Key Satellite Data to Disappear Soon

A big change is coming to weather forecasting. A satellite program that has been helping predict hurricanes and other weather events for decades is shutting down. This is happening just as we enter the busiest part of hurricane season. The program, run by the U. S. Department of Defense, has been c

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Jul 02 2025CRYPTO

Coinbase Expands with Liquifi Buyout

Coinbase, the biggest crypto exchange in the U. S. , has been on a shopping spree this year, snapping up four companies already. Their latest catch? Liquifi, a platform that helps manage tokens. The deal went down on Wednesday, but the specifics? That's hush-hush. Aklil Ibssa, the head honcho at Coi

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Jul 02 2025HEALTH

A Half-Century of Women's Health Research at Risk

For nearly 50 years, nurses across the United States have been part of a groundbreaking study. They shared their health data, giving scientists valuable insights. This research has changed how we understand health. But now, this work is in jeopardy. The Nurses’ Health Study started in 1976. Nurses

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