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Dec 17 2025FINANCE

Michigan Court Says: Medical Pot Shops Can't Claim Tax Breaks

Michigan's medical marijuana dispensaries face a tough situation. They can't claim tax deductions like their recreational counterparts. This is because of a recent court decision. The Michigan Court of Appeals ruled against Cannarbor Inc. The company tried to deduct business expenses from its state

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Dec 17 2025CRIME

Unmasking the Mystery: The Brown University Shooting Investigation

The search for the Brown University shooter is still on, and it's not going well. Police are asking everyone to look at videos and pictures to find clues. They think the shooter was checking out the area before the attack. The police chief said they have lots of footage to go through, but they need

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

White House Whispers: Susie Wiles Spills the Tea

In a series of candid chats with Vanity Fair, Susie Wiles, the White House chief of staff, shared her unfiltered thoughts on President Donald Trump and his team. Wiles didn't hold back, describing Trump as having an "alcoholic's personality, " which the president himself later agreed with. She also

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Autopilot Faces Scrutiny in California

A recent decision by a California judge has put Tesla's marketing of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) systems under the spotlight. The judge found that Tesla's advertising was misleading and recommended a potential 30-day suspension of Tesla's sales license in the state. The California Dep

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

U. S. Military Actions in Venezuela Waters Spark Debate

The U. S. military's recent actions in the Caribbean have sparked a heated debate among lawmakers and experts. The focus is on a September strike that killed two survivors clinging to a damaged boat. Officials like Hegseth and Rubio defended the campaign, calling it a success in stopping drugs from

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Dec 17 2025SCIENCE

Cosmic Double Trouble: A Star Explosion Like No Other

In the vast universe, stars meet their end in grand explosions, scattering elements like carbon and iron. These events, known as supernovae, are well-known. But there's another type of explosion, called a kilonova, which happens when two dense, dead stars, or neutron stars, collide. This collision c

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Dec 17 2025SCIENCE

Unveiling the Roman Space Telescope: A Giant Leap in Space Exploration

The Roman Space Telescope, a marvel of modern engineering, has finally reached completion. This isn't just any telescope; it's a powerhouse designed to capture vast swathes of the cosmos, offering a broader view than ever before. Imagine a camera that can see billions of stars and galaxies, helping

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

A Shift in the Media Maze: Kushner's Firm Steps Back

In a surprising turn, Jared Kushner's investment group, Affinity Partners, has decided to exit the race to back Paramount Skydance's ambitious bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. This move comes after a significant shift in the investment landscape since they first got involved last October. The firm's

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Dec 17 2025CRIME

A Campus on Edge: The Twists and Turns of a University Shooting Investigation

In the early hours of Sunday, Brown University students finally received some relief. After spending over 13 hours in lockdown, they were told that a suspect had been taken into custody. This news came after a horrifying campus shooting on Saturday that left two students dead and nine others injured

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Dec 17 2025HEALTH

Norovirus: A Silent but Deadly Threat in LA County

In Los Angeles County, a sneaky virus is making a comeback. Health officials have noticed a sharp increase in norovirus cases. They found this out by checking wastewater, which is like a virus detective tool. The numbers are worrying: a 154% jump in the city and over 250% in the county. This virus

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