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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

County Jobs at Risk: What's Happening and Why?

Multnomah County is facing a tough situation with its behavioral health services. Up to 21 full-time jobs might be cut, and 17 more are in danger for the next fiscal year. This is because of a big drop in funding from CareOregon, the state's largest Medicaid provider. The county's board will decide

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Dangers of Energy Drinks: A Wake-Up Call

Energy drinks are often seen as a quick fix for tiredness. But they can be risky. A healthy man in his 50s from the UK found this out the hard way. He drank eight energy drinks every day. This led to a stroke and very high blood pressure. His blood pressure was 254/150 mmHg. That's way above the hea

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

A New Legal Venture: Jack Smith and Team Start a Law Firm

Jack Smith, known for his role as a special counsel in the Justice Department, is making a big move. He's joining forces with three other former federal prosecutors to open a new law firm. The team includes Tim Heaphy, David Harbach, and Thomas Windom, all with extensive experience in public service

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Dec 10 2025EDUCATION

A Charter School in Trouble: What Went Wrong?

Montgomery County's only charter school, the MECCA Business Learning Institute (MBLI), is in hot water. Just a few months after it opened, the school is facing serious trouble. The county's education officials are considering shutting it down. Why? They say the school broke some important rules. Fi

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Dec 10 2025CRIME

A Tech CEO's Big Lie: How $20 Million Vanished

A tech CEO from Nashville is in hot water. Marcus Cobb, the boss of a startup called Mozaic Payments, is accused of tricking a private equity firm out of $20 million. The startup claimed to have an app for sharing music royalties, but it didn't work. The money was gone by 2025. Cobb and his co-foun

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

Farmers Get a Lifeline, but Is It Enough?

The U. S. government has stepped in to help farmers struggling with trade tensions and rising costs. President Trump announced a $12 billion aid package to support farmers affected by tariffs and market instability. This money will go to farmers growing crops like corn, soybeans, and rice, with a sm

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

The Amethyst Experiment: Does the Crystal Really Work?

People have long believed that amethyst, a type of quartz, has special powers. They say it can help you stay balanced and even prevent drunkenness. Some alternative medicine practitioners still recommend it as a quick fix for health and well-being. With all the overindulgence that happens around the

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Dec 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celeb Christmas Trees: A Glimpse into Star-Studded Holiday Homes

Celebrities love to share their holiday cheer, and this year's Christmas trees are no exception. From cozy nights in to over-the-top displays, stars like Selena Gomez and Joanna Gaines are showing off their festive spirit. Gomez and her new husband, Benny Blanco, enjoyed a romantic evening decoratin

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Dec 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Jenna Bush Hager Welcomes Sheinelle Jones to Today Show

Jenna Bush Hager has some exciting news to share with her fans. She has picked Sheinelle Jones to be her permanent co-host on the "Today" show's fourth hour. This change comes after Hoda Kotb left the show earlier this year. The new show will be called "Jenna and Sheinelle" and will start on January

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

Who's the Best Santa? A Look at Holiday Helpers

When the holiday season rolls around, hospitals often bring in Santa Claus to spread cheer. But have you ever wondered who gets to play Santa? It turns out, there's a bit of a mystery around how this decision is made. Some say surgical specialists are the go-to Santas. Why? Well, people assume they

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