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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Betting Big: How a Winning Football Season Affects Sportsbooks

It's been a rough stretch for sports betting companies during the recent National Football League (NFL) season. Both FanDuel and DraftKings, two major players in the sports betting industry, have been hit hard by the unexpected outcomes on the field. FanDuel, operated by Flutter Entertainment, has t

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

US and China: The Economic Face-Off

China’s economic power is reshaping the U. S. job market and economy. Both the Trump and Biden administrations have struggled to keep up, leading to job losses and closed factories in the U. S. China isn’t just aiming for economic wins; it wants to be the world’s top power. History shows us that cou

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Jan 09 2025BUSINESS

Val Boreland to Lead NBCU Spin-Off's Entertainment

Val Boreland, a top executive known for scoring big content deals for NBCUniversal's cable networks, has been tapped to lead the entertainment division of a new spin-off company. This new entity, dubbed "SpinCo, " will be a separate, publicly traded part of NBCUniversal and is expected to launch lat

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

China's Information Game: Are We Playing It Right?

China has been flexing its military muscles with new ships. But there's another battlefield we should worry about: information. While China fills up airwaves in Africa and Europe, the U. S. is still focusing on traditional wars. Their approach, called "information warfare, " shapes global thoughts w

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

Immigration Debate: A New Path for Democrats?

With Donald Trump set to become president again, some Democrats and pro-immigration groups are considering new ideas to address immigration. Some want to reduce overall immigration numbers while creating better legal paths for immigrants based on the economy's needs and humanitarian relief. Represe

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Jan 05 2025BUSINESS

Russia's Pivot to Asia: How China Plays a Big Role

You might be surprised to find out how a war in Europe has rippled effects across the globe, particularly in the world of natural gas. Russia, seeking new markets for its gas exports after its invasion of Ukraine, is trying to pivot towards Asia, especially China. But how successful will Russia be?

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Jan 05 2025POLITICS

Republicans Rally Behind Trump's Plan for One Major Bill

House Republicans recently gathered for a secret meeting on Saturday. Former President Donald Trump had a big idea he wanted to share, according to insiders. He wanted to combine border security, energy policies, and taxes into one giant bill. This plan was a bit risky but super important for pushin

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

Improving Birth Equity with Feedback: Can It Work?

Ensuring all mothers receive fair treatment during childbirth is crucial. One way to achieve this is by using standardized guidelines, like those for starting labor artificially. These guidelines can help reduce differences in care based on race. Research shows that using these guidelines can make b

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Jan 04 2025BUSINESS

Is MicroStrategy the New Meme Stock?

MicroStrategy, known for its data visualization tools, has caught investors' attention for its big bet on Bitcoin. The company started buying Bitcoin in 2020, and by 2024, it owned nearly 2% of the world's Bitcoin supply. This move made MicroStrategy's stock price skyrocket, turning it into one of t

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Jan 04 2025SPORTS

Giannis' Message: Bucks Need More Fire Against Nets

The Milwaukee Bucks lost a tough game against the Brooklyn Nets. They were down by 20 points but fought back in the fourth quarter. The Nets didn't score for the last seven minutes, yet they won. The Bucks have now lost three times to the Nets this season. After the game, star player Giannis Antetok

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