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Mar 07 2025HEALTH

Healthy Kids, Healthy Choices: A New FDA Chief's Plan

Imagine this: A surgeon with a big vision for healthier school lunches is up for a major job. Dr. Marty Makary, a well-known figure from Johns Hopkins University, is in the running to lead the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If he gets the job, he's got some big plans. First off, he

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Mar 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

AMD's Big March Reveal: New Ryzen CPUs on the Way

AMD is gearing up for a major launch on March 12th. This time, it's not about graphics cards, but about their powerful new CPUs. The company is set to release the Ryzen 9 9900X3D and 9950X3D processors. These aren't just any CPUs; they come with a special 3D V-Cache technology. The Ryzen 9 9900X3D

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Mar 07 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Tariff Turmoil: Stock Market in a Spin

Stocks in the US took a hit on Thursday, with all three major indexes finishing lower. The Nasdaq, in particular, found itself in correction territory, down 10% from its December high. This wasn't the only bad news for investors. The Dow and S&P 500 are having their worst week since September 2024 a

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Mar 07 2025SCIENCE

Moon Landing Mishap: What Went Wrong with Athena?

The latest lunar mission faced an unexpected challenge. A privately owned spacecraft, Athena, recently attempted to land on the moon. It was carrying a drill, a drone, and rovers for NASA and other customers. The landing seemed to go smoothly at first, but things quickly took a turn for the worse. T

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

Hunter Biden's Art and Book Sales Plunge

Hunter Biden, son of former President Joe Biden, is facing a tough time. His income has dropped significantly. This is because his father is no longer the president. Hunter's earnings used to come from selling his artwork and his memoir, "Beautiful Things. " But since his father stepped down from th

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Mar 07 2025HEALTH

How a Village in Congo Took Charge of Its Health

In the heart of the Democratic Republic of Congo, a remarkable experiment unfolded. A national program shook things up by giving villages money for better latrines and water systems. But that was just the start. The program also aimed to boost local leadership and encourage better hygiene habits.

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

Europe's Energy Shift: Why America is Key

Europe's journey to reduce its reliance on Russian energy has been a rocky road. Since the war in Ukraine began, Europe has been working to cut ties with Russian gas. But, there is still a long way to go. Some might see a peace deal as a chance to go back to business as usual with Russia, but that w

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Mar 07 2025WEATHER

Spring Weather: A Wild Ride Ahead

Spring weather is like a roller coaster. One minute it's sunny and breezy, the next it's rainy and chilly. Let's break down what's coming up in the next few days. First off, tonight and tomorrow are going to be a mix. After the sun sets, the winds will calm down. It will be a chilly night,

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Mar 07 2025WEATHER

Weather Warnings: Why Cutting Corners Could Cost Lives

Imagine a world where weather warnings are no longer reliable. That's a real possibility if funding cuts continue to hit the National Weather Service (NWS). The NWS, part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has recently seen significant job losses. Hundreds of employees we

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Mar 07 2025BUSINESS

B. C. Plans to Tackle Tariffs and Economic Challenges

The recent announcement of tariffs on Canadian goods by the U. S. has left many wondering what the future holds for British Columbia's economy. On March 5, Finance Minister Brenda Bailey addressed a gathering of business leaders at the Hotel Grand Pacific. She acknowledged the tough times ahead, wit

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