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Mar 27 2025BUSINESS

Taiwan's Big Decision: Approving TSMC's US Investment

Taiwan's Economic Ministry holds the keys to a massive US investment by TSMC. This isn't just about money. It's about national security and economic growth. The ministry, led by J. W. Kuo, has the final say on whether TSMC can pour $100 billion into US chip manufacturing. This isn't a small deal. It

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Mar 27 2025POLITICS

The Publisher's Dilemma: A Crackdown on Free Speech

A Taiwanese publishing house editor faced a three-year jail term for allegedly promoting separatism, according to a Chinese government spokesperson. Li Yanhe, a Chinese national residing in Taiwan, was arrested two years ago while visiting China. His trial and sentencing in Shanghai were reported by

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Mar 27 2025HEALTH

Vitamin A Overdose: The Unintended Consequences of Misguided Advice

Measles is a serious disease that can lead to severe health problems. In recent times, there has been a push for an alternative treatment for measles. This treatment involves the use of high doses of Vitamin A. The idea was promoted by a well-known figure in the anti-vaccination movement. This perso

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Mar 27 2025SPORTS

Who Will Shine in 2025: MLB Stars to Watch

The 2025 baseball season is here, and it's time to look at who might win the big awards. The predictions are out there for who will win the division titles and the World Series. Now, let's dive into the player awards. The fun part about these awards is that they can be a mix of expected and surpr

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Mar 27 2025BUSINESS

Auto Industry Braces for Major Shift

The auto industry is facing a significant change. A new policy has been introduced that will affect how cars and parts are traded. This policy will impose a 25% tax on all cars and parts that are not made in the United States. This tax will start on April 3, 2024, at midnight. The goal is to boost t

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Mar 26 2025BUSINESS

Wall Street's Big Payday: A Look at the Record-Breaking Bonuses of 2024

In 2024, Wall Street's bonus pool reached an unprecedented high of $47. 5 billion. This is a significant jump from the previous year's $35. 4 billion, marking the largest increase since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. On average, each banker took home a hefty $244, 700, a 31% increa

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Mar 26 2025SPORTS

Why Cameron Heyward is Open to Aaron Rodgers Joining the Steelers

Cameron Heyward, a key player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has changed his tune about the possibility of Aaron Rodgers joining the team. Initially, he seemed less than thrilled, but he's since clarified his thoughts. He didn't mean to sound negative about Rodgers. He just doesn't want to go to extre

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Mar 26 2025SPORTS

Titans' Draft Strategy: Confusion or Cleverness?

The Tennessee Titans have been sending out mixed signals about their interest in Cam Ward. Last Monday, they dispatched a large group to Miami to observe Ward's Pro Day workout. However, the very next day, they were quietly exploring other trade possibilities. This back-and-forth has left many wonde

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Mar 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Space Station Tech Gets a Boost from Military Funding

Gravitics, a firm known for building parts for space stations, has just scored a big deal. They won an award from the Space Force to use their tech for quick space missions. This isn't just any award. It's called a STRATFI, and it's worth up to $60 million. The Space Force puts in half, and Gravitic

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Mar 26 2025HEALTH

How Long Does COVID-19 Immunity Really Last?

The COVID-19 pandemic has been around for four years. It is important to understand how immunity works. This helps in making good public health decisions. There are three types of immunity to consider. Vaccine-induced immunity is what you get from vaccines. Natural immunity comes from getting s

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