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Jun 18 2025BUSINESS

Waukegan's New Hub for Business and Community

The Waukegan Mail Depot is more than just a place to pick up mail or ship packages. It is a vibrant community hub created by Janessa Rodriguez, Raquel Cruz, and Gabriel Cruz. These entrepreneurs opened their doors in November with a clear vision: to foster a space where local businesses could thrive

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Jun 18 2025HEALTH

How Reliable Are AI Tools in Emergency Rooms?

The medical field is buzzing with the potential of large language models (LLMs). These AI tools can handle various tasks, including summarizing text. As these tools start to pop up in hospitals, it's crucial to check how well they work. A study looked at 100 random adult visits to an emergency depar

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Jun 18 2025SCIENCE

New Fabric Tech: Breathable Defense Against Chemical and Radiation Threats

Scientists have created a new type of fabric that can protect against chemical, biological, and radiation threats. This fabric uses a double-layered system to shield the wearer from harmful substances. The outer layer repels water and oil, while the inner layer provides protection against

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Jun 18 2025SCIENCE

UFOs: The Truth Behind the Government's Secrets

The fascination with unidentified flying objects and government conspiracies has been going on for decades. One former NASA official has decided to challenge the idea that aliens are visiting Earth. Joseph Gutheinz, a retired senior special agent from NASA’s Office of Inspector General, thinks it'

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Jun 18 2025POLITICS

Jared's Unseen Path: A Vision for NASA's Future

Jared Isaacman had a plan. He was close to becoming NASA's administrator. He had gone through months of checks, interviews, and a committee hearing. He was all set for a vote in the US Senate. Then, a phone call changed everything. The president's office wanted a different person for the job. This w

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Jun 18 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise as Israel and Iran Clash

In the midst of a heated conflict, Israel launched a series of strikes on Tehran. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) warned residents in certain areas of the city to evacuate immediately. People in Tehran fled the capital, with reports of strong explosions hitting buildings in various parts of the cit

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Jun 18 2025POLITICS

Trump's Tightrope Walk: Balancing Israel and Iran

The political landscape is heating up. A former president is trying to keep his supporters happy. This is no easy task. He promised to avoid more wars in the Middle East. Now, he must decide whether to help Israel attack Iran. Israel recently targeted several places in Iran. These included mili

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Jun 18 2025SPORTS

Fireworks on the Court: Fever vs. Sun Showdown

The Indiana Fever and Connecticut Sun faced off in a heated game on a Tuesday evening. The match was intense, with both teams pushing hard. The Fever secured a 88-71 victory at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The third quarter saw a dramatic moment involving Caitlin Clark. Sheldon, a player from the Sun, fou

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Jun 18 2025FINANCE

Stocks Tumble as Middle East Tensions and Economic Worries Collide

The stock market took a hit on June 17, 2025. Investors were worried about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The Israel-Iran conflict had been going on for five days. This uncertainty made investors nervous, leading to a drop in stock prices. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 299.

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Jun 18 2025POLITICS

City Official's Arrest Sparks Debate on Immigration Policies

In New York City, a notable event unfolded on June 17, 2025, when Brad Lander, the city's comptroller and a mayoral hopeful, found himself in the midst of a controversy. Lander was apprehended by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and FBI agents outside a federal immigration court. The arre

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