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Dec 20 2024BUSINESS

Burr Ridge's Big Development Debate

Bridge Industrial, a Chicago-based developer, is pushing for a major commercial project in Burr Ridge, Illinois. The plan involves transforming the old CNH Industrial site on Veterans Boulevard into seven new buildings. However, not everyone is on board. A village advisory committee has expressed co

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Israel Retaliates Against Houthi Attack in Yemen

In the early hours of Thursday, Israel's military responded with deadly force to a missile and drone attack by the Houthi militant group. Nine people were killed and three injured when Israeli airstrikes hit a port and oil facility near Yemen's capital, Sanaa. The Houthis, backed by Iran, had launch

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Dec 19 2024CRIME

The Shocking Fate of a Young Dreamer

In September 2022, Aurimar Iturriago Villegas, a 21-year-old woman from Venezuela, made it safely to the U. S. with dreams of earning money to help her family. Tragically, she was killed in a road rage incident near Dallas, Texas, just two months later. What happened next left her mother, Arelis Cor

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Inflammation in Atherosclerosis: Beyond Lipid Control

For years, atherosclerosis has been linked to both inflammation and lipid buildup. But even with the best lipid-lowering treatments, some patients still show high inflammatory markers. This is where anti-inflammatory therapies come in, aiming to tackle this leftover risk. Let's explore the main infl

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Giving Politics a Break: Why It's Okay to Step Back

After the 2023 election, a notable conversation emerged. Jamal Bryant, the senior pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia, had a unique message for the Black women in his congregation. His fiancée, now wife, Rev. Karri Turner, encouraged them to take a break from politic

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Why China's Courting U. S. States

Ever heard of China trying to sway U. S. local politics? It's true! They're sweetening the deal with gifts like trips and even baby pandas for zoos. But why? Well, talking to national leaders is getting tougher. With China's unpopularity, many politicians avoid visits. Plus, it's risky to get too cl

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Fairfax NAACP Invites Community to Tysons Casino Talk

Hey there, something interesting is happening in Fairfax County! The NAACP is throwing a party, but this isn't your usual get-together. The chat is all about this proposed entertainment complex in Tysons, you know, the one with a casino and all kinds of fun stuff. The talk is set for January 7, 2025

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Dec 19 2024ENVIRONMENT

Air Quality and Health: A Study in Salvador

Have you ever wondered how air pollution affects our health? Scientists in Brazil decided to find out more about this. They studied the tiny particles in the air, called PM2. 5, which are so small they can't be seen with the naked eye. These particles can come from things like car exhaust, factories

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Flexible Ureteroscope with Pressure and Temperature Control: A Real-World Test

Scientists recently explored a new way to make flexible ureteroscopy safer and more efficient. They created a device called the PT Scope™ that can control pressure and temperature during procedures. This tool was tested in multiple healthcare centers to see if it works as intended. Imagine trying t

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Breast Cancer Response to Chemo: What's Collagen Got to Do With It?

In the realm of breast cancer, the tumor's surrounding tissue, known as the stroma, plays a significant role. One key factor in this stroma is collagen fibers, which can influence the cancer's progression. A recent study delved into the connection between these collagen fibers and how well breast ca

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