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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Jared Isaacman's Big NASA Test: What's Next?

Jared Isaacman, a billionaire tech boss and friend of Elon Musk, is back in the hot seat. He's up for a big job: running NASA. But first, he's got to convince a group of senators that he's the right guy for the role. This isn't his first time at the rodeo. Back in April, he had a similar chat with

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Dec 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

South Carolina's Coastal Crisis: Time to Update Old Rules

South Carolina's coast is changing fast. Islands are disappearing. Roads and homes are underwater more often. This is not news to people who live there. Yet, the rules that protect these places are stuck in the past. They do not consider rising sea levels or the unique importance of areas like Cape

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Mixing Muscle and Machine: A Look at Hybrid Arm Prosthetics

Upper limb prosthetics are not one-size-fits-all. They come in different types, and one type that's gaining traction is hybrid-power prostheses. These devices blend body-power and external-power into a single unit. Despite their growing use, especially for above-elbow amputations, there's a lack of

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Dec 03 2025BUSINESS

A New Chapter for Provincetown's Crown & Anchor

Provincetown's Crown & Anchor is changing hands, but its spirit will stay the same. The new owner, Tristan Schukraft, is taking over next month. He plans to put in over $5 million to spruce up the place. The hotel part will get a new name, but the main venue will keep its old one. The Crown & Ancho

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Dec 03 2025CRIME

A Nighttime Fire Stirs Questions in West Village

A fire broke out in a West Village shop early Wednesday, leaving investigators puzzled. The blaze started after an unknown item was tossed through the window of a building that houses a barbershop and a smoke shop. Witnesses reported seeing around six individuals near the scene just after 3 a. m. ,

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Dec 03 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Galaxies

Elliptical galaxies hold a fascinating secret in their ultraviolet (UV) light. This secret could help scientists figure out how old these galaxies are. Recent studies have shown that the UV light from these galaxies comes from different types of stars. Some are metal-poor, and others are metal-rich

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Dec 03 2025LIFESTYLE

Love in the Digital Age: Hinge's Unique Approach to Dating

Hinge, a dating app, is trying to change how young people think about love. They want to show that real relationships are not like the perfect stories in movies or books. The app's marketing chief believes that focusing on real, messy, and unexpected love stories can help young people see dating in

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Keeping Your Mind and Body Active: How It Affects Brain Health

People often talk about how staying active can help keep the mind sharp. But what does science say about this? A study looked into how physical and mental activities might affect the brain over time. The focus was on older adults who did not have dementia. The study wanted to see if these activities

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Dec 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Amazon and Nvidia Team Up to Boost AI Power

Amazon and Nvidia are working together to make AI faster and more efficient. They are combining Nvidia's advanced tech with Amazon's custom chips and cloud services. This teamwork aims to help businesses train and use AI systems more quickly. At a recent tech event, they announced new ways to conne

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Dec 03 2025BUSINESS

Elon Musk's Expanding Company Town: A Look at Snailbrook's Growth

Elon Musk, the wealthiest individual globally, is known for his ambitious projects and unique approach to urban development. His latest venture, Snailbrook in Bastrop County, Texas, is a testament to this. This sprawling 10-square-mile compound is home to several of Musk's ventures, including the Bo

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