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Aug 17 2025FINANCE

Retirement Plans: New Investments, New Risks

Retirement accounts like 401(k)s are usually simple. They mostly hold stocks and bonds. But things might change soon. An order from President Trump wants to add new types of investments to these accounts. These include cryptocurrency, real estate, and private equity. Private equity firms buy compan

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Aug 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Box Office Showdown: Who's Winning the Weekend?

The movie world is buzzing with action this weekend. "Weapons" is still the king of the box office, holding onto its top spot for the second week in a row. This horror flick is doing so well that it might just become one of the top 15 movies of the year. It's not slowing down, and fans are loving it

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Aug 15 2025BUSINESS

A 76-Year-Old's Guide to Business Success

Rose Fass, a 76-year-old business veteran, has a unique story to tell. She's not just any business consultant; she's the brains behind fassforward Consulting Group, a company that's helped some of the biggest names in the game, like SpaceX and Chick-fil-A, grow and succeed. But let's rewind a bit.

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Aug 11 2025SPORTS

Breaking Barriers: Jen Pawol Makes History in Baseball

Jen Pawol has achieved something remarkable. She is the first woman to umpire a Major League Baseball game. This happened during a match between the Atlanta Braves and the Miami Marlins. The event was a big deal, but Pawol is already back to her usual routine in Triple A. Pawol's journey to this po

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Aug 08 2025POLITICS

Clintons in Hot Water Over Epstein Investigation

A congressional committee has issued subpoenas to former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton as part of an investigation into the crimes of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The subpoenas demand their testimony and relevant documents. If they refuse to comply,

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Aug 08 2025FINANCE

Retirement Savings: New Investment Choices on the Horizon

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that could potentially open up 401(k) retirement plans to include investments in private equity and cryptocurrencies. This move, if fully implemented, would allow millions of Americans to diversify their retirement portfolios beyond traditional st

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Aug 05 2025POLITICS

Why the U. S. Wants to Change the Name of a UN Aviation Program

The U. S. is pushing for a name change and funding cut for a UN aviation program that supports women's involvement in the industry. The program, currently called the Gender Equality Programme, is managed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The U. S. wants to rename it to the Emp

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Aug 05 2025BUSINESS

Big Money Moves in the Water Business

A major investment group is thinking about a big move. They might raise over a billion dollars to keep a stake in a company that deals with water infrastructure. This is not a small deal. It's a big bet on the future of water management. The company in question is Azuria Water Solutions. They are n

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Aug 03 2025SPORTS

Parsons' Trade Talk: Will It Rock the Boat?

The Dallas Cowboys are in a bit of a pickle. Star linebacker Micah Parsons wants out. But coach Brian Schottenheimer isn't sweating it. He thinks the team will stay focused on their goals. Schottenheimer met with reporters and said the team is all about getting better. He believes the players are lo

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Jul 28 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Struggle: Why Newborn Sepsis Goes Unnoticed

Newborn sepsis is a big problem around the world, especially in countries that don't have a lot of money. It's hard to know how many babies get sick because there aren't enough good tests to find out. This makes it tough to plan how to help them. In many places, doctors don't have the right tools t

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