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Dec 19 2025WEATHER

New Jersey Braces for a Windy and Wet Night

New Jersey is in for a rough night and morning. A big storm is coming, bringing strong winds and lots of rain. The worst part? It's happening during the morning rush hour on Friday. Starting Thursday night, winds will pick up. They could gust up to 45 mph, which is strong enough to knock over trees

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Dec 19 2025WEATHER

Roads Turn Dangerous as Winter Weather Moves In

The weather took a sudden turn today, bringing a mix of freezing drizzle and light snow to the area. This rapid shift, caused by a strong cold front, has led to tricky travel conditions. Wet surfaces are quickly turning to ice as temperatures drop fast. Strong winds, gusting up to 40 mph, are making

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Dec 19 2025HEALTH

Fats in the Brain: What Omega-3 and Omega-6 Really Do

People often talk about how good or bad fats are for our brains. Omega-3 and Omega-6 are two types of fats that get a lot of attention. Some studies say they help prevent brain diseases, while others say they don't make much difference. This is confusing, right? To clear things up, researchers looke

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Dec 19 2025SCIENCE

Is Global Warming Science Just Hot Air?

A recent study has stirred up a storm in the world of climate science. It questions the way global temperatures are measured and used to make big decisions. The study points out that averaging temperatures from different places, like Mount Everest and the Sahara Desert, doesn't make much sense. It's

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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

A New Leader Takes the Helm at PureTech Health

PureTech Health has a new boss. Robert Lyne is now the CEO. He's been with the company for a while. He was the interim CEO since July 2025. Before that, he was the Chief Portfolio Officer. He's got a lot of experience. He used to be the CEO of Arix Bioscience plc. He's worked in life science and ven

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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

UAW Leadership Shake-Up: What's Next for the Union?

The United Auto Workers (UAW) is going through some big changes. Chris Brooks, who was a top strategist and the chief of staff to UAW President Shawn Fain, is leaving the union. This comes after a federal monitor's report said Brooks was involved in trying to take away duties from another union lead

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Dec 19 2025HEALTH

Can AI Chatbots Really Help with Mental Health?

AI chatbots are becoming popular for mental health support. These chatbots use generative AI to talk to people. They aim to make mental health care more accessible. But how well do these chatbots work? That's a big question. Experts are trying to figure out how to measure their effectiveness. They

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Dec 18 2025WEATHER

Bracing for a Chilly Thursday: Wind, Snow, and Ice Take Over

The Twin Cities are in for a rough day on Thursday. A weather alert is out, warning of strong winds, a bit of snow, and roads that could turn icy in a flash. The advisory starts at 9 a. m. and lasts until 9 p. m. , so plan ahead. Wind is the big story here. Gusts between 45 and 60 mph are expected

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

Inflation Takes a Breather: What It Means for Your Money

Prices went up, but not as much as experts thought they would in November. This gave investors a glimmer of hope that inflation might be slowing down. The consumer price index (CPI) showed a 2. 7% annual increase, which was lower than the predicted 3. 1%. Even when you take out the wobbly prices of

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Prices Slow Down, but Many Still Struggle

Prices are still going up, but not as fast as before. In November, the cost of living increased by 2. 7% compared to the same month last year. This is a bit lower than the 3% rise seen in September. However, prices did go up by 0. 2% from September to November. The government didn't track prices in

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