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Dec 17 2024POLITICS

Remote Federal Work in the Crosshairs: Trump's Plan to End Telework

Donald Trump, the soon-to-be president, is upset about a deal that lets federal workers keep doing their jobs from home. He thinks it's a bad idea and wants to stop it. The agreement, made by the Social Security Administration, lets workers telecommute until 2029. Trump doesn't like this and thinks

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Unveiling a New Tool for Cancer Detection and Treatment

Scientists are working on a new way to see and treat cancer. They are targeting proteins called BRD3 and BRD4, which are found in many types of cancer cells. Right now, doctors mainly use antibodies to spot these proteins. But these antibodies can be pricey and hard to use. Plus, they can't help tre

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Dec 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Oliver Trevena Joins Untitled Entertainment for Management

Actor Oliver Trevena, known for his roles in "Plane" and "The Bricklayer, " has recently teamed up with Untitled Entertainment for management. His latest projects include the upcoming "Hotel Tehran" with Liam Neeson and Zachary Levi, "The Cut" with Orlando Bloom, and "Mermaid" starring Mel Gibson. N

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

How Your Seating Posture Affects Your Head and Neck

Imagine sitting at your desk or in a classroom chair all day. You might not think much about your posture, but it can have a big impact on your neck and head. Some experts believe that the way you hold your upper neck can lead to neck pain and headaches. To understand this better, scientists used in

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Dec 17 2024TECHNOLOGY

Stay Connected This Winter: Weatherproof Your Internet

As winter approaches, it's time to think about how snow, rain, and clouds might mess with your internet. Satellite internet is usually the biggest troublemaker, with signals having to travel over 22, 000 miles. If there's rain or heavy cloud cover along the way, your internet could go kaput. Even ca

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Dec 17 2024WEATHER

Snow Dreams May Melt for Many This Holiday

Christmas is around the corner, but for many in the US, a white Christmas might just be a dream. Weather forecasts suggest temperatures could be way above normal for much of the country on December 25. Last year, the US experienced its warmest winter ever. This year, the country could be split into

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Dec 17 2024WEATHER

Wet Week Ahead for the Tri-State Area

Get ready for a wet week, folks! The weather experts are predicting some soggy days in the Tri-State region. Let's dive into what they've got to say. First off, Monday is shaping up to be a soggy start. An area of showers and thunderstorms is expected to roll through the area. But hold on, Tuesday

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

Vets Trying Psychedelics for Brain Injury Relief

In July, a group of U. S. Special Operations veterans embarked on an unusual journey. They traveled to Mexico in search of relief for their post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) symptoms. Their mission? To experiment with powerful psychedelics. Over two days, they pl

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Dec 16 2024CELEBRITIES

Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton's Surprise Opera Adventure

Did you ever think you'd see reality stars Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie try their hand at opera? Neither did we! In a new series called “Paris & Nicole: The Encore, ” these two seemingly unlikely opera enthusiasts got a crash course in the world of opera from the esteemed composer Thomas Adès. Sur

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Dec 16 2024BUSINESS

Japan's SoftBank and Trump Team Up for $100 Billion U. S. Investment

Japanese technology giant SoftBank and President-elect Donald Trump have unveiled a massive $100 billion investment plan aiming to boost growth in artificial intelligence (AI) and infrastructure projects in the United States. The initiative, first reported by CNBC, aims to generate 100, 000 jobs ove

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