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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Federally Funded Libraries and Museums Face Uncertain Future

A small federal agency, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, is facing significant changes. The agency has put all of its approximately 75 employees on paid administrative leave. This move signals major cuts to its operations. The agency's employees were told to return all government-issued

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Apr 01 2025WEATHER

Stormy Times Ahead: Weather Forecasts Under Threat

As the wind howls and the skies darken, residents in the south and southwest suburbs brace for the annual tornado season. This year, however, the familiar sights and sounds of severe weather come with a new twist: fewer eyes in the sky and less data to predict storms. Staff cuts at the Nati

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Mar 31 2025FINANCE

Trade War Turmoil: How Tariffs Might Hit Your Wallet

The US economy is facing a tough time. The chances of a recession have gone up because of rising tariffs. This is not good news for anyone. A big bank, Goldman Sachs, thinks there is now a 35% chance of a recession in the next year. This is a big jump from the 20% chance they thought a few months ag

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Mar 31 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's AI Upgrade: Free Access to Gemini 2. 5 Pro

Gemini 2. 5 Pro is now available to all users. This is a big deal because it usually takes a while for these updates to reach everyone. This new model is part of Google's push to make AI more reliable and less prone to errors. It uses something called simulated reasoning. This is a fancy way of sayi

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Hawaii's Ag Leaders Make Big Moves in Washington

A group of more than 20 leaders from Hawaii's farming, ranching, and business sectors just wrapped up their second annual trip to Washington, D. C. They met with top officials to talk about the future of Hawaii's agriculture. This year, they had a special guest: the new US Secretary of Agriculture,

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Mar 31 2025TECHNOLOGY

Qualcomm's Upcoming Chipset: What to Expect

Qualcomm is set to unveil a new chipset on April 2, but the name remains a mystery. The company has a history of releasing non-flagship chipsets with high-end features, and this new release seems to follow that trend. The upcoming chipset is expected to be a part of the Snapdragon 8s series, likely

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Mar 31 2025HEALTH

Blood Test Breakthrough: Tracking Alzheimer's Progression

Alzheimer’s disease is a growing concern worldwide, and early detection is crucial for effective treatment. A new blood test has been developed to identify Alzheimer’s and monitor its progression. This test focuses on detecting fragments of a protein called tau, specifically eMTBR-tau243, which ar

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Mar 31 2025TECHNOLOGY

Pixel 10 Pro Fold: What's New and What's Not?

The tech world is buzzing with leaks about the upcoming Pixel 10 Pro Fold. It seems that Google is not planning any major changes for this model. This is a trend seen with other devices in the 2025 lineup. The leaked images, created using CAD software, show a device that looks almost exactly like

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Bangkok's Shaky Skyscrapers: Lessons from a Collapsed Tower

A high-rise building under construction in Bangkok crumbled during a recent earthquake. This event has sparked a critical review of the city's construction safety rules. The 30-story State Audit Office building, near the bustling Chatuchak Market, is now a pile of rubble. Rescue efforts are underway

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Students and Teachers in the Crosshairs: A New Wave of Detentions

A wave of detentions has swept through college campuses, targeting students and faculty who have spoken out on Palestinian issues. These individuals, many of whom have valid visas or permanent residency, are now facing deportation. The crackdown is part of a broader effort to control immigratio

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