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Oct 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Tech Takes the Lead: How Pega is Changing the Game

Pega has just been named a top player in the tech world by Gartner. This isn't just any recognition—it's for something new called Business Orchestration and Automation Technology (BOAT). The idea behind BOAT is to bring together different kinds of automation and AI to make businesses run smoother. T

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Oct 24 2025HEALTH

Health Insurance Costs: A Growing Burden for American Families

Health insurance costs in the U. S. are climbing fast. For families, the average yearly cost is now close to $27, 000. This is a big jump, especially since costs have been going up for three years straight. Economists are worried. When health care costs rise faster than the economy, there's less mo

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Oct 24 2025HEALTH

Maine's Parent Caregiver Law: A Well-Meaning Idea Stuck in Bureaucracy

Maine's attempt to support parents caring for severely disabled children is hitting roadblocks. The law, passed in 2023, was supposed to allow parents to get paid for their caregiving roles. But two years later, it's not working as planned. The main issue? The law ties the program to home health ag

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Oct 24 2025HEALTH

A New Hope in Fighting Solid Tumors: CDR404 Shows Promise

CDR404, a new type of cancer treatment, is making waves in the medical world. This treatment is designed to target specific cancer cells and activate the body's immune system to fight them. Recent studies have shown that CDR404 can trigger a strong immune response in patients with certain types of c

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Oct 24 2025HEALTH

Cumberland County's New Hub for Comprehensive Cancer Care

Cumberland County is about to get a major upgrade in healthcare facilities. A brand-new cancer center is set to open its doors next week. This isn't just any center; it's a massive 40, 250-square-foot space designed to bring together a wide range of cancer care services under one roof. This means no

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Oct 24 2025HEALTH

A New Way to Spot Liver Trouble Early

NAFLD, or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, is becoming more common. It's a big deal for public health. So, finding easy and effective ways to spot it early is super important. Enter TyHGB, a new metabolic index. It's made up of triglycerides, HDL cholesterol, and glucose. It's been showing potent

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Oct 24 2025SCIENCE

Earth's Temporary Cosmic Companion: Meet the Quasi-Moon

Earth has a new, temporary neighbor in space. It's not a moon like we usually think of, but an asteroid named 2025 PN7. This space rock is tagging along with Earth's journey around the sun, but it's not actually orbiting our planet. Instead, it's more like a hitchhiker, sticking around for about 58

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Oct 24 2025LIFESTYLE

Retirement in Texas: Affordable Living and Unique Experiences

Texas is a top pick for retirees. It has no state income tax. This means more money for fun and comfort. The cost of living is lower than in many other states. Plus, the weather is warm most of the year. Jefferson County is a great choice. It has affordable housing. The average home price is much l

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Oct 24 2025HEALTH

Mobile Tech Steps In to Help Parents Raise Healthier Kids

Parents are the first teachers for kids. They help shape habits that last a lifetime. But helping kids stay healthy can be tough. Many programs focus on just one parent. They also don't always look at how parents work together. This is where mobile health, or mHealth, comes in. mHealth uses phones

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Oct 24 2025HEALTH

Pet Food Alert: What You Need to Know About Recent Recalls

Two pet food companies have pulled some of their products off the shelves due to possible salmonella contamination. Foodynamics and Raw Bistro are the brands involved. This bacteria can make both pets and people unwell. Foodynamics is recalling several freeze-dried treats. These include items from

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