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Dec 23 2025BUSINESS

Fulgent Genetics Expands Reach with Two Big Buys

Fulgent Genetics is making a big move in the lab world. They're buying two companies, Bako Diagnostics and StrataDx, for a cool $55. 5 million. This deal is expected to close in the first half of 2026, but only if all the necessary approvals come through. Fulgent is known for its tech-based approac

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Dec 22 2025CRIME

A Year of Shadows: Unraveling the Taipei Attack

In a city known for its safety, a shocking event unfolded. A man, later identified as Chang Wen, took the lives of three people and injured eleven more in a brutal attack. He used knives and grenades, striking at a metro station and nearby streets before meeting his end on the fifth floor of a depar

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

China and EU Dairy Trade Feud Heats Up

China has decided to impose tariffs on European dairy products. The move comes after an investigation into EU subsidies for dairy. These subsidies, according to China, have hurt their own dairy industry. The tariffs will range from 21. 9% to 42. 7%. Companies that cooperated with the investigation w

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Dec 22 2025WEATHER

California's Holiday Deluge: A State Under Water

California is in for a wet holiday season, with heavy rain and flooding causing chaos across the state. The situation has already turned deadly, with one person losing their life in Redding due to the extreme weather. The city's mayor confirmed the tragic news, mentioning that emergency services are

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Dec 22 2025WEATHER

Northern California Faces Flooding After Heavy Rains

Northern California experienced severe flooding after heavy rains hit the region on Sunday. The downpour caused flash floods, leading to at least one fatality. Redding, a city with around 94, 000 residents, was one of the worst-hit areas. Shasta County saw up to six inches of rain, causing signific

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Dec 22 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid Deflection: Unexpected Lessons from NASA's DART Mission

In 2022, NASA achieved a groundbreaking feat by crashing a spacecraft into an asteroid called Dimorphos. The goal was to see if they could change the asteroid's path. The mission, named DART, was a success in shifting the asteroid's orbit. However, new findings show that the impact had more complex

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Jim Beam Takes a Break: What's Happening and Why It Matters

Jim Beam, the famous bourbon whiskey brand, is taking a short break. Starting January 1st, the main distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, will stop making whiskey. This is not forever, though. The company wants to use this time to make some improvements. The good news is that visitors can still go to t

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Dec 22 2025SCIENCE

Crabs and Lobsters: Do They Feel Pain?

People often enjoy crabs and lobsters, especially during holidays. But have you ever wondered if these creatures feel pain when they are cooked? A recent study sheds some light on this question. Researchers studied the European shore crab to see how it reacts to potentially harmful stimuli. They us

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Dec 22 2025HEALTH

Keeping Your Brain Young: Simple Habits, Big Results

Brain health is not just about genes. It's also about daily choices. Recent research shows that simple lifestyle changes can make a big difference. These changes can help keep the brain young and healthy. Things like managing stress, sleeping well, and having good friends are key. They are all withi

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Dec 22 2025WEATHER

California's Heavy Rainfall Leads to Tragedy and Chaos

Northern California faced severe weather over the weekend, with heavy rain, snow, and strong winds causing chaos. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued flood-related alerts across the state, warning of dangerous conditions. In Redding, Shasta County, one person lost their life due to flash floo

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