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Aug 29 2025BUSINESS

Taiwan's New Economy Chief: A Tech Insider Takes the Helm

Taiwan has a new economy minister, and he's no stranger to the tech world. Kung Ming-hsin, who recently served as the cabinet secretary-general, has been tapped to lead the country's economic strategy. Before that, he was on the board of TSMC, the world's biggest chipmaker, representing the governme

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Aug 28 2025HEALTH

How Cervical Cancer Cells Change Shape and What It Means

Cervical cancer cells can change their shape and behavior when treated with certain drugs. These drugs, known as HDAC inhibitors, mess with how the cell's nucleus looks and works. The nucleus is like the brain of the cell, and these drugs make it bigger and alter how stuff moves in and out of it. S

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Aug 27 2025CELEBRITIES

Rampage Jackson Faces Backlash After Son's Wrestling Incident

Quentin "Rampage" Jackson is under fire after his son, Raja, left a wrestler in critical condition. This has sparked a wave of online hate, with Jackson receiving racist messages and death threats. The incident happened during a wrestling event where Raja, an MMA fighter, allegedly attacked wrestle

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Aug 27 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New Film Killing Castro Unveils First Look

Get ready for a trip back in time! A new movie called "Killing Castro" is coming to the Toronto Film Festival. This film is based on real events from 1960. It's about Fidel Castro, the leader of the Cuban revolution, visiting New York City. He was supposed to give a speech at the United Nations. But

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Aug 27 2025POLITICS

John Bolton's Safety Concerns and Trump's Response

John Bolton, a former advisor to President Donald Trump, has expressed worry about his safety following the removal of his Secret Service protection. He shared these concerns during an online event where he was discussing Trump's recent summit with the South Korean leader. Bolton mentioned that he

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Aug 26 2025POLITICS

FEMA Workers Sound Alarm: Are We Headed for Another Katrina?

In a bold move, nearly three dozen FEMA employees have raised serious concerns about the Trump administration's handling of disaster response. They've sent a letter to Congress, warning that the lack of experience among top officials could lead to a repeat of the Hurricane Katrina disaster. These e

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Aug 25 2025SCIENCE

Light-Driven Copper: A New Way to Make Molecules

Scientists have found a clever way to make special molecules using light and copper. This method is unique because it can create these molecules in a specific shape, which is important for making medicines and other useful stuff. The process involves mixing simple ingredients to create a special co

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Aug 25 2025EDUCATION

AI's Growing Role in Colleges: A Double-Edged Sword

Colleges are increasingly turning to AI to handle routine tasks, freeing up staff for more complex work. At Roxbury Community College, a new AI assistant named AskRoxie is set to take over simple queries, from password resets to financial aid questions. This shift is part of a broader trend in New E

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Aug 24 2025BUSINESS

The Government's Intel Investment: Old Money, New Deal

The U. S. government has struck a deal with Intel, but it's not as straightforward as it seems. Instead of new cash, the government is using funds already promised to Intel under previous grants. This $8. 9 billion investment comes from two main sources: $5. 7 billion from the CHIPS Act and $3. 2 bi

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Aug 22 2025FINANCE

A Big Mistake in the Stock Market

In India, a stockbroker named Avendus Spark made a huge blunder. They were supposed to sell only 24% of a company called Clean Science & Technology. But, they sold way more shares than they were allowed to. This mistake happened right at the start of the trading day. A lot of shares changed hands in

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