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Dec 21 2024CELEBRITIES

The Rise and Fall of a Viral Sensation

Haliey Welch's journey from a viral interview to a controversial cryptocurrency launch is a tale of fame and its pitfalls. In 2021, Welch became an overnight sensation with her catchy phrase "Hawk Tuah, " which she shared during a street interview. Her funny and bold attitude gained her much attenti

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Congress Makes Last-Minute Move to Keep Government Running

In a last-minute effort to prevent a government shutdown, the Republican-led House passed a temporary funding bill on Friday evening. This bill would keep the government running through March 14, avoiding unpaid work for federal employees during the holidays. The vote was overwhelmingly in favor, wi

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Dec 21 2024SCIENCE

A Retired Weather Satellite's Surprising End

Imagine a weather satellite that's been retired for a while, just floating in space. Well, an old one from a military program called DMSP-5D2 F14 has broken up into over 50 pieces. Why's this a big deal? This satellite was launched in 1997 and has been orbiting ever since its retirement in 2020. Now

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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

Treating Inflammatory Breast Cancer: Challenges in Low-Income Countries

Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is a serious form of cancer that demands a special treatment approach called trimodal therapy (TMT). This approach includes pre-surgery medication, a modified radical mastectomy, and radiation therapy after the surgery. While this is considered the best way to treat

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Dec 21 2024BUSINESS

Texas Instruments Gets Massive Boost with Biden's CHIPS Act Funding

Texas Instruments has just received a whooping sum of around $2 billion from the federal CHIPS Act. The funding will go towards building three new factories in Sherman, Texas, and Lehi, Utah. This project is expected to create about 2, 000 new jobs. Apart from this, the company anticipates getting a

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Dec 21 2024TECHNOLOGY

My Year with the Oura Ring: Pros, Cons, and a Little Worry

For the entire year of 2024, I've been wearing the Oura Ring. Let's start with why I love it so much. It's incredibly convenient, slipping onto my finger and staying there unnoticed all day and night. The data it collects is impressive, giving me insights into my sleep, activity, and even health sig

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Why Trump Wants to Ax the Debt Ceiling

You might have heard about a thing called the debt ceiling. It's like a limit the U. S. government sets for itself on how much money it can borrow. Recently, former President Donald Trump suggested scrapping this limit entirely. This is a big deal, especially because Republicans used to use this lim

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Dec 21 2024TECHNOLOGY

AirPods Pro 2: A New Way to Boost Your Hearing

Apple's latest AirPods Pro 2 are making waves as budget-friendly hearing aids, priced at just $249. But do they really deliver? Let’s dive in. First, let’s compare Apple’s at-home hearing test to a professional one. Normally, audiologists use precise tools in soundproof rooms, but Apple’s software-

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Social Media Mix-Up: The Truth About Government Funding

This week, billionaire Elon Musk caused a stir on social media. He posted over 100 times, sharing information about a government funding bill that wasn't accurate. Musk claimed lawmakers were getting a big raise, but the truth was different. The most they could get was a small increase of 3. 8%. He

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Dec 21 2024SCIENCE

Catch the Winter Solstice Meteor Shower: A Glimpse of the Ursids

Get ready for a celestial event! As the Northern Hemisphere experiences the longest night of the year, marking the winter solstice, there's a special treat in store: the Ursids meteor shower. This shower, active from December 17 to 26, reaches its peak the night of December 21 into the morning of De

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