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Mar 07 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Tariff Turmoil: Stock Market in a Spin

Stocks in the US took a hit on Thursday, with all three major indexes finishing lower. The Nasdaq, in particular, found itself in correction territory, down 10% from its December high. This wasn't the only bad news for investors. The Dow and S&P 500 are having their worst week since September 2024 a

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Mar 07 2025BUSINESS

B. C. Plans to Tackle Tariffs and Economic Challenges

The recent announcement of tariffs on Canadian goods by the U. S. has left many wondering what the future holds for British Columbia's economy. On March 5, Finance Minister Brenda Bailey addressed a gathering of business leaders at the Hotel Grand Pacific. She acknowledged the tough times ahead, wit

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Mar 06 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Tariff Tangle: Businesses Left in the Dark

Businesses across the U. S. are feeling the heat from President Trump's unpredictable trade policies. Take Marc Rosenberg, for example. He's the brains behind The Edge Desk, a company in Illinois that's all set to launch a high-end ergonomic chair. The catch? He's not sure how much to sell it for, o

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Mar 06 2025HEALTH

Skin Cancer: The Unseen Role of Prostaglandins

Skin cancer is everywhere. It's the most common type of cancer out there. Most of these cases are nonmelanoma skin cancers, like basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Melanoma, though less frequent, is the deadliest form. It's responsible for most skin cancer deaths. One of the key play

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Mar 06 2025HEALTH

Food Habits, Lifestyle, and Heart Health: The Liver and Blood Fat Connection

The heart is a muscle that needs special care and attention. It is affected by what we eat and how we live. The liver, the body's detoxification powerhouse, and blood fat levels are key players in this story. This is because they are the body's first responders to the harmful effects of oxidative

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Mar 06 2025SCIENCE

Self-Esteem and Brain Connections: How We Handle Our Emotions

People with higher self-esteem have a unique way of managing their emotions. They tend to use a strategy called cognitive reappraisal. This means they change how they think about a situation to feel better. On the other hand, those with lower self-esteem often use expressive suppression. This involv

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Mar 05 2025SCIENCE

Dad's Weight Gain: How It Affects His Daughter's Health

Dads, listen up! What you eat and how you live can affect your daughter's health, even before she's born. Scientists found that when dads are overweight, tiny changes happen in their sperm. These changes can stick around and affect their daughter's health later in life. These changes involve someth

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Mar 05 2025SCIENCE

The Role of Oxidized Lipids in Cell Membrane Disruption

Oxidative stress is a common occurrence in both healthy and diseased cells. It leads to the formation of oxidized truncated phospholipids, which can mess up the cell membrane and potentially cause cell death. But how exactly do these oxidized lipids do this? And does the environment around the cell,

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Mar 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

Apple's New iPad Air: A Big Step Forward

Apple recently introduced a new iPad Air, and it's clear they've upped their game. This isn't just a minor tweak; the new iPad Air packs a serious punch with Apple's latest M3 chip. This chip is a significant upgrade from the M2 chip in the previous model, making the new iPad Air nearly twice as fas

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Mar 04 2025BUSINESS

Your Grocery Bill is About to Go Up

The price of your favorite fruits might go up. Why? Because the government has decided to put extra charges on goods coming from Mexico. This means that soon, you might be paying more for things like avocados and bananas. This is all because of new taxes called tariffs. These tariffs could hit Targe

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