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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Young Activist Fights Back Against Tobacco in Her Community

Breanna Cutright, an 18-year-old from Clarksburg, West Virginia, found her purpose through Raze, an anti-tobacco program for youth. When federal funding cuts forced Raze to shut down, she felt lost. The program had given her opportunities, like meeting senators and advocating for tobacco-free school

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

South Africa Takes a Step Back from G20 Under Trump

South Africa is taking a pause from the G20 while the U. S. holds the presidency. This comes after the U. S. decided not to invite South Africa to join in. The U. S. took over the G20 leadership recently, even though they skipped the summit hosted by South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa in Johan

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Vaccines and Autism: What the Science Really Says

The CDC recently updated its webpage on autism and vaccines, suggesting a possible link between the two. This change has raised concerns, especially in places like San Diego, where vaccination rates are already dropping and preventable diseases are on the rise. The CDC's new wording is problematic b

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Cincinnati's Riverfront: A Tale of Imbalance

Cincinnati's riverfront, known as The Banks, has been a point of contention between the city and Hamilton County for years. The issue isn't a mystery, but a simple case of mismatched incentives and unequal benefits. The city and county agreed to split costs 50/50, but the rewards aren't shared equal

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Dec 04 2025EDUCATION

Boston's School Closure Plan Sparks Community Fury

Boston is facing a heated debate as the school district considers shutting down three schools. The plan has ignited strong emotions among parents, teachers, and students, who are fighting to keep these schools open. The schools at risk are The Community Academy of Science and Health, Another Course

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Dec 04 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Big Leap: Why Experts See a $180, 000 Surge by 2026

Big changes are happening in the world of crypto. Brad Garlinghouse, the boss of Ripple, thinks Bitcoin could reach $180, 000 by the end of 2026. He shared this idea at a big event called Binance Blockchain Week 2025. Right now, the mood around Bitcoin is a bit down. But Garlinghouse believes this

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Dec 04 2025CRYPTO

Wall Street Giant Challenges Crypto's Wild West

Citadel Securities, a major player in traditional finance, has asked the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to take a closer look at decentralized finance (DeFi) systems. They believe some DeFi platforms, especially those dealing with tokenized U. S. stocks, might be doing things similar

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Dec 04 2025BUSINESS

U. S. Job Cuts Drop in November, but Hiring Still Sluggish

In November, U. S. companies announced fewer job cuts, but hiring remained slow. This happened as businesses struggled with economic uncertainty, tariffs, and lower demand. The number of planned layoffs dropped by 53% from October, but it was still higher than last year. So far this year, employers

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

How Depression Can Hinder Recovery After Neck Surgery

Depression is common in people with neck problems caused by wear and tear. It can make recovery harder after surgery. This is especially true for a common neck operation called anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). Before COVID-19, studies looked at how depression affects pain and hospital

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Gas Guzzlers Make a Comeback: What It Means for Your Car and the Planet

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the auto industry, President Trump has decided to roll back fuel efficiency standards. This decision puts gasoline-powered vehicles back in the spotlight, sidelining electric cars for now. The change is a big deal because it affects how much you'll pay for

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