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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Congress Pushes for Transparency in Venezuela Strikes

The Senate recently approved a massive defense spending bill, totaling $901 billion. This bill not only boosts military budgets but also puts pressure on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to share video footage of strikes on alleged drug boats near Venezuela. The bill, which includes a 3. 8% pay raise

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Jack Smith: Trump's Legal Woes Explained

Jack Smith, a former special counsel, recently spoke to Congress about his investigations into former President Trump. He made it clear that his decisions were not influenced by Trump's political status or his run for the 2024 election. Smith's team gathered strong evidence suggesting Trump was invo

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Dec 18 2025HEALTH

AI's Role in Predicting Patient Outcomes After Cancer Surgery

AI is changing the game in medical research. It's helping doctors predict how patients will do after surgery. This is especially true for complex surgeries like removing part of the esophagus. This surgery is tough on the body and can lead to serious complications. Doctors have always struggled wit

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Dec 18 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Rise: What's Happening in the US?

Measles is making a comeback in the US. It's spreading fast in places like Utah, Arizona, and South Carolina. Many of those affected are kids in school. This is happening because not enough people are getting vaccinated. In South Carolina, over 138 people have caught measles. Most of them are in Sp

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Dec 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Oscars to Stream on YouTube Starting 2029

The Oscars are making a big move. Starting in 2029, the Academy Awards will leave traditional TV and go live on YouTube. This change means YouTube will show the Oscars, red carpet events, and even the nominations. The deal lasts until 2033. ABC has been the home of the Oscars for a long time. But n

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Trouble in the Subprime Auto Loan World: Executives Face Fraud Charges

The subprime auto loan industry is under scrutiny after a major player, Tricolor Auto, went bust in September. The company's downfall raised eyebrows on Wall Street, sparking worries about the health of the industry as a whole. Fast forward to December, and federal prosecutors in New York have made

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Dec 18 2025HEALTH

Does Going to Church Help When You're Treated Badly?

A recent study looked at how going to church affects people's well-being, especially when they face discrimination. The idea was that religion might help protect people from the negative effects of being treated unfairly. The study used data from a big survey of Canadians in 2020. The findings were

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

JPMorgan Shakes Up Tech Leadership Team

JPMorgan is making big moves in its technology ECM (Equity Capital Markets) division. The company has appointed Edward Byun as the global head of technology ECM. Byun is no stranger to the finance world, having spent over 20 years in the industry. He recently joined JPMorgan from Goldman Sachs, brin

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Dec 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Old Tech, New Tricks: How Coax Cables Are Getting a Video Upgrade

Two big tech companies have teamed up to make old TV tech work with new video systems. VITEC, known for its IPTV and digital signage, and Actelis Networks, famous for its secure and quick networking solutions, have joined forces. Their goal? To let places with old TV cables (RF coaxial) use modern I

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Dec 18 2025WEATHER

Northern Illinois Braces for a Sudden Weather Shift

Northern Illinois and parts of northwest Indiana are in for a rough ride on Thursday. The weather is set to go from mild and rainy to downright dangerous in a matter of hours. The National Weather Service is warning everyone to be prepared for a mix of strong winds, sudden snow squalls, and icy cond

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