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Jan 11 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin's 2024 Boom: How Much Should You Have in Your Portfolio?

Bitcoin's price skyrocketed in 2024, but financial experts advise caution. They suggest keeping crypto investments, like Bitcoin, to just 5% of your portfolio due to its wild ups and downs. Some experts even think it's best to avoid crypto altogether. Why did Bitcoin's price jump? It was the top-per

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Jan 11 2025POLITICS

Exciting Week in Chicago: Wins, Politics, and Historical Moments

Chicago kicked off the new year with a bang! The Bears scored a big win against their rivals, the Green Bay Packers. With a final score of 27-24, Notre Dame crushed Penn State in the Orange Bowl, securing a spot in the College Football Playoff title game. Meanwhile, someone went all in on Michael Jo

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

The End of Venu: A Lesson in Streaming Changes

Ever wanted to stream sports with ease? Imagine if Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Fox joined forces to create ‘Venu, ’ a streaming service solely for sports fans. Well, say goodbye to Venu because it’s no longer happening. The companies slammed the brakes on Venu, deciding it was better to focu

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

The End of Venu Sports: What Happened?

Venu Sports, a highly anticipated streaming service, has come to a sudden halt. This morning, Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery announced they are ending their joint venture before the service even launches. The initial plan was to combine multiple sports channels under one platform for $43 a

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Jan 10 2025POLITICS

Trump's Legal Troubles: A Unique Sentence for an Unusual President-Elect

Donald Trump, the soon-to-be President of the United States, has been sentenced in a New York court. Trump was found guilty of 34 felonies related to business fraud. This case is special because Trump will become the first president-elect with a felony record. The judge chose an unusual punishment:

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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

How Self-Regulating Leaders Impact Primary Care in Chinese Cities

Are you curious about how leaders' approaches can affect their team's happiness and job performance? A fascinating study took a close look at primary care physicians (PCPs) in urban China. The researchers were interested in how leaders' focus on prevention and self-regulation influences PCPs' well-b

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Jan 10 2025POLITICS

Jimmy Carter: A Life Beyond Politics

Jimmy Carter, who lived to a ripe old age of 100, was a unique figure in U. S. history. He was known for his honesty, kindness, and strong work ethic. Leon Panetta first met Carter over 50 years ago. Carter's gentle manner and sincerity made a lasting impression. As president, Carter struggled with

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Jan 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Finding Your Phone Even When It's Off: A New Trick from OnePlus

Ever lost your phone and it was turned off? OnePlus has a clever solution called "Powered Off Finding. " This feature, found in the OnePlus 13, lets you track your device even when it's out of battery. How does it work? The phone's Bluetooth controller stays active and sends encrypted location signa

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Jan 09 2025LIFESTYLE

Birthdays and Budgeting: Tips for Each Zodiac Sign

Today's the day! Celebs like Nina Dobrev, Kate Middleton, Dave Matthews, and Jimmy Page are celebrating their birthdays. Want to make the most of your special day? Here's a little astrological guidance to help you with your money and life. Aries, it's time to get thrifty. Look for tax breaks and di

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Jan 09 2025SPORTS

Novak Djokovic's New Coach: Andy Murray

Novak Djokovic has made a surprising choice for his coach at the Australian Open. He's picked Andy Murray, a tennis legend who just retired. This news has excited fans, but not everyone is thrilled. A well-known tennis expert thinks this is a bad idea. Craig Shapiro, a tennis commentator, said he's

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