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May 12 2025BUSINESS

Georgia's New Law: A Shield for Pesticide Giants?

Georgia has joined North Dakota in passing a law that limits lawsuits against pesticide makers. This law, signed by Governor Brian Kemp, aims to protect companies like Bayer from claims that they did not warn customers about potential health risks. Specifically, it shields them from lawsuits related

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May 12 2025CELEBRITIES

A Star's Controversial Photo Sparks Outrage

In the world of social media, a simple photo can ignite a storm of controversy. Ramona Singer, a well-known figure from a popular reality TV show, found herself in the eye of a storm after posting a picture with Daniel Penny. Penny, a former Marine, had been in the news for putting a homeless man, J

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May 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Game Site That Belongs to Its Creators

Giant Bomb, a popular gaming site and podcast, has just changed hands. It is now owned by the very people who create its content. This news came just over a week after the site was unexpectedly dropped by its previous owners, Fandom. The new owners, Jeff Bakalar and Jeff Grubb, are long-time staf

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May 09 2025FINANCE

Coinbase's Mixed Quarter: Revenue Up, Profits Down

The first three months of 2025 brought a mixed bag for Coinbase. While the company saw a boost in revenue, profits took a hit. The company's earnings for the first quarter of 2025 were significantly lower than the previous year. The earnings were $65. 6 million, or 24 cents per share, which is a s

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May 06 2025BUSINESS

Food Delivery Giant Expands Its Reach

On a Tuesday, DoorDash made headlines by announcing two big purchases. The first was Deliveroo, a food delivery service based in Britain. This deal is worth a whopping 3. 8 billion dollars. With this purchase, DoorDash is now operating in countries that were previously served by Deliveroo. Deliv

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Apr 25 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some People Seek Health Info Online More Than Others?

The internet has made it easy for anyone to find health information. But not everyone looks for this info in the same way. Some people dive in and become experts, while others barely scratch the surface. Why is that? It turns out, how people use health info online is not just about what they want to

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Apr 23 2025BUSINESS

A CEO's Fear: Instagram's Struggle After the Takeover

There was a significant court case recently. A big name was involved. It was Kevin Systrom. He was a co-founder of Instagram. He spoke about his experience. He was at a federal trial. It was about antitrust laws. He had some strong things to say. He talked about how his company was treated.

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Apr 22 2025HEALTH

Hospital Hacks: Tracing Infections Inside and Out

Hospital-acquired infections, often called nosocomial infections, are a big deal in healthcare settings. These infections can lead to longer hospital stays and even higher death rates. They also put extra pressure on the healthcare system, affecting both staff and other patients. Knowing whether an

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Apr 19 2025BUSINESS

The Hidden Worries of a Tech Giant

In a recent courtroom showdown, the spotlight was on Mark Zuckerberg, as old emails surfaced. These messages, some over a decade old, showed his concerns about rivals and key deals. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) used these emails to question Zuckerberg during a lengthy trial. The FTC's lead law

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Apr 15 2025BUSINESS

Why Did Facebook Buy Instagram?

Facebook's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, recently faced tough questions in a courtroom. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is trying to prove that Facebook is a monopoly. They claim that Facebook bought Instagram to get rid of a competitor. The FTC showed emails from 2012. In these emails, Zuckerberg talke

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