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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Why Lower Interest Rates Might Not Be the Best Idea

Howard Marks, a big name in finance, thinks the Federal Reserve might be messing with interest rates too much. He reckons that when the Fed plays around with rates, people start taking bigger risks with their money. Right now, he doesn't see why rates need to go much lower. In a chat with Bloomberg

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Massachusetts Braces for a Chilly Windy Night

The National Weather Service has warned everyone in Massachusetts to be ready for a rough night on Thursday. Strong winds are expected to blow across the state from morning till the next day. These winds might reach speeds of 35 to 50 mph. It's going to get really cold too. Boston might see tempera

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Mississippi's Weather Rollercoaster: Warm Weekend, Chilly Monday

Mississippi is in for a weather whiplash. After enjoying a warm weekend, the state is bracing for a sudden drop in temperatures. The mercury is set to soar into the 60s on Friday and Saturday, but don't get too comfortable. A cold front is on its way, bringing Arctic air that will make Monday mornin

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

The Bold Rescue of a Venezuelan Hero

In a daring move, a private team pulled off a risky rescue mission. They smuggled Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado out of her country. The journey took about 15 to 16 hours. Most of that time was spent battling rough seas. Bryan Stern, a U. S. special forces veteran, led the operati

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Minds Behind AI: A Year of Change

The year 2025 marked a significant shift in how the world views artificial intelligence. Time magazine recognized this change by naming the architects of AI as their Person of the Year. This decision highlights the growing influence of AI on society and the individuals who have shaped its developmen

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

How Belly Fat Might Be Linked to Breathing Trouble

The link between belly fat and lung health has been a hot topic. A recent study dug into this by looking at data from a big health survey. The focus was on the Visceral Adiposity Index (VAI), a measure that reflects how much fat is stored around internal organs. The idea was to see if higher VAI lev

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Helping Black Women Stick to Breast Cancer Treatment

Black women facing money troubles often struggle to keep up with breast cancer meds. A recent study tried to find better ways to help them. The goal was to make sure these women take their pills as prescribed. The study focused on Black women with lower incomes. These women often have a hard time s

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Dec 11 2025WEATHER

Unusual Warmth in the Northwest: Records Broken in Lewiston and Pullman

The Northwest is seeing some strange weather. On Wednesday, Lewiston reached a surprisingly warm 65 degrees. This broke the old record for that date, which was 62 degrees set way back in 1968. Pullman also saw a record high of 59 degrees, beating the previous record of 57 degrees from 1939. Even Gra

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Disney and OpenAI Join Forces to Boost Engagement and Innovation

Disney has taken a significant step into the world of artificial intelligence by partnering with OpenAI. This collaboration aims to bring Disney characters to life in new ways, allowing users to create and share content featuring beloved icons like Mickey Mouse and Darth Vader. The deal involves Di

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Global Health Talks: WHO Chief Downplays US Deals

The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) recently shared his thoughts on global health agreements. He believes that a new addition to a pandemic treaty could be finalized by next year. This addition would focus on sharing information about disease-causing agents. During a press conference in

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