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May 19 2025BUSINESS

Local Initiatives: Workshops, Conferences, and Community Support

There are several upcoming events and initiatives in the community that focus on education, health, and support for families and students. One of the upcoming events is a doula certification workshop. Doulas are trained professionals who support families during childbirth, providing physical, emot

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May 17 2025BUSINESS

The Uncertain Future of Small Businesses Amidst Trade Wars

Small businesses are feeling the pressure as they navigate the ever-changing landscape of trade tariffs. The recent agreement between the US and China has lowered tariffs on Chinese goods to 30% for a 90-day period. This temporary reprieve has brought a mix of relief and frustration to small busine

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May 17 2025BUSINESS

Walmart and Trump Clash Over Tariff Costs

Walmart, the biggest retailer in the US, is in a tough spot. The company has warned that prices might go up because of tariffs. This didn't sit well with former President Donald Trump. He took to his social media platform and told Walmart to "eat the tariffs" instead of passing the costs onto custom

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May 17 2025HEALTH

Bone Building: The Hidden Power of CREG1

Osteoporosis is a condition where bones become weak and fragile. This happens because the body resorbs bone faster than it can form new bone. One key factor in this process is the behavior of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs). These cells can turn into either fat cells or bone cells. In ost

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Trade Talks: New Rules for Global Trade

The United States is set to shake up global trade with new tariff rules. This is a big move that will affect many countries. The plan is to send out letters to around 150 countries. These letters will outline what they need to pay to trade with the US. This is a shift from the usual one-on-one trade

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May 16 2025FINANCE

Worries Rise as Prices May Soar: How Tariffs are Affecting Us

The mood among U. S. shoppers has taken a hit. A recent survey showed that people are getting more anxious about prices going up. This is mainly because of new taxes on imported goods, known as tariffs. The survey, done by a well-known university, found that the feeling of confidence among consum

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May 16 2025HEALTH

Racial and ethnic differences in end-of-life care for severe brain injuries

When someone suffers a severe brain injury, decisions about their care often fall to family or friends. This is because predicting the outcome of such injuries is incredibly difficult. A recent study looked into how these decisions vary among different racial and ethnic groups. The study focused on

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

How Age Affects the Way We Step Over Things

When people get older, they often trip over things. This is a big deal because it can lead to serious injuries. Scientists have been looking into how older adults move their feet when they step over obstacles. They want to understand if there are clear differences compared to younger people. However

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

How Culture Shapes What We See and Say

People often share their memories in situations where cultures mix. This happens a lot in places like eyewitness interviews. A study looked into how people from Sub-Saharan Africa and Western Europe remember and talk about events they witnessed. The experiment involved 64 participants who watched a

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May 16 2025POLITICS

When Unlikely Allies Shift Views

In a world where political views are often set in stone, it's interesting to see how unexpected supporters can shake things up. This is not about dramatic changes, but about how people's opinions on policies can shift when someone from their own group supports something unusual. For instance, if a l

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