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Jan 02 2026FINANCE

Retirement Worries: Are You Saving Enough?

Retirement planning is a big deal. It's not just about having money saved up. It's about making sure you can live the way you want to after you stop working. Many people struggle with this. In fact, less than half of Americans are on track to keep their current lifestyle in retirement. Different ge

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Jan 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Rainy Day Parade: Magic Johnson Leads 137th Rose Parade

The 137th Rose Parade in Pasadena made history, not just for its theme, “The Magic in Teamwork, ” but also for the relentless rain that turned the event into a soggy spectacle. Despite the weather, the parade went on, featuring over 80 entrants, including marching bands and elaborate floats. The rai

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Jan 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Float Magic: How One Team Dominated the Rose Parade

In a dazzling display of creativity and hard work, Artistic Entertainment Services (AES) took home six trophies from the 137th Rose Parade. This is a big deal because they built 16 out of the 42 floats in the parade. That's a lot of floats! AES didn't just build floats; they built award-winning one

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Jan 01 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Rainy Rose Parade Brings Joy and Challenges

Rain poured down on Pasadena as the Rose Parade made its way through the streets, marking the first rainy parade in over two decades. Michael Brooks, a 41-year-old from Monterey Park, stood on Colorado Boulevard with a hot chocolate in hand, grinning despite the downpour. This was his first time att

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Jan 01 2026SCIENCE

Smart Polymers Boost Isotope Analysis in Chemistry

Science has a new trick up its sleeve. It's called temperature-responsive liquid chromatography (TRLC). This isn't just any regular chromatography. It's special because it can change how it works just by changing the temperature. This is all thanks to smart polymers like PNIPAAm. These polymers are

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

Pennsylvania's Political Rollercoaster: What's Coming in 2026?

Pennsylvania is no stranger to political drama. With the 2026 midterms on the horizon, the state is gearing up for another round of intense political battles. This time, the spotlight is on Congress, the state legislature, and the governor's office. The outcomes could sway national politics and set

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Sudan's Al-Fashir: A Ghost Town After Paramilitary Takeover

Al-Fashir, a city in Sudan, is now a shadow of its former self. After a paramilitary group took control, most people have fled. Those who stayed are struggling to survive. The United Nations recently visited the area. They found very few people left. Many buildings are empty. Some people are living

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Dec 29 2025HEALTH

Orange Power: How Quercetin Fights Worms

Worms are a big problem. They cause sickness and cost a lot of money. The usual medicines, like albendazole and ivermectin, are not working as well as they used to. This is because worms are getting resistant. So, scientists are looking for new ways to fight them. One group of scientists decided to

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Dec 28 2025SCIENCE

Parasitology: A Look at the Past and a Glimpse into the Future

Parasites are tiny but mighty. They have a big impact on health and the environment. The 2025 National Congress of Parasitology is a big deal. It's a chance for experts to celebrate what they've done. It's also a time to plan what's next. The event is more than just a meeting. It's a gathering of m

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise in Yemen as Saudi Arabia Warns Separatists

In a recent turn of events, a coalition led by Saudi Arabia has issued a stern warning to separatist forces in Yemen. The coalition, which backs the internationally recognized Yemeni government, has demanded that the separatists withdraw from areas they have recently seized. If the separatists do no

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