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Dec 30 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Do We Feel About Plastic Tax? The Role of Climate Change Beliefs

Plastic is everywhere, and it's causing big problems for our planet. It's not just littering our streets and oceans; it's also tied to climate change because it's made from fossil fuels. One way to tackle this issue is by introducing a plastic tax. But how do people feel about this idea? A recent st

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Dec 30 2025FINANCE

AMC's Stock Slump: What's Behind the Drop Despite Box Office Wins?

AMC's stock is taking a hit, even though "Avatar: Fire and Ash" brought in big crowds. The movie made $483 million worldwide and drew over 4 million people to AMC theaters. That's the biggest pre-Christmas weekend for AMC since 2021. But investors aren't celebrating. They're worried about AMC's mone

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Dec 30 2025BUSINESS

Thunderbird Entertainment Group: A Big Change on the Horizon

Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. is at a crossroads. They are asking shareholders to approve a deal with Blue Ant Media Corporation. Shareholders can choose between shares, cash, or a mix of both. This deal is a big moment for the company. It could mean big changes for everyone involved. A well

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Where Did the Money Go? Baltimore's Arts Office in the Dark

Baltimore's new arts office, the Mayor’s Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment (MOACE), has been running for six months, but no one can say exactly where its $2 million budget is going. This lack of clarity has raised eyebrows, especially among city officials. MOACE is in charge of big city event

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Dec 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI's Reality Check in 2025: Hype vs. Hard Truths

In 2025, the AI industry faced a wake-up call. Early in the year, money flowed freely, with massive investments pouring into AI companies. OpenAI secured a staggering $40 billion, valuing the company at $300 billion. Even startups with no products launched raised billions. Meta spent big to attract

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Dec 30 2025BUSINESS

Craft Beer Industry Faces Tough Times as Popular Brewery Shuts Down

The craft beer industry is going through a rough patch. Many breweries are closing their doors. This is happening after a few years of struggles. The situation might get worse before it gets better. Over 250 breweries in the U. S. have already closed this year. More are expected to follow. Some bre

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Dec 30 2025LIFESTYLE

A Beloved Eatery's Final Bite

A historic dining spot in Los Angeles County is bidding farewell after a remarkable run of nearly 140 years. The Original Saugus Cafe, a staple in the community, is set to close its doors for good on January 4th at 9 PM. This eatery has quite the legacy. It first opened its doors way back in 1888 a

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Dec 30 2025OPINION

Finding Magic in Everyday Life

In a world where logic and reason rule, it's easy to forget the magic that once filled our lives. A simple elf toy brought this idea home for one parent. Their child was convinced the elf moved on its own, believing it was truly enchanted. This got the parent thinking: what else does their child fin

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Dec 30 2025HEALTH

Pulse Biosciences: A New Approach to Healthcare Innovation

Pulse Biosciences is stepping into the spotlight at a big healthcare event. They're set to showcase their unique technology at the 44th Annual J. P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco. This isn't just any tech, though. It's called nPulse™, and it's all about using tiny bursts of electrica

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Dec 30 2025FINANCE

Tech Stocks: Experts Share Their Thoughts on SYNA and ADEA

In the tech world, two companies, Synaptics and Adeia, have caught the eye of experts. These analysts are quite positive about their future. Synaptics, a tech firm, has been given a thumbs up by Northland Securities. Their analyst, Gus Richard, thinks the stock is a good buy and sees it reaching $1

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