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Aug 03 2025BUSINESS

The Hidden Lives of Overemployed Workers

In today's work landscape, some employees are quietly juggling multiple full-time jobs within the standard 40-hour week. This trend, which gained attention after a software engineer was caught working for several Silicon Valley startups simultaneously, is more common than many realize. The shift to

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Aug 03 2025BUSINESS

Figma's Big Win: A Lesson in Letting Startups Shine

Figma's initial public offering (IPO) has been a huge success. But here's an interesting twist: Lina Khan, who used to lead the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), sees this as a big win for her approach to regulating big tech companies. Back in 2023, Adobe tried to buy Figma for a whopping $20 billion

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Aug 03 2025EDUCATION

Maryland's Bold Step: Modernizing Education with a New Office

Maryland is shaking things up! The state is looking for a fresh, modern office space for the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). This isn't just about a new address. It's about giving educators a better workspace and saving money. The current building, the Nancy S. Gransmick Building, is

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Aug 03 2025EDUCATION

Boys in School: Is the Struggle Real or Overstated?

People often talk about boys struggling in school. They say boys are falling behind girls. Some even blame female teachers for this. But is this really true? Let's look at the facts. First, it's not new that girls get better grades. This has been happening for a long time. Even before women could v

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Aug 03 2025EDUCATION

UCLA in a Tough Spot: Money, Rights, and Politics

UCLA is in big trouble. The U. S. government says the school didn't protect Jewish students during pro-Palestinian protests. Now, the school might have to pay a lot of money or face even bigger problems. The government has stopped over $300 million in research money. That's a lot of cash. UCLA has

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Aug 02 2025BUSINESS

A New Path to Better Health and Travel in Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge just got a new road that makes life easier for everyone. It's called BRG Way, and it's right by the Baton Rouge General Hospital. This isn't just any road. It's a smart way to connect the hospital and nearby shops. Plus, it's safer for people walking around. The city officials cut the r

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Aug 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Chicago's Week in a Nutshell: From Music to Politics and Everything In Between

Chicago was buzzing this week, with Lollapalooza bringing in crowds and big-name artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Tyler, the Creator. But the city wasn't just about music; politics was heating up too. Governor Pritzker signed some important bills, including one to boost pensions for certain Chicago p

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Aug 02 2025SPORTS

A High School Football Player Speaks Out Against His Coach

Dustin Sharp, a senior at Denton Braswell High School, has decided to step away from the football team. His reason? The environment created by head coach Kent Laster. Dustin, who once loved the game, now describes the team's atmosphere as manipulative and demoralizing. It all started in late Septem

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Aug 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Homixide Gang's New Album: A Wild Ride Through Rap's Chaos

Homixide Gang, the Atlanta-based duo, has just dropped their highly anticipated album, "Homixide Lifestyle 2. " This isn't just another rap album; it's a 25-track journey that pushes the boundaries of their signature chaotic style. Meechie and Beno! have teamed up with some big names in the industry

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Aug 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Windows 11 SE: A Short-Lived Battle Against Chromebooks

Microsoft's Windows 11 SE is on its way out. This move comes five years after it first hit the market. The idea was to give schools a cheap alternative to Google's Chromebooks. But it looks like Microsoft is throwing in the towel. Windows 11 SE was only for schools. It was meant to keep them from s

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