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Dec 10 2025BUSINESS

How Two Sisters Turned Customization Into a Way of Life

Two sisters, Kendall and Libby Glazer, started making beaded bracelets in their room in 2009. They loved making things their own, adding personal touches to everything they owned. This love for customization became the foundation of their brand, Stoney Clover Lane. Fast forward to today, and Stoney

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

Trump's Economy: Is It Really A-Plus-Perfect?

Donald Trump is out there, telling everyone how amazing the economy is under his leadership. He's giving it an "A-plus-plus-plus-plus-plus. " But do people really believe him? Not really. A big chunk of voters, 63% to be exact, don't think the economy is as great as he says. So, he's been rallying i

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Dec 10 2025CELEBRITIES

Raul Malo's Musical Legacy and Battle with Cancer

Raul Malo, the beloved frontman of The Mavericks, passed away at the age of 60 on December 8th. His wife, Betty Malo, shared the heartbreaking news on social media, highlighting his vibrant spirit and the immense impact he had on those around him. Malo's journey with cancer began in 2024, and his fi

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Dec 10 2025SCIENCE

A Cosmic Burst That Lasted for Days: What Caused It?

Astronomers have made a big discovery. They found a cosmic explosion that lasted for seven hours. This is the longest gamma-ray burst ever seen. It was detected by NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope on July 2, 2025. The burst, named GRB 250702B, is different from others. It had repeating explosi

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Dec 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Frank Gehry Changed the Game for Architects

Frank Gehry didn't just design famous buildings. He also changed how architects work. His bold designs, like the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, are well-known. But his impact goes beyond these landmarks. Gehry spent years pushing for new technologies an

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Dec 10 2025SCIENCE

Neil deGrasse Tyson Takes On Bad Science

Neil deGrasse Tyson recently gave a talk at the Purdue Northwest Sinai Forum. He spoke to a large crowd of high school and college students. Tyson is known for his direct and bold way of communicating science. He warned about the rise of anti-intellectualism in society. He said that beliefs like the

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Dec 10 2025BUSINESS

Dolly Parton's Big Bet on Roadside Stops

Dolly Parton, the iconic country music star, is stepping into a new role: convenience store innovator. She's teaming up with Tennessean Travel Stop to create a unique travel center experience. The plan? To turn ordinary pit stops into something special, starting in summer 2026. This isn't just abou

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

County Jobs at Risk: What's Happening and Why?

Multnomah County is facing a tough situation with its behavioral health services. Up to 21 full-time jobs might be cut, and 17 more are in danger for the next fiscal year. This is because of a big drop in funding from CareOregon, the state's largest Medicaid provider. The county's board will decide

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Dec 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Jenna Bush Hager Welcomes Sheinelle Jones to Today Show

Jenna Bush Hager has some exciting news to share with her fans. She has picked Sheinelle Jones to be her permanent co-host on the "Today" show's fourth hour. This change comes after Hoda Kotb left the show earlier this year. The new show will be called "Jenna and Sheinelle" and will start on January

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Dec 09 2025CRIME

Jakarta Office Fire: A Tragic Lesson in Safety

A devastating fire tore through a seven-story office building in central Jakarta on a busy Tuesday afternoon. The blaze, which started around lunchtime, quickly spread, trapping workers and sending thick, black smoke into the sky. The building, home to a drone company, was engulfed in flames within

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