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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

Daddy's Little Money Machine: Unpacking the Truth Behind Trump's Inheritance

Donald Trump has often painted a picture of himself as a self-made billionaire, bootstrapping his way to the top. But what if the story's a little more complicated than that? Trump frequently claims his father, Fred Trump, gave him a small loan of $1 million to kickstart his business career. This na

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Sep 10 2024TECHNOLOGY

Is Apple's iPhone 16 About to Become Your New AI Sidekick?

Apple is betting big on artificial intelligence (AI) with its upcoming iPhone 16, promising a suite of features powered by its new 'Apple Intelligence'. The iPhone 16 boasts a slew of AI-powered features, including a new Camera Control button that can analyze images and trigger actions like adding

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Sep 10 2024HEALTH

The Surgeon General's Wake-Up Call: It's Time to Prioritize Parental Mental Health

In an alarming declaration, the U.S. Surgeon General has sounded the warning bell on a critical issue that often flies under the radar - parental mental health. With startling statistics revealing that nearly half of parents find their daily stress completely overwhelming, it's clear we can't afford

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Sep 10 2024HEALTH

EEE Epidemic: Is Mass. Ready?

As another human case of Eastern equine encephalitis is confirmed in Massachusetts, residents are left wondering if the state is truly prepared to handle this growing epidemic. With 91 positive mosquito samples and four human cases already reported this season, it's clear that EEE activity is far mo

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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

China's Property Market: A Steep Climb Back Up

China's property market has been a rollercoaster ride over the past year, leaving investors and consumers alike feeling queasy. Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters recently warned that the market 'has not yet completely bottomed out,' despite all the turmoil. Consumer confidence remains shaky, larg

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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

Could AI Be The Answer To Your Distribution Center Woes?

In a world where online shopping reigns supreme and customers expect their orders yesterday, distribution centers face immense pressure to keep up. Juggling skyrocketing demand with tight deadlines is no easy feat - just ask the overworked employees tasked with getting products out the door ASAP. Bu

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Sep 09 2024OPINION

Divided We Stand. . . Or Do We?

Americans today seem more divided than ever, with conservatives and liberals locked in endless battles over hot-button issues like gun control, gay marriage, taxes and regulation. The media loves to highlight the discord - after all, conflict sells! But what if we're not actually as far apart ideo

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Sep 08 2024TECHNOLOGY

Reality Bites: How Tech's Virtual Bite Is Unraveling Our Sense of What's Real

We've been devouring technology like it's the main course at a buffet - and now it's starting to make us sick. The very gadgets that promised to connect us have left us more disconnected than ever, unable to tell what's real from what's not. It's gotten so bad that we can't even agree on basic fact

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Sep 08 2024POLITICS

Supreme Suspicion: Justice Alito's Royal Connections Raise Eyebrows

When it comes to the Supreme Court, every gift and association is under scrutiny these days. The latest eyebrow-raiser? Justice Samuel Alito received $900 in concert tickets from German Princess Gloria von Thurn und Taxis—a fellow Catholic who's been known to rub elbows with the rich and famous (an

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Sep 08 2024SPORTS

Behind the Lens: Capturing the Grit and Grace of Gymnastics

Ever wonder what it takes to be the official photographer for Team USA Gymnastics? John Cheng, who has held this unique position since 2007, offers a fascinating glimpse into his world. Cheng's journey began as a typical 'gym dad,' snapping photos of his daughter at competitions. His talent quickl

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