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Dec 24 2025SCIENCE

Hubble's Giant Space Sandwich: A Peek into Planet Formation

Hubble has done it again, capturing a colossal cosmic disk that looks like a sandwich. This isn't just any space snack; it's the biggest protoplanetary disk ever seen. Nicknamed Dracula's Chivito, it's about 1, 000 light-years away and stretches roughly 400 billion miles. That's about 40 times wider

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Dec 24 2025WEATHER

Winter Weather Watch: Staten Island Braces for Ice and Snow

Staten Island is in for a chilly ride this week. The weather folks are warning about black ice on the roads early Wednesday. This is because the roads are still wet from Tuesday's rain, and the temperature is just above freezing. It's a slippery situation, so drivers need to be extra careful. The w

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Dec 24 2025FINANCE

Abu Dhabi Finance Week: Bridging Digital and Traditional Finance

Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025 saw Vanar, an AI-driven blockchain company, team up with Worldpay to explore the future of digital finance. Their joint keynote at the Tokenized Capital Summit focused on how stablecoins and tokenized assets can integrate with real-world payment systems. The session, tit

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

New Face on the Board: Pelthos Therapeutics Welcomes Finance Expert

Pelthos Therapeutics has just added a seasoned finance pro to its board. Andrew J. Einhorn, a veteran with over 40 years in the field, is now on the team. He's stepping into big roles too - Audit Committee and Compensation Committee. With his background in investment banking and leading finance team

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Dec 24 2025HEALTH

Unraveling Alzheimer's: A Focus on Asian Communities

Alzheimer's disease is a big problem. It affects many people. But, there's a lack of research on Asian communities. To fix this, the Asian Cohort for Alzheimer's Disease (ACAD) Study is stepping in. They aim to recruit over 5000 participants. These participants must be of Asian descent and aged 60 o

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Dec 24 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Share Their Favorite Things for 2026

Celebrities have always been trendsetters, and their choices in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle products often set the tone for what's hot and what's not. As we look ahead to 2026, many stars have shared their must-have items, giving us a glimpse into their daily routines and preferences. Matthew Mc

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Dec 24 2025OPINION

Navigating Tricky Family Talks During Holidays

Family gatherings during the holidays can be a mix of joy and stress. Many young adults, especially those with different political views than their relatives, dread these meetings. It's not uncommon for a liberal college student to feel uneasy about facing an uncle who strongly supports a certain po

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Boston's Business Leaders Unite Against Antisemitism

In a show of solidarity, numerous business leaders in Boston have come together to tackle antisemitism. This initiative follows the release of a comprehensive report by a state commission dedicated to combating antisemitism. The report, which was unveiled in early December, has sparked a wave of sup

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

How One Leader Turned Challenges into Success for a Watch Giant

Ilaria Resta, the CEO of Audemars Piguet, faced a tough year in 2025. The Swiss watchmaker celebrated its 150th anniversary, but the celebration was overshadowed by big problems. The U. S. put tariffs on Swiss watches. Gold prices shot up. The Swiss franc got stronger. And people were buying fewer l

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

How Intel's CEO Navigated a Storm and Secured a Future

In the early hours of a Thursday, Intel's CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, faced an unexpected challenge: a public attack from the U. S. President. The president accused Tan of having conflicts of interest due to his past investments in China. This was a surprise to many, as Tan had not been a regular in political

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