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Nov 16 2024HEALTH

Big Words, Big Help: How AI is Changing Orthopedics

Have you ever imagined having a smart assistant that can understand and generate medical texts, images, and even videos? This is exactly what large language models (LLMs) are capable of. But how does this technology fit into the world of orthopedics? Orthopedics deals with bone and joint issues, wh

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Nov 14 2024BUSINESS

The Housing Market Hits Pause: What's Up with Mortgage Rates?

You might be wondering what's happening in the housing market lately. Well, mortgage rates have been on the rise, and it seems like everyone is taking a moment to think about what this means. Last week, mortgage rates jumped to their highest point since July. This increase happened as investors star

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Trade Troubles: Who's Really to Blame?

Everyone's talking about a trade war, and with good reason. President-elect Donald Trump has threatened high tariffs on all goods coming into the U. S. , sparking fears of a global economic downturn. But who's really at fault? Some are pointing the finger at Trump, but others say it's China that sho

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Nov 11 2024BUSINESS

Investment in Tech: OhmIQ Grows in Charleston

Are you curious about where the future of heating technology is headed? Look no further than Charleston County, South Carolina. OhmIQ, a company known for its innovative ohmic heating technology, is expanding its operations in a big way. The firm has just invested $1. 1 million to set up a new 10, 0

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Nov 08 2024BUSINESS

Business Jets: A Booming Future in the US

In late October, Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ) shared some exciting news. They expect business aviation to pump $183 billion into the US economy in the next five years. That's a big jump from the current $150 billion! Chadi Saade, ACJ's president, said this industry does more than just fly execs aroun

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Nov 07 2024FINANCE

What Trump's Tariff Plan Really Means for Pocketbooks

President-elect Donald Trump's economic plan includes new tariffs on imported goods. This could make things pricier for Americans, especially those earning less. Economists warn that these tariffs might increase household costs by thousands of dollars per year on items like clothes, furniture, and a

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Markets Celebrate Trump's Reelection with Historic Gains

US stocks skyrocketed on Wednesday, following former President Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped by a massive 1, 507 points, or 3. 57%, to hit a new all-time high. This surge was the first time the Dow has gained more than 1, 000 points i

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Nov 06 2024LIFESTYLE

Salem's Halloween Boom: A New Record!

Salem, Massachusetts just set a new record for Halloween visitors! The city welcomed 87, 351 visitors on October 31, shattering last year's record of 63, 856. This spooky influx is part of the annual Haunted Happenings festival, which brought in 1, 040, 600 visitors this October—an 8. 6% increase fr

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

The South China Sea: Trade Routes and Tensions

The South China Sea is a busy waterway where several countries, including China, have been arguing about who owns it. China claims almost all of it, but other countries like the Philippines and Vietnam disagree. This dispute has become more serious in recent years, and some experts worry it could ev

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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

Boeing Workers Vote Again: What's Really at Stake?

More than 30, 000 Boeing workers are voting again on whether to end their seven-week strike. This vote isn't just about their paychecks; it's about the future of the company and the economy. The new deal on the table isn't much different from the one they rejected a week ago. It offers a 13% pay rai

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