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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Rochester City Council Faces Mayor's Veto Challenge

Rochester's City Council is gearing up for a crucial meeting to tackle Mayor Kim Norton's recent vetoes. The mayor has blocked three council decisions, and now the council needs to muster a majority to override these vetoes. Two of these vetoes are tied to the planned Regional Sports Complex. The f

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

A New Road Plan for Central Florida: What You Need to Know

Central Florida is planning a new road called the Southport Connector. This road will link Poinciana Parkway to Florida’s Turnpike and Canoe Creek Road. It will run along Cypress Parkway, curve around Lake Russell, and pass by Lake Tohopekaliga. Some people who live nearby are not happy about this

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

Canada's Big Banks: Strong but Watchful

Canada's top financial watchdog has decided to keep the extra safety net for the country's six largest banks at the same level. This safety net, called the domestic stability buffer, is currently set at 3. 5%. The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) believes these banks are

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

Crypto ETFs: A Wave of Launches and Potential Liquidations

In 2026, the crypto world might see a surge in ETF launches, thanks to clearer rules from the SEC. This could lead to a lot of new crypto ETFs hitting the market. But not all of them will survive. Many might struggle and get shut down within a year and a half, according to experts. The SEC recently

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Dec 18 2025LIFESTYLE

Divorce: The Reality Behind the Labels

Divorce is often talked about in different ways, like "power divorce" or "gray divorce. " These labels make it seem like some breakups are more dramatic or complex than others. But in reality, divorce is always tough, no matter the circumstances. One expert, Jenny Hutt, has seen many marriages fall

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Dec 18 2025SCIENCE

Bees Built Nests in Bones: A Surprising Ancient Behavior

Bees are usually known for their big hives in trees, but most of them are actually loners. They build their nests in the ground or inside old logs. However, scientists recently found something strange. They discovered tiny ancient bee nests inside a limestone cave on the island of Hispaniola. These

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Dec 18 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mystery: Who Was the Beachy Head Woman?

The Beachy Head Woman, a Roman-era individual, has been a puzzle for years. Initially, experts thought she might have come from sub-Saharan Africa or the Mediterranean. But new DNA research tells a different story. Scientists at the Natural History Museum in London used advanced DNA techniques to st

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Trouble in the Subprime Auto Loan World: Executives Face Fraud Charges

The subprime auto loan industry is under scrutiny after a major player, Tricolor Auto, went bust in September. The company's downfall raised eyebrows on Wall Street, sparking worries about the health of the industry as a whole. Fast forward to December, and federal prosecutors in New York have made

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Bridge Rebuild: Maryland's Plan to Cover Costs

The Francis Scott Key Bridge, which fell apart in 2024, is a big deal. It was a major route for trade and travel. Now, Maryland is figuring out how to pay for fixing it. They plan to borrow money first, then pay it back later. This is called issuing bonds. Bruce Gartner, who runs the Maryland Trans

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

Crypto Giant Coinbase Expands into Stocks and Event Betting

Coinbase, a major player in the crypto world, is now stepping into new areas. They are adding stock trading and event contracts to their platform. This move is part of a bigger trend where investment platforms are trying to offer more services to keep customers trading with them. Event contracts le

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