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Dec 16 2025BUSINESS

Why Women Are the New Focus for Big Retailers

True Religion, a denim brand that was huge in the 2000s, is now putting a lot of effort into winning over women shoppers. The brand's marketing chief, Kristen D’Arcy, points out that women have a lot of buying power and are often very loyal to brands they love. Right now, women make up about 29% of

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Dec 15 2025EDUCATION

How Kids' Screen Time Shapes Their Language Skills

In a recent study, researchers looked at how much time children who speak two languages spend on digital devices. They focused on 120 Chinese-English kids from low-income families. These kids were between 4 and 7 years old at the start and between 6 and 9 years old two years later. The study found

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Dec 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Toys with AI: China's Playful Leap into the Future

China is making waves in the toy world with smart gadgets that use artificial intelligence. These aren't just any toys; they're learning, adapting, and even giving advice. One standout is the CocoMate plush toy by Haivivi, which looks like Ultraman. This AI-powered toy has a warning for investors: b

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Dec 15 2025HEALTH

Coping with Chaos: How Mental Health Teams Step Up After Big Crises

Big crises, like natural disasters or mass shootings, are happening more often. This means hospitals and mental health teams need to be ready. They must have solid plans in place. These plans should include mental health support. It's not just about treating physical injuries. The mind needs care to

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Dec 15 2025RELIGION

Faith, Art, and Immigration: Churches Make Bold Statements

Churches are using Nativity scenes to make strong statements about immigration. In Charlotte, a church's Nativity scene includes ICE agents approaching the Holy Family. This was done to highlight the recent immigration enforcement actions in the city. The scene was vandalized by an unidentified man

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Dec 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Chapter for Wag Entertainment

Wag Entertainment, a well-known British documentary producer, is undergoing a significant change. Fremantle, the parent company, has decided to shut down Wag's production division. This move comes as part of a broader strategic plan following Fremantle's acquisition of Asacha Media Group, Wag's form

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Dec 15 2025HEALTH

A Fun Way to Learn About Fitness: A New Show Takes Us Back in Time

A new mini-drama series is set to hit screens, blending humor and fitness science in an unexpected way. The show follows a fitness coach who wakes up in ancient China, stuck in the body of an overweight young man. His mission? To get fit using only what he can find around him. This isn't your typic

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Dec 15 2025EDUCATION

School Costs Skyrocket, But Life Skills Lag Behind

Money is pouring into education, but are students really learning what they need? In New York City, private high school tuition can hit a staggering $70, 000 a year. On top of that, families are spending big on tutors, test prep, and extracurriculars. Yet, despite all this investment, many teens are

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Dec 15 2025BUSINESS

Oregon's Land Development: A Long and Winding Road

Oregon's leaders have been talking about making the state more appealing to businesses. But when it comes to land development, the reality is quite different. Take, for example, a recent project that took 25 years to complete. The plan was to build a golf course with hundreds of homes around it. The

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Dec 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix's Bold Move: A Risky Bet on Hollywood's Future

Netflix is making waves with its massive $82. 6 billion offer to buy Warner Bros. This deal is a big deal, not just for Netflix but for the whole entertainment world. It shows how tech companies are taking over Hollywood, changing the game for everyone involved. The idea of Netflix, once a small DV

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