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Jul 07 2025FINANCE

Family Offices Bet Big on Biotech in June

In June, family offices, which manage wealth for the ultra-rich, stepped up their investment game. They made 60 direct investments in companies, a jump from May's 47 deals. However, this is still a 40% drop compared to last year. Despite the overall decline, biotech and healthcare were hot topics, w

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Jul 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Turning CO2 into Something Useful: A Smart Way to Fight Climate Change

The world is burning too much fossil fuel. This is bad news for our planet. It's making the weather go crazy. We need new ways to make energy that don't harm the Earth. One cool idea is using electricity to turn CO2 into useful stuff. This is called CO2 reduction. It can help clean the air and store

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Jul 07 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Biofuel Production with a Heat-Loving Enzyme

In the world of biofuel production, breaking down plant material is a big challenge. Scientists have been working on ways to make this process more efficient. One promising approach involves using enzymes from a heat-loving fungus called Rasamsonia emersonii. This fungus naturally produces enzymes

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Jul 07 2025HEALTH

What Makes People Use Digital Health Tools?

Digital health tools are becoming a big deal. But what makes people use them? A recent study looked at many reviews to find out. It turns out, several things influence whether people adopt these technologies. First, people need to see the benefits. If a tool makes life easier or healthier, they are

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Jul 06 2025BUSINESS

The AI Talent Gold Rush: Who Wins and Who Loses?

Big Tech is throwing massive amounts of money at top AI talent, creating a huge gap between the highest-paid workers and everyone else. Meta is reportedly offering up to $300 million over four years to lure top researchers from OpenAI. This is part of a broader trend where AI experts are being paid

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Jul 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14: A Solid Choice for Everyday Use

The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is a standout in the world of Chromebooks, offering a great balance of features and affordability. It boasts a sleek design, a vibrant OLED screen, and impressive battery life, making it a strong contender for anyone looking for a reliable laptop. The base model starts

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Jul 06 2025LIFESTYLE

Smart Savings: Top Picks Under $25 for Your Shopping List

Amazon's Prime Day is coming up, and there are already some great deals popping up. This year, the sale runs from July 8 to 11, giving shoppers plenty of time to snag discounts on a wide range of items. But you don't have to spend a lot to get great value. Here are some of the best deals under $25 t

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Jul 06 2025SCIENCE

Lab-Grown Meat: Tastes Like Chicken, But Not Quite

Lab-grown meat is getting better, but it's not quite ready to replace the real thing. Scientists have been working hard to make it taste and feel like traditional meat. They've looked at lots of studies to see how close they've gotten. One big problem is the texture. Lab-grown meat is often softer

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Jul 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Switch 2's Hidden Strengths

The gaming community is abuzz with discussions about the Nintendo Switch 2's capabilities. Virtuos, a studio with experience in bringing major games to the Switch, has provided some interesting details. They've worked on notable ports like Dark Souls Remastered and Final Fantasy 12. Now, they're she

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

Smart Tech for Doctors: How Imaging Decision Tools Can Help or Hinder

Doctors often need help deciding when to order scans like X-rays or MRIs. A tool called a clinical decision support system (CDSS) is designed to assist with these choices. The MIDAS trial tested one such tool, ESR iGuide, in four big German hospitals. But using new tech in hospitals isn't easy. The

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