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7-Eleven's Big Shake-Up: New CEO, Big Plans

March 13, 2025

Seven & I Holdings, the company behind the 7-Eleven convenience stores, is making big moves. The Japanese company has just appointed its first foreign CEO, Stephen Dacus. This move comes after a tough six months. During this time, the company faced a massive $47 billion takeover bid from Canadian co

education

Newtown's Big Spend: Millions for School Fixes

March 13, 2025

Newtown's Board of Finance had a busy night. They gathered to greenlight a bunch of big-ticket items for the town's schools and infrastructure. The total cost? A whopping $15 million. The meeting kicked off at 7:33 p. m. in the Council Chambers. Everyone was there except for Janette Lamoure

science

DNA Building Blocks: The Surprising Role of Ions

March 13, 2025

DNA nanostructures are usually built using heat and magnesium. But what if you could build them at room temperature with different ions? Scientists have shown that DNA structures can form at constant temperatures, from 4°C to 50°C, using various ions. This means you can create DNA shapes and even 3D

science

Big Breakthrough in Making Big Catalytic Electrodes

March 12, 2025

Ever wondered how to make big, efficient catalytic electrodes without breaking the bank? Researchers have found a way to do just that. They've figured out how to make meter-scale catalytic electrodes using stuff that's already out there and easy to get. This new method uses flexible, size-a

technology

Meta's Big Move: Building Its Own AI Chip to Cut Costs

March 12, 2025

Meta, the company behind popular social media platforms, is diving headfirst into the world of AI chips. Why? To save a ton of money. The costs of AI infrastructure are skyrocketing, with Meta's AI costs alone expected to hit $65 billion. This is a massive amount of cash, and it's part of a much lar

politics

Steel and Aluminum Tariffs: A Double-Edged Sword for America

March 12, 2025

The United States is set to impose hefty tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. This move, led by the president, aims to protect domestic metal producers. The tariffs, set at 25% for steel and aluminum, could significantly impact American companies that rely on these metals. Automakers, construction

finance

Trump's Tariff Talk Triggers Market Turbulence

March 12, 2025

Trump's recent threats of steep tariffs against Canada sent shockwaves through the market on Tuesday. Investors were left in a state of confusion. Stocks initially dropped sharply before recovering some losses by the end of the day. The S&P 500 index hit a low point, falling 1. 5 percent before c

health

Screen Time and Family Life: What's the Connection?

March 11, 2025

Screen time among teens has been a hot topic for over a decade. Parents, teachers, and health experts have been concerned about the amount of time young people spend glued to screens. The big question is: How does family structure play a role in this? Surprisingly, there hasn't been much research

health

Knowing the Hands: Dupuytren's Contracture in Saudi Arabia

March 10, 2025

Dupuytren's Contracture (DC) is a condition that slowly tightens the tissue under the skin of the palm. This can make it hard to move fingers and affect daily life. A recent study looked at how much people in Saudi Arabia know about this condition. The study involved 713 people from all ove

environment

Dairy Farms and Antibiotic Resistance: What's the Connection?

March 10, 2025

In India, the dairy industry is massive. It's the world's top producer and consumer of dairy products. But there's a hidden problem. Antibiotics are often misused, leading to antibiotic resistance. This isn't just a problem for cows; it's a public health issue. Farmers, farm workers, and even the en