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New Guidelines for Hepatitis B Vaccines: What Parents Need to Know

December 17, 2025

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shifted its stance on hepatitis B vaccines for newborns. Instead of universally recommending the vaccine at birth, the CDC now suggests that mothers who test negative for the virus should discuss with their healthcare providers about delaying

health

Flu Season Strikes Early: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe

December 17, 2025

A new flu strain is causing a surge in illnesses earlier than usual, and it's hitting hard. This year, the influenza A H3N2, specifically the K variant, is spreading quickly across the globe and in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported an 8. 1% increase in positi

business

A Shift in the Media Maze: Kushner's Firm Steps Back

December 17, 2025

In a surprising turn, Jared Kushner's investment group, Affinity Partners, has decided to exit the race to back Paramount Skydance's ambitious bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. This move comes after a significant shift in the investment landscape since they first got involved last October. The firm's

health

Healthy Eating Gone Wrong: The Hidden Dangers of Orthorexia

December 17, 2025

Ever noticed someone who seems a bit too obsessed with eating healthy? They might be struggling with orthorexia, an eating disorder that's becoming more common. This condition involves an unhealthy fixation on consuming only "healthy" foods, which can lead to serious problems. People with orthorexi

politics

Tech Giants and the Electricity Bill Debate

December 17, 2025

Three senators are digging into whether big tech companies are making regular people pay more for electricity because of their huge data centers. These centers use a lot of power, and the senators want to know if the companies are being fair about the costs. The senators, Elizabeth Warren, Chris Va

celebrities

The Ketamine Connection: A Doctor's Light Sentence

December 17, 2025

A doctor involved in providing ketamine to actor Matthew Perry before his tragic death received a relatively lenient sentence. Dr. Mark Chavez, aged 55, was ordered to spend eight months under house arrest and three years on supervised release. This decision came after Chavez admitted his role in th

politics

Big Changes Coming for Cannabis: What You Need to Know

December 17, 2025

President Donald Trump is likely to sign an executive order soon. This order could make cannabis more accessible. It might also change how it's classified and used in healthcare. The order could move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III. This would put it in the same category as Tylenol with co

entertainment

Hollywood's Diversity Slip: Who's Behind the Camera?

December 17, 2025

The latest report from UCLA shows a big drop in diversity in Hollywood. More than 90% of top streaming shows were made by white people. This is a step backward from the progress made after the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests. White men are still the majority of show creators. They make up 79% of t

health

Is a Little Booze Really Good for Your Heart?

December 17, 2025

The idea that a little alcohol might be good for your heart has been bouncing around for years. But lately, it's been getting a lot of pushback. Now, the American Heart Association is bringing it back into the spotlight with a new review. This review says that having one or two drinks a day might no

politics

More Countries Face U. S. Travel Limits

December 17, 2025

The U. S. government has added 20 more countries to its travel ban list. This means people from these countries will find it harder to visit or move to the U. S. The new rules start on January 1st. Five countries now face a complete ban. These are Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria.