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Domantas Sabonis and Shashana's Sweet Surprise: A New Wine Venture!

November 16, 2024

Imagine this: a basketball superstar like Domantas Sabonis, known for his powerful moves on the court, starting a wine brand. You'd think, "What's the connection? " Well, there's more to this story. Together with his wife Shashana, Domantas has just launched Ones by Sabonis, a nice twist into the wo

technology

Boost Business Data with RAG: The Power of AI and Information Retrieval

November 16, 2024

Imagine you're running a business with mountains of data—PDFs, Word docs, and more. You want an AI that doesn't just spit out generic info but truly understands your company's unique needs. Enter Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG). This cool tech combines AI language models with data retrieval tec

politics

Joliet's Ocean Massage: A New Health Spot on Caton Farm Road?

November 16, 2024

In the heart of Joliet, there's a buzz about a new massage therapy business named Ocean Massage. The city's staff has given the thumbs up for this venture, suggesting the Joliet City Council approve a special use permit. The business is set to open at 3078 Caton Farm Road, right next to Essington Ro

business

Alibaba's Revenue Rises as Profits Boosted by Investments

November 16, 2024

Alibaba, China's big name in e-commerce, entertainment, and tech, saw its revenues go up by 5% to about $33. 7 billion in the recent quarter. This was the result of a 63% jump in net profits to $6. 25 billion. But it's not all straightforward - some of this boost came from changes in the value of th

politics

Diner Owner Questions Gov's Congestion Pricing Talks

November 15, 2024

Imagine this: you own a cozy diner in NYC, and the governor keeps dropping by, chatting with your patrons. That was the case for Tarek Soliman, owner of The Comfort Diner, before Governor Kathy Hochul's 2022 gubernatorial race. But things changed after her election. Soliman hasn't seen Hochul since,

lifestyle

Unexpected Reunion: Chicago Bakery Owner and Customer Discover They're Mother and Son

November 15, 2024

Imagine finding out your favorite bakery owner is your birth mom! That's what happened to Vamarr Hunter in 2022. He was a regular at Give Me Some Sugah in Chicago. One day, the bakery called him. The woman on the phone? Lenore Lindsey, the owner, and his birth mother. She had given birth to him when

health

Health for All, Safety for All: Cambodia's Double Win

November 15, 2024

The world has been shaken by the COVID-19 pandemic, making everyone more prepared for future health crises. The WHO's Pandemic Treaty and the World Bank's Pandemic Fund are great steps forward. But what if we could combine these efforts with a broader healthcare goal like universal health coverage (

business

Businesses Seek City Help After Struggles Near George Floyd Memorial

November 15, 2024

In a twist of events, business owners around the corner where George Floyd was tragically killed in 2020 are taking legal action against the city of Minneapolis. They want the city to take over their properties and compensate them for losses. The businesses, including the former Cup Foods (now Unity

business

A Viral Star's Virtual Visit Keeps a Colorado Bakery Afloat

November 15, 2024

In the heart of Colorado Springs, a tiny bakery named Norma's Bakery was nearly shipwrecked after just one year of sailing. Its owners, Norma Torres Canales and Martin Gerardo Ortiz Ceja, were forced to reduce employee hours. The family-owned business was at risk of shutting down. Their daughter-in-

health

Exercise Intensity: What's Best for Boosting Oxygen Uptake?

November 14, 2024

Let's talk about how we measure and improve our bodies' ability to use oxygen during exercise. Scientists are wondering if there's a better way to set exercise intensity to boost this ability, called VO2 max. They compared two methods: traditional intensity anchors (like heart rate zones) and physio