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Air Cargo Airlines: Business Models in the Spotlight

December 11, 2024

You might know FedEx and UPS, but have you ever thought about the different ways airlines move freight? The air cargo industry has seen a big boost, especially with the rise of online shopping during the pandemic. In the US, there are plenty of cargo airlines using different strategies to get goods

politics

Trump's Take on Tariffs: A Boon for Business?

December 10, 2024

President Trump sat down with NBC's "Meet the Press" to discuss his plan to impose tariffs. When asked if families might face higher prices, he admitted he couldn't guarantee anything but pointed to the economy's strength before COVID. Companies like Walmart and Stanley Black & Decker have voiced co

sports

Saudi Leader Sparks Boxing Revolution, Wins Big Honor

December 10, 2024

A Saudi leader, His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, is shaking up the world of boxing. The World Boxing Council (WBC) recently named him 'Boxing Man of the Year' at their annual convention in Hamburg, Germany. Alalshikh, who heads Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, has been praised for brin

health

Heart Changes Post-COVID: The Fibrosis Factor

December 9, 2024

Ever wondered why some people experience heart issues after recovering from COVID-19? Scientists are on the case, trying to uncover how the virus might harm heart tissue. One important factor is something called vascular fibrosis, which is like scarring in the blood vessels. This scarring can disrup

business

Will Trump's Tariffs Drown Small Businesses?

December 9, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump's plan includes heavy tariffs on imports, especially from China. This could be bad news for local shops. Those small businesses rely on global supplies, like the foods we eat or parts for repairs. If the costs rise by 20 to 100 percent, some shops might close. The probl

politics

Syria's Shifting Power: Who Gains, Who Loses?

December 9, 2024

In 2016, I shared a Ramadan meal with Syrian ex-rebels in Turkey. They spoke of the brutal tactics used by the Assad regime. Fast forward to today, the Assad regime has fallen, and the world is watching the ripple effects. Countries like Turkey, Iran, Russia, Israel, and the U. S. are feeling the sh

health

Social Media Use: A Real-Time Look at Teens' Emotional Ups and Downs

December 9, 2024

Researchers have been quick to blame social media for negative impacts on teens' mental health, but is it the whole story? A recent study decided to find out by tracking 154 teenagers aged 12 to 15 every four hours for two weeks. They wanted to see if using social media causes more negative emotions

politics

Crypto Companies' Election Spending: What It Means for 2026

December 9, 2024

In the 2024 election, cryptocurrency companies like Ripple spent millions in political contributions. This surge in spending has raised questions about the industry's influence in Washington. Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, revealed that his company alone contributed $25 million to an industry sup

crime

New York City’s Uptick in Crime: A Look at the Thompson Murder

December 9, 2024

The recent murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a New York City street isn't just another tragic event. It's a snapshot of the city's sliding security. Sure, New York has always had its share of high-profile crimes, like the killings of John Lennon and Meir Kahane. But those incidents ha

science

Cleaning Up: A Look at Ways to Treat Dirty Water

December 9, 2024

When it comes to treating water filled with harmful pollutants, there are a few methods that have been around for a while and some newer ones that are gaining attention. Two of the older methods are burning the waste, known as incineration, and using a process called Sequencing Batch Reactor Activat