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Cleveland: A Rising Star for Business in the Midwest

December 11, 2025

Next fall, Cleveland will host a gathering of influential corporate location experts. The Site Selectors Guild’s Fall Forum is set to take place from September 14 to 16 at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown Hotel. This event is a big deal, even though it’s not huge in terms of attendees. Around 30 member

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The Health Department's Shaky Science: A Closer Look

December 11, 2025

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is under fire for a recent report that challenges gender-affirming care. The report, released just weeks after a presidential directive, has raised eyebrows due to its questionable methods and lack of transparency. The report claims that gender-affi

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South Korea's Big Plans for Economic Growth

December 11, 2025

South Korea is making some big moves to boost its economy. The finance ministry is planning to create a sovereign wealth fund, similar to those in Singapore and Australia, by the first half of next year. This fund will help manage state-owned properties worth a whopping 1, 300 trillion won. The goal

business

Pilot Fatigue Rules: A Global Challenge

December 11, 2025

Canada is taking a closer look at its rules for pilot rest times. The reason? Industry players say the current rules are too complicated and hard to follow. This isn't just a Canadian issue. Other countries, like India, are also struggling to balance safety and practicality. In India, the biggest a

crypto

Mutuum Finance: Building a Smarter Crypto Lending System

December 11, 2025

Mutuum Finance, a decentralized finance (DeFi) project built on Ethereum, is making waves with its structured lending protocol. The team is currently in Phase 2 of their roadmap, focusing on refining key features and preparing for the V1 release in Q4 2025. The project has already attracted over 18,

finance

China's Latest Tech Ban: A Step Back for Innovation

December 11, 2025

China has taken another step to tighten its grip on digital currencies. This time, the focus is on tokenizing real-world assets. This move comes after years of strict rules on cryptocurrencies. In 2017, China banned initial coin offerings and domestic exchanges. By 2021, the country had completely o

science

Guessing the Future and the Past: How Our Brains Handle Predictions

December 11, 2025

Our brains are always trying to guess what will happen next. This is called forward prediction. It helps us learn and understand the world around us. We use past and current experiences to make these guesses. When what we expect doesn't match what actually happens, we adjust our predictions. This he

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Switzerland's Unique Singing Tradition Seeks Global Recognition

December 11, 2025

Switzerland is making a bold move to get its traditional yodelling added to a special list by the United Nations. This list is meant to protect and celebrate cultural practices from around the world. The decision on whether yodelling makes the cut is expected soon. Yodelling is a special way of sin

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Seattle Stands Firm: Pride Celebrations to Proceed Despite Backlash

December 11, 2025

In a bold move, Seattle's World Cup organizers have decided to keep their Pride events on schedule, even though two participating countries have raised objections. The match between Egypt and Iran, set for June 26, has sparked controversy due to the organizers' plans to celebrate Pride Weekend and L

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Holiday Fun in Gainesville and Alachua County

December 11, 2025

Gainesville and Alachua County are buzzing with holiday excitement this December. The Dance Alive National Ballet is bringing "The Nutcracker" to life, with performances in Gainesville and Ocala. The show includes special events like "Magic of Nutcracker" for children with special needs and "Class W