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NFL Moves Rams-Vikings Playoff Game to Arizona Due to Wildfires

January 10, 2025

In response to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, the NFL decided to relocate the upcoming playoff game between the Rams and the Vikings. Originally scheduled to be played at the Rams’ home field, SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, the game will now take place on Monday night at State Farm Stadium in

politics

Budget Cuts Before Fires: LA's Fire Department Faces Reduced Funds

January 10, 2025

Just seven months before the destructive Palisades Fire swept through Los Angeles, the city slashed more than $17. 5 million from its fire department budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The total budget for the fire department was set at $819. 64 million, down from the previous year's $837. 2 mill

environment

Coffee Farms' Carbon Footprint: A Central American Story

January 10, 2025

In the heart of Central America, coffee farms are playing a crucial role in the fight against climate change. These farms, especially those using agroforestry methods, can both release and absorb carbon dioxide (CO₂). Researchers studied 180 farms in Costa Rica and Guatemala to figure out how much c

business

Macy's: Shutting Doors to Open New Opportunities

January 10, 2025

Macy's, a familiar department store, is making a bold move. They're clicking the "close" button on 66 of their stores, but this isn't a sign of trouble. Instead, it's part of a plan they shared last year. The company is choosing to pour their resources into 350 other stores spread across the country

business

Unions' Secret Weapon: Boosting Corporate Responsibility

January 10, 2025

You know who's a silent hero when it comes to making companies act responsibly? Unions! Over a decade-long study, researchers discovered that unions are like a secret weapon in reducing big, controversial issues related to the environment, society, and how companies are run (let's call them ESG issu

celebrities

Fire and Famous: Celebrity Homes Ravaged by LA Wildfires

January 10, 2025

Wildfires raging through Los Angeles have left a trail of destruction, with several celebrity homes in the Pacific Palisades and Pasadena neighborhoods reduced to ashes. The blaze, which started in the morning, has forced over 70, 000 people to evacuate their homes. This area is known for its lucrat

celebrities

Celebrity Homes Lost in L. A. Wildfires

January 10, 2025

Wildfires are raging through Los Angeles, causing over 100, 000 people to flee their homes. One of the most affected areas is Pacific Palisades, where over 17, 200 acres have burned. Many celebrities have lost their homes here, some having lived in the area for decades. Melissa Rivers managed to sa

politics

Remembering Jimmy Carter: A Nation Pays Respect

January 10, 2025

Former presidents, celebrities, and other notable figures gathered to honor Jimmy Carter, who passed away at the age of 100. His remains were carried to the Capitol in a horse-drawn procession and placed on the Lincoln Catafalque, where he lay in state for two days. President Joe Biden declared Thur

lifestyle

Pool Rules: Who Decides What You Wear?

January 10, 2025

Ever thought about how your swimwear choices might be controlled? In the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, local councils have laid down the law about what you can and can't wear to public pools. Flip-flops and small swimsuits are a no-no, leaving residents scratching their heads. Why do they have

business

Wildfires Rage: The Staggering Costs in LA

January 10, 2025

In a matter of hours, the wildfires in Los Angeles have turned into a financial nightmare. The insurance costs jumped from $10 billion to $20 billion in just one day, highlighting the devastation caused by these fires. The major blazes in Pacific Palisades and Pasadena are still burning, while the H