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Inquire Into Deputy's Arrest; No Crime Found

December 17, 2024

San Mateo County is buzzing again with controversy. The county's top prosecutor concluded that Carlos Tapia, a deputy accused of timecard fraud, did not commit a crime. Tapia surrendered to be booked on these charges last November. Sheriff Christina Corpus had consulted with District Attorney Stephe

politics

Canada's Finance Minister Steps Down Amid Political Turmoil

December 17, 2024

Justin Trudeau, Canada's Prime Minister, is facing a big test in his political career. Chrystia Freeland, his long-time and powerful Finance Minister, has resigned. This has shocked the country and raised questions about Trudeau's future. Freeland said she and Trudeau had different views about a two

politics

Canada's Deputy PM Quits Over Trade Disagreement

December 16, 2024

In a sudden turn of events, Canada's Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland stepped down from her post on Monday. The reason? A disagreement with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over how to handle U. S. President-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats. Freeland also resigned from her role as finance min

politics

Syria's Tel Rifaat: A Night of Quiet After Years of Fear

December 15, 2024

In the small town of Tel Rifaat, Syria, the skies were finally still after years of turmoil. Ali, a 48-year-old guard, sat by a wood stove at an old police post, watching over the northern entrance. He was cautious, using only his first name for safety. But this night was different; there were no bo

science

How Alternating Flow Directions Boost Large Biotherapeutic Purification

December 15, 2024

Purifying large biotherapeutic entities like viral coat proteins and mRNA is tougher than handling smaller products. These huge molecules struggle to reach binding sites in regular chromatographic media. However, size exclusion chromatography (SEC) offers a potential solution by isolating them in th

politics

Cook and Trump: A Tech-Politics Dinner Date

December 14, 2024

Apple CEO Tim Cook is set to break bread with President Donald Trump at the luxurious Mar-a-Lago resort. This is the first time they'll meet since Trump's re-election. The two have had a pretty cozy relationship, unlike Trump's chilly dealings with other tech bigwigs like Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and

business

2025 Economic Agenda: Inflation, Taxes, Tariffs, and Crypto

December 13, 2024

As the clock strikes midnight on January 1, 2025, the incoming Trump administration is set to shake up the economic landscape. Inflation, which has been gradually decreasing, is still a major concern. The Federal Reserve has begun cutting interest rates, but the question remains: will inflation stic

health

The Power of Hertia Leaves: A Natural Weapon Against Obesity

December 13, 2024

For ages, people have used the leaves of the Hertia cheirifolia L. plant to treat various health issues like hemorrhoids, diarrhea, and stomachaches. Scientists have now found a new use for these leaves: helping fight obesity. They extracted the aerial parts of the plant using hexane after hydroalco

technology

Could Tariffs Make PS5 Pro 40% Pricier? Affordable Ways to Buy Now

December 13, 2024

President-elect Trump's tariff plans might hike video game console prices. The PS5 Pro could jump from $700 to $980 due to tariffs. Should you buy it now with a credit card or a buy now, pay later plan? Let's see if it's worth it! Tariffs could make the PS5 Pro 40% more expensive, says a study. If

politics

Why Trump's Trade and Immigration Policies Might Spoil Your Avocado Toast

December 11, 2024

Ever thought about what would happen if your favorite avocado toast became a luxury item? It's not just a far-fetched idea anymore. President Trump's trade and immigration policies could make that a reality. Back in 2018, when the U. S. slapped tariffs on several countries, they hit back. This raise