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Shares Drop in Asia, Wall Street Hits the Brakes

October 22, 2024

Asian markets, excluding China, took a dip on Tuesday as investors waited for earnings reports. Japan's Nikkei slid 1. 1%, Australia's S&P/ASX 200 fell 1. 6%, and South Korea's Kospi dipped nearly 1%. Meanwhile, Hong Kong's Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite rose slightly after China's interest rate c

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CVS Shakes Up Leadership: New CEO Steps In

October 18, 2024

CVS Health has swapped CEOs following pressure from investors, including activist Glenview Capital. The company's shares have taken a nosedive, down nearly half since 2022 highs. CVS’s latest move comes after repeated cuts to profit forecasts due to rising healthcare costs and competition in its ret

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Kids' Vaccinations in the US: A Dropping Trend

October 18, 2024

Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released some concerning news. The vaccination rates for kindergartners in the US have dropped again. In the 2023-2024 school year, only 92% of kids got their routine shots—a decrease from 93% last year and 95% in 2019-2020. The drop is m

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Walgreens to Shut Down 1,200 Stores: A Glimpse into the Struggles of Drugstore Chains

October 15, 2024

Walgreens, a well-known drug store chain, is set to close around 1,200 of its locations by 2027. This move is a response to the challenges they're facing from online competitors and a drop in prescription drug payments. In the next year alone, about 500 stores will close, which is a big jump from th

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The End of an Era: Why Gen Z is Struggling to Pick Up the Wrench

October 14, 2024

Dave Lawson, a seasoned motorbike mechanic from Perth, is closing his workshop, The Bike Doctor, after 43 years. He blames young workers, specifically Generation Z, for the closure. He thinks they're unwilling to embrace apprenticeships due to low pay and what he considers extravagant spending habit

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Vaccine Trust Takes a Hit: What Happened?

October 11, 2024

During the COVID-19 pandemic, government responses had unintended consequences. The number of unvaccinated kindergarten kids hit a record high. The CDC reported that around 80,000 more kids didn't get their shots compared to before the pandemic. This means fewer kids are protected against diseases l

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Why Oakland Needs a Change: A Closer Look at Mayor Thao's Tenure

October 11, 2024

Oakland is in a tough spot, and many people are pointing the finger at Mayor Sheng Thao. The city's budget is a mess, and crime rates are soaring. Thao and the council haven't been able to handle these problems effectively. They've been juggling numbers and putting off tough decisions, which has led

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Roadwork Pains: Businesses Hang On in Post Falls

October 7, 2024

In Post Falls, a major roadwork project has been causing quite a stir. The 300 block of Spokane Street is under construction, and local businesses are feeling the heat. Shem Hanks, co-owner of the Filling Station gastropub, has noticed a significant drop in customers. Normally, autumn is a busy time

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A Big Shift: Nvidia’s Finance Head Joins a Startup

October 7, 2024

Simona Jankowski, who has been at the helm of investor relations and strategic finance at Nvidia for seven years, is leaving to join a startup as their chief financial officer. The move comes after her notable contribution to the company’s growth during her tenure. In 2017, when she joined Nvidia fr

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Cities Fight Crime, iPhone Sales Slump, and Marijuana's Next Step

October 7, 2024

Did you know that violent crime is on the decline in several US cities? Baltimore, Detroit, and San Antonio are leading the way by involving their communities in safety efforts. Meanwhile, Apple's iPhone 16 sales haven't been as hot as expected, despite new AI features. And in the world of marijuana