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Should TikTok Be Banned in the US?

December 17, 2024

TikTok’s Chinese owner, ByteDance, is challenging a law that could potentially ban the popular video-sharing app in the US. The law, signed by President Joe Biden, would force ByteDance to sell TikTok to an American company or face a ban starting January 19. TikTok argues that this would suppress fr

politics

Could Trump Tip the Scales Toward Direct Election?

December 17, 2024

You might think the Electoral College is here to stay, but former president Donald Trump's recent social media post has sparked a new question: Could he actually help end it? Trump's post, which incorrectly stated that Democrats want to drop the popular vote, could surprisingly fuel the decades-long

health

Free Russian Cancer Vaccine on the Horizon

December 17, 2024

Russia plans to give away a custom cancer vaccine starting in early 2025. Andrey Kaprin, the head of Russia’s Radiology Medical Research Center, said their vaccine targets cancer by stopping tumors from growing and spreading. Unlike vaccines that prevent cancer, this one is designed for patients alr

crime

Tragic Event: Teen Charged with Killing Family in New Mexico

December 16, 2024

Last weekend, a shocking incident unfolded in New Mexico. A 16-year-old boy, Diego Leyva, was accused of killing four family members in their Belén home. Early Saturday morning, Valencia County authorities received a 911 call from the teen himself, confessing to the crime. Police found Diego outside

health

Monitoring Neonates: EIT vs. ECG

December 15, 2024

In neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), doctors rely on electrocardiograms (ECGs) to monitor babies' heart health. But recently, electrical impedance tomography (EIT) has been causing some interference. EIT is a newer technology used to track the lungs' function in premature babies. The problem? T

health

Chat & Care: Bevy Smith & Pfizer's Vaccine Chat

December 15, 2024

Imagine a day filled with pampering and powerful conversations. That's exactly what happened when Bevy Smith, a popular figure in the city, brought together a group of friends for a special event. Among them was Ronika Alexander-Parrish, who works as the US Medical Director for Health Equity, Vaccin

entertainment

Who's in the Running? Meet the PGA Nominees for Kids, Shorts, and Sports

December 14, 2024

Ever wondered who's behind your favorite shows and sports docs? The Producers Guild of America has just unveiled their nominees for the 2025 PGA Awards in the children's, short form, and sports categories. Mark your calendars for Feb. 8, when the winners will be announced in Los Angeles. Let's dive

crime

The Alexander Brothers' Dark Secret

December 14, 2024

Imagine this: two wealthy brothers, prominent in the real estate industry, using their power and wealth to lure women into dangerous situations. Oren and Tal Alexander, the brothers in question, didn't just misuse their status; they used it to commit heinous crimes. They organized events and trips,

entertainment

Meet Rachel Saltzman: Schachter Entertainment's New NYC Partner

December 12, 2024

Ever heard of Schachter Entertainment? They just promoted Rachel Saltzman to partner. Rachel's been with them for 12 years, helping actors in TV, film, and theater. She's now based in NYC. The company has top clients, like Tony winners and nominees. Imagine having people who've won 18 Tony Awards on

technology

TikTok Takes Canada to Court Over Shutdown Order

December 11, 2024

TikTok has decided to fight back against Canada's decision to make it shut down its business in the country. The company filed a case in Vancouver's Federal Court on December 5, hoping to overturn the government's order. Why did Canada do this? Because of concerns about national security, linked to