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Understanding the Big Picture: Are Ultraprocessed Foods All Bad?

December 16, 2024

Our eating habits need a serious makeover. Diet is a significant factor in early deaths worldwide, and in the US, around half of adults suffer from Type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes. Lately, ultraprocessed foods have been getting a lot of blame for these health issues. These foods are made in factorie

politics

Why RFK Jr. 's Nomination is a Challenge for Democrats

December 16, 2024

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , known for his liberal views, is facing a tough road on Capitol Hill. His nomination as health and human services secretary has Democrats divided. While some agree with his views on corporate influence and food additives, others worry his anti-vaccine stance and controversial

crime

Commerce Business Up in Smoke: How a Fire Changed Everything

December 16, 2024

Imagine waking up to nothing but the charred remains of a once-thriving business. That's exactly what happened in Commerce, California, when a fire swept through a fiberglass manufacturing facility early Sunday morning. The blaze began around 9:45 p. m. on Vail Avenue, near Vail High School. When fi

politics

Trump's Balancing Act: Unions vs. Tax Cuts

December 16, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump, known for his blue-collar appeal, faces a tricky task ahead: how to govern with a broad coalition that includes both business elites and union workers. Two main challenges are already on the table. The first is tax reform, with Congress planning to cut taxes even furthe

science

Exploring Different Ways to Extract Dietary Fiber from Chinese Chestnuts

December 15, 2024

Scientists took a close look at five different methods to extract dietary fiber (DF) from Chinese chestnuts. These methods included using just enzymes (E-DF), a mix of enzymes and acid (EAc-DF), enzymes and alkaline (EAl-DF), ultrasonic waves with enzymes (EU-DF), and microwaves with enzymes (EM-DF)

business

Different Paths to Success

December 15, 2024

Success isn't always about doing what's expected. Often, it's about trying new things and finding what works best for you. Take Ron Wanek, for instance. Born into a poor family, he didn't go to college. Instead, he dove into the furniture business. With a loan from his dad, he started Arcadia Furni

entertainment

Could Agnes Be the Borg's Game-Changer?

December 15, 2024

In the world of Star Trek: Picard, fans are eager to see what happens to Agnes Jurati after her dramatic Borg assimilation at the end of season two. Played by Alison Pill, Jurati's fate is uncertain, but so is the potential impact on the Borg collective itself. Pill has expressed her enthusiasm for

health

Beating COVID-19: California's Vaccine Race

December 15, 2024

California is in the midst of a tough battle against COVID-19, with infection and death rates soaring. To fight back, researchers are studying four vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, and Johnson & Johnson. The goal? To find out which one can help end the pandemic the fastest. If everyone gets v

business

Markel's Insurance Struggles: Can Jana's Push Boost Value?

December 15, 2024

Markel Group, a financial holding company, is known for its specialty insurance, investments, and a diverse range of businesses under Markel Ventures. Recently, activist investor Jana Partners, led by Barry Rosenstein, has been urging the company to focus more on its insurance operations. Markel's i

politics

Trump’s Late-Night Transition Buzz

December 15, 2024

When the sun sets, Donald Trump’s transition efforts ramp up. Since the election, over half of his staff announcements have been made after 6 p. m. , often after 10 p. m. This night owl routine has sparked late-night social media chatter and news coverage. Trump’s evenings are filled with events lik