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A Family's Struggle: Behind the Scenes of the Reiner Tragedy

December 26, 2025

The Reiner family's story is a complex mix of fame, struggles, and tragedy. Over the years, police visited their home multiple times, hinting at underlying issues. In 2013, 2014, 2017, and twice in 2019, law enforcement responded to various calls. These ranged from welfare checks to more serious inc

finance

Big Pharma Steps Up with Fresh Price Deals

December 26, 2025

Pharmaceutical giants are making headlines again, but this time, it's not about new drugs. Merck and eight other big players have joined Pfizer, Lilly, and Novo in signing Most Favored Nation (MFN) deals. These agreements aim to make medicines more affordable by tying drug prices to the lowest price

health

A New Deal: Eliquis to be Free for Medicaid Users

December 26, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, the U. S. government has reached an agreement with nine major pharmaceutical companies. The most talked-about part of this deal is Bristol Myers Squibb's decision to provide its popular blood thinner, Eliquis, at no cost to Medicaid recipients starting next year. Thi

science

Smart Feeding for Happy Chickens and Healthier Profits

December 26, 2025

Chickens are more than just farm animals; they're a big part of the food industry. A recent study took a close look at how different feeding plans affect chickens' growth, health, and the money farmers make. The experiment involved 1, 600 chickens, split into eight groups. Each group had a unique c

politics

Christmas Cheer Turned Political Fire: Trump's Holiday Posts

December 26, 2025

On Christmas Eve, former President Donald Trump was in a festive mood, chatting with kids about Santa's whereabouts. He seemed to enjoy the lighthearted moment, telling reporters, \"Nice, right? Could do this all day long. \" But the holiday spirit didn't last long. Later that day, Trump posted a m

weather

Rainy Christmas Brings Relief and Risks to Southern California

December 26, 2025

Southern California saw a mix of relief and trouble during Christmas. Heavy rain finally eased up, but the ground is still soaked. This means flooding and mudslides could still happen, especially in areas burned by recent fires. The mayor of Los Angeles declared a state of emergency. A flood watch

technology

Tesla's Robotaxis: A Leap Towards Driverless Future

December 26, 2025

Tesla's top bosses, Elon Musk and Ashok Elluswamy, recently shared their experiences with unmanned Robotaxis, sparking excitement about the future of self-driving technology. Musk took a ride in an empty Tesla around Austin, praising its flawless driving. Meanwhile, Elluswamy shared a video from the

health

Smart Medicine: How Gene Testing Could Save Lives and Money in Thailand

December 26, 2025

Healthcare in Thailand might get a big upgrade with a new idea called pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing. This test looks at a person's genes to figure out the best medicine for them. It's like a roadmap for doctors to pick the right treatment. Right now, doctors in Thailand often give a medicine called

weather

New York City Faces Winter Storm Challenges

December 26, 2025

New York City is about to experience a significant snowfall, the largest in over three years. This storm is expected to bring between 5 to 7 inches of snow across the broader metropolitan area, including parts of southern Connecticut, North Jersey, and southeast New York. The National Weather Servic

environment

Florida's Hidden Green Treasures

December 26, 2025

Florida is famous for its theme parks and beaches, but it also has a lot of protected areas. About 67% of southern Florida is covered by national and state parks. That's around 3. 5 million acres of land and water south of Lake Okeechobee. Most people don't realize this when they visit Orlando or th