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services

Unraveling Mental Health Disparities: Asian and Latine Subgroups

December 14, 2024

For a long time, we've known that mental health services aren't equally used across racial groups. While Black and White populations have gotten more attention, the Asian and Latine communities are often lumped together. But what if there are important differences within these groups that we're miss

politics

Train Rider’s Trial Sparks Mixed Reactions

December 14, 2024

A few days ago, a jury unanimously found Daniel Penny not guilty. Following the verdict, former Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr. expressed his dismay, stating that Penny's prosecution should never have happened. The incident took place in May 2023. Daniel Penny was on an uptown train when

crime

Nursing Home Empire’s Dark Side

December 14, 2024

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, comes from a wealthy family that runs a nursing home chain. This chain, Lorien Health Services, has a dark side. Despite being known for its luxurious amenities like restaurant-style dining and movie theaters, some of

technology

Apple TV VPNs: Picking the Best Streaming Buddy

December 11, 2024

When you're on the hunt for a VPN to boost your Apple TV experience, you've got a few options to consider. NordVPN, for one, might seem like a solid choice, but don't be fooled by its impressive server count. Using it on your Apple TV can be a bit of a chore. The app isn't exactly user-friendly – br

technology

Google Wants FTC Check on Microsoft-OpenAI Cloud Deal

December 11, 2024

In a surprise move, Google has asked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to take a closer look at the deal between Microsoft and OpenAI. This deal lets Microsoft be the sole provider of cloud services for OpenAI's technology. Google is concerned that this could lead to higher prices and complications

entertainment

Streaming Giants Up Their Sports Game

December 11, 2024

Imagine this: Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, two big names in the streaming world but newcomers in the TV industry, are making waves in the sports-content scene. According to Luminate, these platforms have been boosting their original sports programming over the past four years. Netflix alone now m

politics

Vote Day Tomorrow: What's on the Ballot?

December 11, 2024

Hey, everyone! Tomorrow is election day for the December ballot. There's a lot to vote on, so let's break it down. In East Baton Rouge, there's a big deal about a 2% sales tax. It's not new, but it might move from the parish to the City of St. George. That could mean about $50 million for city serv

technology

ChargePoint's Payment Fraud Woes: A Digital Dilemma

December 9, 2024

ChargePoint Holdings, Inc. (CHPT) has a big problem on its hands. Its fancy charging systems for electric vehicles (EVs) are getting tricky to manage, especially when it comes to online payments. You see, ChargePoint's Cloud Services platform is where all the payment action happens. But with great p

health

Safety in Numbers: How Unity Shields Sex Workers in Metro Vancouver

December 5, 2024

Imagine living in a city where your job is often shrouded in stigma and danger. That’s the reality for many sex workers in Metro Vancouver. But what if there was a way to make this life safer and more supported? Research conducted between 2010 and 2022 examined the protective effects of social cohes

business

Waggon’s Game-Changing Approach to Logistics Gets Awarded

December 4, 2024

The logistics business has been all over the place this year, making it tough for new and small companies to keep up. But a newcomer, Waggon, has not only survived but thrived. Starting with a goal to improve customer service in brokerages and treat employees well, Waggon is showing it can do both. ...