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Japan Boosts Rates: What Does It Mean for Inflation?

January 24, 2025

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) recently increased interest rates by 25 basis points, pushing their policy rate to 0. 5%. This is the highest it's been since 2008. The decision was driven by signs of sustained inflation and rising wages in Japan. The BOJ aims to normalize its monetary policy, which has been

finance

Stock Markets Soar as Trump Pushes for Lower Rates and Oil Prices

January 24, 2025

On Thursday, the S&P 500 reached new heights, climbing by 0. 53% and closing at 6, 118. 71, its highest point ever. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also jumped, gaining 408. 34 points to hit 44, 565. 07. The Nasdaq Composite followed suit, inching up by 0. 22% to 20, 053. 68. This marked the fourth

entertainment

Oscar Nominees 2025: Where to Watch and What to Expect

January 24, 2025

The 97th Oscars have announced their nominees, with Netflix's Emilia Pérez leading the pack with 13 nominations. This Spanish-language film is followed closely by The Brutalist and Wicked, each with 10 nods. Other notable mentions include A Complete Unknown, Conclave, and Dune: Part Two. Many of the

entertainment

FKA Twigs' New Album: A Dance with Identity and Power

January 24, 2025

FKA Twigs, a multi-talented artist born as Tahliah Barnett in England, has been doing a lot lately. She's been promoting a remake of the classic movie The Crow and awaiting a big court case. In interviews, she talked about how her character's journey in the movie is similar to her own healing proces

environment

Fire Fight in California: A Day in the Life of the Hughes Fire

January 24, 2025

Imagine waking up to the news that a wildfire has taken over nearly 16 square miles of trees and brush in your region. That's what happened in Los Angeles with the Hughes Fire. It started near Castaic Lake and quickly spread, but overnight water drops helped halt its progress. Firefighters are worki

health

Post-COVID Syndrome: What Happens a Year Later?

January 24, 2025

Are you feeling tired and out of breath long after your COVID infection? You're not alone. Many people still face issues like fatigue, breathing problems, and brain fog over a year post-recovery. But what's really happening inside their bodies? And why do some improve while others don't? A large-sca

politics

Davos: Trump's Shadow Looms Large, Mixing Fear and Hope

January 24, 2025

Davos, Switzerland, is where the yearly World Economic Forum happens, bringing together bigshots from international institutions, progressive leaders, and major banks. This year, the spotlight wasn't on the usual suspects. Instead, it was on a certain real-estate tycoon-turned-president from Queens,

entertainment

Gearing Up: Will Roman Pearce Get His Due in Fast & Furious 11?

January 24, 2025

Fast & Furious 11 is the series finale, so it's too late to correct one of its biggest character blunders – Roman Pearce's personality shift. The Fast & Furious franchise is known for its thrilling car stunts and family-centric storylines. However, after seven films, Roman Pearce has lost his tough-

health

Breast Cancer Survivors: Lessons in Growth and Resilience

January 24, 2025

Imagine battling breast cancer and coming out stronger. That's what sometimes happens, and it's called post-traumatic growth. Researchers looked into this phenomenon to better understand how breast cancer patients grow and change in positive ways after their struggle. By gathering and analyzing vari

health

How Teamwork Can Beat Violence Against Women

January 23, 2025

Violence against women and girls (VAWG) is a big problem globally. It affects health, money, and human rights. The United Nations wants to stop all forms of VAWG by 2030, but progress is slow. One reason is that researchers from different fields don't work together enough. This keeps us from getting