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Florida's Catholic Leaders Ask for a Break in Immigration Actions

December 24, 2025

Florida's Catholic bishops have a request for President Trump. They want him to take a break from immigration enforcement until after the Christmas holidays. They believe this would show kindness to families affected by these actions. The bishops sent a letter on Monday. It was addressed to both Pr

science

Unraveling the Mysteries of Gene Evolution: A New Approach

December 23, 2025

Ever wondered how scientists map out the family tree of genes? It's not as simple as tracing a single line. Genes can duplicate, get lost, or interact in complex ways. Traditional methods have tried to make sense of this by focusing on the simplest explanations. But what if genes don't always play b

finance

European Markets Soar: A Closer Look at the Numbers

December 23, 2025

European markets are on a roll, hitting new highs. The Stoxx 600, DAX, and CAC 40 indexes have all seen significant gains. This year alone, the Stoxx 600 has climbed 14% higher. With just a week left, it's looking like it will be the third year in a row of growth. Investors are keeping a close eye

health

Fewer Hip Fractures During COVID-19 Lockdown

December 23, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic brought many changes to daily life. One unexpected side effect was a drop in indoor falls leading to hip and femur fractures among older adults in South Korea. This was likely due to social distancing rules. Social distancing meant people stayed home more. They went out less o

finance

From the Field to the Boardroom: Unlikely Journeys to Wall Street

December 23, 2025

Wall Street isn't just for finance graduates. Some of its rising stars come from unexpected backgrounds, blending diverse experiences into successful careers. Take Lamar Cardinez, for example. He once dreamed of playing pro football. When that didn't pan out, he stayed close to sports, interning at

finance

Volta Finance: A Rocky November in the Investment World

December 23, 2025

In November 2025, Volta Finance saw a slight dip in returns, with a net return of -0. 6%. This brought their year-to-date performance to +2. 3%. Meanwhile, other investments like US High Yield bonds and Euro High Yield bonds performed much better, with returns of +7. 8% and +4. 8% respectively. The

education

New York's Missed Chance: Why Aren't Students Getting Their Share of College Cash?

December 23, 2025

New York has a big problem. It's not collecting the right info to make sure students get their fair share of college money. The state has a law that says schools must report how many students fill out the FAFSA form. This form is key to unlocking over $1 billion in federal aid. But the state won't s

environment

Trees Hold Secrets About Water's Past

December 23, 2025

Trees are more than just green giants in the landscape. They are silent storytellers, holding clues about our water history. Recent findings show that tree rings can reveal vital information about water patterns, especially in the Midwest. Scientists are using these natural records to fill gaps in

health

A Fresh Look at Ivermectin's Role in Mild COVID-19 Treatment

December 23, 2025

Researchers recently revisited a study on ivermectin's potential in treating mild COVID-19 symptoms. The focus was on a special nasal spray form of the drug. This form is designed to stick to the inside of the nose. The goal was to see if it could help with upper respiratory issues. The study looke

religion

Young Americans and Faith: What's Really Going On?

December 23, 2025

Let's talk about faith in America, especially among the young crowd. You might think that with all the changes in society, religion would be fading away. But guess what? It's not that simple. Data from Pew Research Center shows that the numbers haven't changed much since 2020. About 70% of American