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Small Businesses Fear Loss of TikTok's Power

January 1, 2025

Imagine running a small business and suddenly losing a powerful tool like TikTok. That’s what millions of small business owners might face if a TikTok ban happens. Desiree Hill from Crown’s Corner Mechanic in Georgia knows this worry all too well. She started as a mobile mechanic and grew her busine

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Stock Market Shake-Up: Nvidia and S&P 500 Hit Key Points

December 31, 2024

The stock market took a hit on Monday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping by 1%, the S&P 500 falling by 1. 1%, and the Nasdaq selling off by 1. 2%. Nvidia's stock managed to bounce back slightly, ending just below its 50-day moving average. This average is a critical level to watch for i

business

Houses Stay Longer on Market in Late 2024

December 31, 2024

As we wrap up 2024, the housing market has seen a growth in supply, but there's a catch. Many homes have been on the market for quite a while without finding buyers, a trend not seen since 2019. In November 2024, active listings were up by 12. 1% compared to the same month in 2023, hitting the highe

crypto

Bitcoin's Boom: Politics and Economy Fuel the Crypto Rally

December 31, 2024

In early 2025, the crypto market is thriving, thanks to a favorable economic and political environment, notes Grayscale's Zach Pandl. He shared in a CNBC Pro Talks interview that 2024 was a fantastic year for crypto, driven by a strong economy and the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts. Bitcoin, i

science

Improving Structures: A New Way to Optimize Trusses

December 31, 2024

You know how sometimes you need to find the best of two things at once, like the strongest but lightest bridge? Well, researchers have come up with a cool algorithm that does just that. It's called the 2-Archive Multi-Objective Cuckoo Search (MOCS2arc) and it helps find the best balance between two

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Flying High: The Cessna Citation Latitude's Price and Performance

December 31, 2024

Ever dreamed of owning a private jet? The Cessna Citation Latitude is a top choice for business and leisure travel. This super-midsize jet, crafted by Textron Aviation, offers a luxurious and versatile flying experience. But how much does it cost? Let's break down the numbers. For a brand new Cessn

science

Cleaning Up Gene Data: A Better Way

December 31, 2024

Imagine you're sifting through a huge pile of gene data for research. Traditional random forest methods can struggle when faced with lots of noise and parameters, making it hard to pick the right features. This is where a new algorithm called Standardized Threshold and Loops based Random Forest (STL

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The Hidden Side of Collecting: Antiquities, Fossils, and Wildlife Markets

December 30, 2024

Ever wondered how stuff like ancient artifacts, fossils, and animals end up in private collections? Let's take a look at what happens behind the scenes in these markets. It turns out, the rules aren't exactly clear-cut. Laws vary from place to place, leading to some pretty big loopholes. These incon

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Motion Capture Tech: From Markers to Cameras

December 29, 2024

Ever wondered how athletes can be tracked while they're in motion? Welcome to the world of motion capture tech! This tech has come a long way, making it easier for researchers, doctors, and coaches to get biomechanics data. One of the latest trends is using markerless motion capture and inertial mea

health

Women and Time: How Breast Cancer Changes Priorities

December 29, 2024

Women's choices about how to spend their time say a lot about what they value. It's like a window into their hearts. Sure, everyone's plans don't always become reality, but intentions are powerful, right? Researchers wanted to see if a breast cancer diagnosis changes what women think is important. T