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Dec 27 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fun Ways to Celebrate New Year's Eve in the Suburbs

New Year's Eve is almost here, and if you're still figuring out plans, there are some cool spots where you can eat, drink, and have fun while counting down to the new year. Dave & Buster's is a great place for both families and adults. They have two events happening. The first one is from 4-7 p. m.

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Dec 27 2025FINANCE

Can Hithium Shine Without Government Help?

Hithium, a major player in the battery industry, is gearing up for a public debut in Hong Kong. Yet, the path isn't smooth. The company's rapid growth has been propped up by substantial Chinese government subsidies from 2022 to 2025. Without this financial aid, Hithium would have faced losses each y

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Dec 27 2025CRIME

Robots and Crime: What Could Go Wrong by 2035?

By 2035, robots might be everywhere, doing jobs humans used to do. This could lead to some big problems. Europol, the police agency for Europe, thinks society might get angry and violent. They worry about robots taking over jobs and people getting upset. Robots could do many things, like take care

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Dec 27 2025CRIME

A Basketball Hero's Car Becomes a Target of Hate

In Petaluma, California, a man was arrested for a hate crime after defacing a former Harlem Globetrotter's car. The suspect, Corey Newman, a 20-year-old local resident, was charged with vandalism and a hate crime. The victim, William "Bull" Bullard, is a well-known figure in the community, not just

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Dec 27 2025HEALTH

How Your Childhood Shapes Your Health in Old Age

Researchers dug into how tough times in childhood can affect health later in life. They looked at a group of older adults in Lausanne, Switzerland. The focus was on how money troubles and hardships in early years might impact health and abilities as people age. The study tried to see if growing up

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Dec 27 2025SPORTS

Michigan's New Coach: A Surprise Pick That Has Fans Buzzing

Michigan football just made a big move. They hired Kyle Whittingham as their new head coach. This comes after a lot of drama with their old coach, Sherrone Moore. Moore was fired for doing something really wrong. He had an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. Whittingham is no stranger t

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Dec 27 2025SPORTS

Grace Hayden: From Cricket Pitch to Family Reunion

Grace Hayden, a rising star in sports broadcasting, recently wrapped up her responsibilities for ILT20 in the UAE. Her return to home soil was celebrated with a heartwarming family gathering, featuring her father, the legendary Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden. The reunion was captured in photos

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Dec 27 2025EDUCATION

Time Ticks Differently for Digital Natives

In the digital era, a surprising skill gap has emerged among young people. Many students struggle to read analog clocks, a revelation that came to light when New York City public schools implemented a smartphone ban. This ban exposed a generation that has grown up with digital devices, making tradit

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Dec 27 2025SPORTS

The Calm Force Behind UMass Women's Basketball Success

At UMass, assistant coach Yolanda Cole is a quiet powerhouse. She's been around the game for 16 years, working at different schools like Sacred Heart and Florida Atlantic. But her real strength isn't just basketball strategy. It's her ability to connect with players on a personal level. Mike Leflar

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Dec 27 2025HEALTH

How City Life Affects Drinking Habits

Cities are changing fast. But how do these changes affect people's lives? A recent study looked into this. It checked how things like dirty air, busy roads, and not enough parks might lead to more drinking. The study covered 43 cities in China. It found that where you live can really change your hab

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