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Dec 23 2025WEATHER

North Texas Christmas: Warmth Over Winter Chills

North Texas is in for a warm Christmas, with temperatures soaring into the 70s and 80s. This is way above the usual chill expected at the end of the year. Overnight lows are also staying warm, hovering in the low 60s. The sun will shine brightly, making the days feel even hotter. Winds will blow st

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Dec 23 2025HEALTH

When Flies Take Over: A Look at a Severe Case of Maggot Infestation

A man without a home, battling alcohol addiction, ended up in the emergency room with shakes, restlessness, and pain all over. Doctors quickly realized he had a serious brain injury and needed emergency surgery. But that was just the start of his problems. After the operation, they found something s

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Dec 23 2025FINANCE

AI in Finance: A Game-Changer for CFOs

AI is making big waves in finance, and CFOs are taking notice. With investments in generative AI expected to hit $644 billion globally by 2025, it's clear that this technology is here to stay. But how can finance teams use AI to their advantage? One company, Trintech, is using AI as a training part

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Dec 23 2025FINANCE

A Surprise Bonus for Investors: What's Behind It?

Investors in Bain Capital Specialty Finance, Inc. got a nice surprise recently. The company's board decided to give out an extra $0. 15 for each share. This bonus payday is set for January 26, 2026, but only for those who own shares by December 31, 2025. So, why the extra cash? The company made mor

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Colorado's Tough Climate: Fire, Floods, and Politics

Colorado has faced a tough time recently. Wildfires and floods have caused a lot of damage. The state's governor, Jared Polis, thinks the federal government is not helping enough. He believes President Trump is playing politics with disaster aid. Polis said that people in Colorado need help. He urg

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Dec 23 2025SPORTS

DK Metcalf's Moment: What Really Happened in Detroit?

DK Metcalf, the talented wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, was in Detroit for a big game. The Steelers won, but all the talk after the match wasn't about the score. It was about a fight Metcalf had with a fan just before halftime. At first, it looked like Metcalf threw a punch. People saw

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Open Space Agreements: What Happens When They Expire?

In Virginia, a recent advisory opinion from the Attorney General's office has clarified an important point about open space agreements. These agreements are deals where landowners promise to keep their land open and natural. In return, they get tax breaks. The big question was: what happens when the

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Dec 23 2025OPINION

Millennials: The New Old Generation?

Millennials are feeling the pinch of age, and it's not just about numbers. It's about culture, relevance, and the stark realization that the world is moving on without them. The shift is subtle but unmistakable. Young adults, now in their late 20s to mid-40s, find themselves at a crossroads. They're

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Dec 23 2025CRIME

A Colorado Funeral Home's Dark Secrets Unveiled

In a shocking turn of events, a Colorado judge has accepted guilty pleas from the owners of a funeral home. The owners admitted to mistreating 191 bodies. These bodies were left in a building without proper care for years. The owners, Carie and Jon Hallford, ran the Return to Nature Funeral Home in

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Dec 23 2025WEATHER

A Puzzle in the Gulf: The Search for Two Fishermen

Two men vanished while fishing off the coast of Naples, Florida, on December 19. The weather that night was calm, with light winds and clear skies. This has left many wondering what happened to them. The missing men, Randall Spivey and his nephew Brandon Billmaier, were on a 42-foot boat called "Un

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