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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Christmas Clash: Commanders and Cowboys Face Off Without Key Players

The Commanders are missing a key player for their Christmas Day showdown with the Cowboys. Chris Rodriguez, their second-leading rusher, is out due to illness. He was listed as questionable earlier in the day. This is a big blow for the Commanders' offense. Rodriguez has been a standout this season

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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Christmas Day Quarterback Surprises: Meet the Unlikely Heroes

Christmas Day in the NFL is usually a big deal, with top teams and star quarterbacks stealing the show. But this year, things are quite different. Out of the six teams playing, only one is still in the running for the playoffs. The others? Well, they're just hanging on. Injuries have really shaken

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Dec 26 2025WEATHER

Rainy Christmas Brings Relief and Risks to Southern California

Southern California saw a mix of relief and trouble during Christmas. Heavy rain finally eased up, but the ground is still soaked. This means flooding and mudslides could still happen, especially in areas burned by recent fires. The mayor of Los Angeles declared a state of emergency. A flood watch

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Dec 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Lucky Strike in Arkansas: The Powerball Jackpot

In the world of lotteries, the Powerball in the US is a big deal. It's not just any lottery; it's one that spans 45 states, plus Washington DC, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. Players pick five numbers from 1 to 69 and a "Powerball" number from 1 to 26. The odds of winning are slim, but someone

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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Knicks Star and Girlfriend Celebrate Love and Victory

Karl-Anthony Towns had a Christmas to remember. The New York Knicks player not only helped his team secure a thrilling 126-124 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers but also shared some personal news. Towns and his longtime girlfriend, Jordyn Woods, announced their engagement on Instagram. The post fe

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Dec 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Unexpected Journey of a Virus and a Dream

In the early 1990s, a small computer virus named Virus Málaga quietly spread across the computers at Málaga’s Polytechnic School. It was mostly harmless, but it sparked a passion in a young student named Bernardo Quintero. His teacher challenged him to create an antivirus for the 2610-byte program,

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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Christmas Football Showdown: What You Need to Know

Christmas Day isn't just about presents and turkey anymore. Football has snuck its way into the holiday fun. This year, three big games are happening. Let's break it down. First up, the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders face off. This game kicks off at 1 p. m. ET. You can catch it on Netflix

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Dec 26 2025BUSINESS

The Big Lesson from Buffett's Berkshire Blunder

Warren Buffett, the famous investor, once called his purchase of Berkshire Hathaway his "biggest mistake. " He bought the company in 1962, thinking it was a cheap stock. But it turned out to be a bad investment in a failing textile business. He held onto it for years, even though it wasn't doing wel

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Dec 26 2025HEALTH

Why Skipping Surgical Checklists Can Be Risky

Surgery is a high-stakes game. Every year, countless individuals undergo operations, placing their lives in the hands of medical professionals. But what if there's a straightforward way to enhance safety during these procedures? This is where the surgical safety checklist comes into play. It's akin

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Dec 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Florida's Hidden Green Treasures

Florida is famous for its theme parks and beaches, but it also has a lot of protected areas. About 67% of southern Florida is covered by national and state parks. That's around 3. 5 million acres of land and water south of Lake Okeechobee. Most people don't realize this when they visit Orlando or th

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