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Dec 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Raccoon's Wild Night Out

In a bizarre turn of events, a raccoon decided to throw itself a party at a Virginia liquor store. The little critter broke in, helped itself to some drinks, and then passed out in the bathroom. Staff at the Ashland ABC store found the mess on Saturday morning. They discovered smashed bottles and sp

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Smartphones and Kids: What You Need to Know

Smartphones have become a big part of kids' lives. A recent study looked at how these devices affect children around the age of 12. The results show some concerning trends. Kids who had a smartphone at 12 were more likely to face health issues. These included depression, obesity, and not getting en

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Helping Elderly with Multiple Health Issues Through Digital Tools

Older adults often face a mix of health problems, known as multimorbidity. This can make life tough, as they need care that covers many areas at once. Digital health tools could be a big help, but creating the right ones is tricky. The main issue is figuring out exactly what these older adults need.

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Dec 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Emperor's Children: Why They Need a Healer

The Emperor's Children, a faction of Space Marines who turned traitor, have gotten a lot of new models lately. They have fancy leaders, tough soldiers, and even flying monsters. But there's one thing missing: a healer, or apothecary. In the game, when a soldier falls, they're gone. But other factio

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Pope's Stance on Venezuela: A Call for Dialogue Over Force

Pope Leo XIV, the first North American to hold the position, has made headlines again. This time, he's urging U. S. President Donald Trump to avoid using military force to remove Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from power. Instead, the Pope suggests seeking a peaceful agreement for Maduro to ste

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Dec 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

A Big Win for Nature: Salmon Come Back to Alameda Creek

After a long time, salmon are back in Alameda Creek. This is a big deal because it hasn't happened in 70 years. The creek is in a place called Sunol, and the salmon had to swim up a tall wall to get there. This shows that the environment is getting better. Salmon and steelhead trout are like nature

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Dec 03 2025SPORTS

Freshman's Big Shots Lead UNC to Victory Over Kentucky

The UNC basketball team pulled off a thrilling win against the Kentucky Wildcats, thanks to a standout performance by freshman Derek Dixon. In the final moments of the game, Dixon showed incredible composure, sinking a tough three-pointer and a crucial layup to secure the victory. His fearless attit

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Dec 03 2025WEATHER

Chilly Days Ahead: Massachusetts Braces for a Cold Snap

Massachusetts is in for a rollercoaster of weather this week, with a mix of snow, cold, and wind on the horizon. The snow that fell on Tuesday will be gone by Wednesday morning, but that's not the end of the wintry weather. The state will see sunshine and calm winds on Wednesday, but it won't be wa

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Dec 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Miley Cyrus and Maxx Morando: A New Chapter Begins

Miley Cyrus, the famous singer and actress, has been dating Maxx Morando for four years. Now, they have taken a big step forward. They are engaged! This news was shared by the New York Post's Page Six. The couple made their first public appearance as an engaged pair at the Los Angeles premiere of "A

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Dec 03 2025WEATHER

Sarasota's Weather: Chilly Nights, Sunny Days Ahead

Sarasota is in for a mix of weather this week. Nights will be cooler, but days will stay warm and pleasant. The recent cold snap that had some parts of Florida opening shelters is gone. But, evenings might still feel chilly. Daytime temperatures will be in the mid-to-high 70s. This is great for out

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