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Dec 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Crime Stories That Keep You Hooked: Top Picks for a Weekend Watch

Crime stories don't always need many seasons to be good. Sometimes, a short series can be just as exciting. These shows have a clear start, middle, and end. They are perfect for a weekend binge or a few late nights. Netflix has some great crime miniseries. They offer the same thrill as long-running

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Dec 23 2025SCIENCE

Soft Matter: Two Decades of Scientific Exploration

In the world of science, some journals stand out as pioneers. One such journal is Soft Matter. It has been around for 20 years. This is a big deal. Soft Matter focuses on materials that are neither solid nor liquid. These materials are everywhere. They are in our food, our bodies, and even in some h

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Dec 23 2025EDUCATION

University Makes Tough Cuts to Balance the Books

A university is making some big changes to its course offerings. They are saying goodbye to four degree programs. This is not a small deal. It is a big step to fix a money problem. The university has a budget gap of $4. 5 million. That is a lot of money. They need to find a way to make ends meet. T

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Dec 23 2025EDUCATION

Unlocking Reading Success: Milwaukee Schools Take a Closer Look

Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has been on a journey to improve reading skills among students. The district has been trying to use the science of reading (SOR), but it hasn't been easy. James Ferguson, a school board director, wanted to know why. He turned to Tina Owen-Moore, the district's board cl

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Dec 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

When Complaining About a Game You Pirated Backfires

A Steam user recently learned a tough lesson about pirating games. They were vocal about issues in Farthest Frontier, a medieval city-builder sim with farming and survival elements. The game, developed by Crate Entertainment, has been well-received since its October release. The user, BigBadAss33,

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Nicki Minaj's Surprise Advice at AmericaFest

Nicki Minaj made a surprise appearance at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest. She spoke to a huge crowd about young men needing good role models. She mentioned President Trump and Vice President Vance as examples. Minaj also had a funny slip-up when she called Vance an "assassin. " She meant it as slan

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Dec 23 2025BUSINESS

Tech Firm Seeks Investment for Growth and Acquisition

Turnium Technology Group Inc. is looking to raise up to $4. 65 million through a new offering. Each unit in this offering costs $1, 000 and includes a secured debenture and 4, 000 share purchase warrants. The debentures come with a 16% annual interest rate and are secured by the company's assets. Th

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Dec 22 2025CRIME

A Year of Shadows: Unraveling the Taipei Attack

In a city known for its safety, a shocking event unfolded. A man, later identified as Chang Wen, took the lives of three people and injured eleven more in a brutal attack. He used knives and grenades, striking at a metro station and nearby streets before meeting his end on the fifth floor of a depar

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Dec 22 2025WEATHER

California's Holiday Deluge: A State Under Water

California is in for a wet holiday season, with heavy rain and flooding causing chaos across the state. The situation has already turned deadly, with one person losing their life in Redding due to the extreme weather. The city's mayor confirmed the tragic news, mentioning that emergency services are

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Dec 22 2025WEATHER

Northern California Faces Flooding After Heavy Rains

Northern California experienced severe flooding after heavy rains hit the region on Sunday. The downpour caused flash floods, leading to at least one fatality. Redding, a city with around 94, 000 residents, was one of the worst-hit areas. Shasta County saw up to six inches of rain, causing signific

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