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Nov 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Festive Fun at Riverside Theatre: A Holiday Tradition

Riverside Theatre has long been a hub for holiday cheer on the Treasure Coast. For many years, the Festival of Trees/Winterfest marked the start of the festive season. This event brought together families, artists, and community members to celebrate the holidays in style. The festival was a feast f

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Nov 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

How AI Judges Rate AI: A Closer Look

AI judges are now used to rate other AI systems. This is helpful, but it's not perfect. The judges can be biased and inconsistent. Past studies have tried to measure how reliable these AI judges are. But they often miss the mark. They don't explain their metrics well. They also don't tackle the issu

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Nov 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Boosting AI Accuracy with Smart Search

Large Language Models (LLMs) are like super-smart robots that can chat, write, and even create stories. But sometimes, they make stuff up. It's like asking a friend for directions, and they send you to a place that doesn't exist. To fix this, scientists have come up with a clever idea: they combine

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Nov 14 2025EDUCATION

Utah's Education Crossroads: Is Efficiency Worth Losing Community Schools?

Utah is at a turning point in public education. The Granite School District is considering closing Eastwood Elementary. This is not just about one school. It's about what Utah values in its education system. Eastwood Elementary has been a cornerstone of the Millcreek community for over 60 years. Ma

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Nov 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Jim Gaffigan Honored with First-Ever Comedy Vanguard Award

Jim Gaffigan is set to receive the first Comedy Vanguard Award from Variety and the New York Comedy Festival. This award is given to him for his significant contributions to comedy and his support for fellow comedians. The award ceremony will take place on November 9th at the Upright Citizens Brigad

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Nov 13 2025HEALTH

FDA Speeds Up Approval for Rare Disease Treatments

The FDA has introduced a new approach to get treatments for rare genetic diseases to patients faster. Normally, drugs need to go through big, time-consuming studies. But now, for some serious conditions, smaller studies might be enough. This new method focuses on the science behind the treatment an

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

Tech Firm Shares the Wealth with Investors

A well-known tech company has decided to share some of its success with its investors. They've announced a small but meaningful dividend of six cents per share. This payment is scheduled for December 15, 2025, but only for those who own shares by November 28, 2025. This move shows that the company

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Nov 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Steam Machine: Valve's New Gaming Powerhouse

Valve is back with a new gaming device that might just shake up the console world. This time, it's not just another handheld. The Steam Machine is a compact, powerful gaming console designed for your living room. It's like a supercharged version of the Steam Deck, but built for your TV. The Steam M

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Nov 12 2025LIFESTYLE

A Close Call: Waves, Winds, and a Shark

Andy McDonald, a seasoned windsurfer from Australia, had an unexpected encounter with a shark off the west coast. The incident was caught on camera, showing the shark suddenly appearing and knocking McDonald off his board. He described the impact as powerful, like being hit by a freight train, and h

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Nov 12 2025EDUCATION

Is College Still Worth the Cost in the AI Age?

The world is changing fast, and so is the job market. With AI taking over many tasks, people are starting to wonder if a college degree is still worth the huge cost. Some experts think that the traditional college path might not be the best choice anymore. A few years ago, getting a degree in compu

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