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Sep 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Norfolk's Big Plans: A Casino and More?

Norfolk is thinking big with a new waterfront casino. But it's not just about gambling. The city wants to turn this area into a hub for fun and nightlife. Sean Washington, who heads up economic development, sees a lot of potential. He points out that Norfolk already has a great baseball team and a f

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Sep 21 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Push for Security: Zelenskyy to Talk with Trump at UN

In the midst of ongoing conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet with U. S. President Donald Trump during the United Nations General Assembly. This meeting comes as Russia continues its aggressive strikes on Ukraine, with recent attacks killing at least three people and injur

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Sep 21 2025SCIENCE

The Tiny Protein That Supercharges Vitamin B2 in Yeast

In the realm of microorganisms, a specific type of yeast, Candida famata, stands out. This yeast has a unique ability to produce a significant amount of riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2. This vitamin is crucial for various cellular processes. Interestingly, when iron is in short supply, the yeas

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Sep 21 2025SCIENCE

Dark Matter's Elusive Nature: The Axion Puzzle

Dark matter is a cosmic mystery. It's everywhere but invisible. Scientists think it's way more common than the stuff we see. One idea is that dark matter is made of tiny, hypothetical particles called axions. These axions might turn into light when they pass through super-strong magnetic fields, lik

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Sep 21 2025SPORTS

A Fresh Face Takes the Field: Will Hammond's Breakthrough at Texas Tech

Football fans witnessed something special when Texas Tech faced off against Utah. The Red Raiders put on a show, winning 34-10. But the real story was the quarterback switch. Behren Morton, the usual starter, got hurt early on. That's when Will Hammond stepped in. He didn't just fill in; he took cha

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Sep 20 2025SCIENCE

A Hungry Black Hole Breaks the Rules

In the vast expanse of space, a black hole named RACS J0320-35 is causing quite a stir. This cosmic giant, born a mere 920 million years after the Big Bang, is growing at an astonishing rate. It's not just any growth spurt; this black hole is feasting on matter at 2. 4 times the speed that scientist

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Sep 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Bill Maher Stands Up for Jimmy Kimmel, Criticizes ABC

Bill Maher, known for his sharp wit, recently defended his fellow talk show host Jimmy Kimmel on his HBO show, "Real Time. " Maher didn't hold back when criticizing ABC, the network that suspended Kimmel's show after some controversial comments. Maher, who knows a thing or two about being canceled,

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Sep 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tech Troubles Ground Flights, Stranding Travelers

A major tech breakdown left thousands of people stuck at airports in the US. The problem started at two big airports in Dallas. A lot of flights were canceled or delayed. This happened because of issues with the telecoms system. The FAA said the system is old and needs updates. They also said that g

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Sep 20 2025POLITICS

A Divided House Honors Charlie Kirk

The House of Representatives recently passed a resolution to honor conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The vote was not unanimous, with a notable number of Democrats opposing it. This division reflects the growing political tensions in the country following Kirk's assassination. The resolution, whi

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Sep 20 2025WEATHER

Coastal B. C. Braces for a Wetter, Warmer Fall

The weather folks at Environment Canada have a heads-up for everyone along the south coast of B. C. This fall might be a bit different. It looks like temperatures and rainfall could be higher than usual. But why? First, let's talk about the ocean. The Pacific is super warm right now. This means tha

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