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Dec 20 2024BUSINESS

Nike CEO: We Forgot About Sports!

Nike's boss, Elliott Hill, recently admitted that the sports giant has lost its focus on sports, much to the surprise of investors. After a brief surge in shares, the company's stock took a nosedive when Hill forecasted a double-digit drop in revenue for the coming quarter. Hill, who took over in Oc

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Boosting Kids' Body Confidence with Media Magic

Imagine being just a tiny tot, glued to a screen, seeing ideal bodies everywhere. It's no surprise this can make kids feel less good about their own bodies or even judge others. But what if we used those same screens to spread positive body messages? That's exactly what some clever folks are trying

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Dec 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Sonic 3's Big Preview Night, Mufasa's Decent Start

Last night, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 zoomed ahead with a impressive $6. 5 million in previews. Disney's Mufasa also did well, pulling in $3. 3 million. These numbers are the highest ever for a Sonic movie, beating the previous installment's $5 million Thursday night previews and overall $6. 25 million.

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Dec 20 2024BUSINESS

Yamaha's New Move in Silicon Valley: A $50M Investment in Music Tech

In 2025, Yamaha is making big waves in the world of music tech. They're setting up a new company in Silicon Valley called Yamaha Music Innovations LLC. This isn't just a office, it's a powerhouse designed to find and invest in the best music startups. Yamaha wants to get in on the ground floor of th

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Dec 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Innovating Wisely: How Digital Leaders Can Succeed in 2025's Tech Boom

2025 is set to be a big year for tech. AI is evolving rapidly, with agentic AI ready to shake things up. Tech leaders also need to handle demands for automation, machine learning, and AR. So, how can digital leaders navigate these challenges? Four experts share their tips. First, think like a busin

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Dec 20 2024ENVIRONMENT

Oakland Airport Redevelopment Under Fire from Environmental Group

An environmental group called Communities for Better Environment has filed a lawsuit against the Port of Oakland. They say the Environmental Impact Report for the Oakland Airport's terminal redevelopment doesn't fully consider the harm it could cause to East Oakland communities. These communities ar

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Dec 20 2024CRIME

Two Decades Later: Mall Kidnapper Finally Brought to Justice

In an incredible turn of events, a jury convicted a 67-year-old man last week for a 1994 kidnapping at the Oakridge Mall, thanks to a cold-case investigation that relied on DNA evidence. Thomas John Loguidice was found guilty of felony kidnapping with the intent to rob, after he was linked to the cr

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Dec 20 2024CELEBRITIES

Missing Royals: Who Skipped the Annual Christmas Lunch?

King Charles III recently hosted his annual pre-Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace, inviting about 70 family members. But not everyone showed up. Prince William, Kate Middleton, and their kids were among the missing faces. The king's brother, Prince Andrew, also decided to skip the event, and his

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Dec 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Seeing AI's Thoughts: Google's New Approach

Ever wondered what it would be like to watch a machine work through problems, just like a friend would? Google's DeepMind has created a new AI, Gemini 2. 0 Flash Thinking, that lets you do just that. Although it doesn't think like humans, it can break down complex issues into smaller parts, similar

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Videogames on the Move: Do They Boost College Mental Health?

College life can be a mix of excitement and stress that directly impacts students' mental well-being. Amidst this complexity, active video games (AVGs) have become a popular pastime among college students, offering both entertainment and a potential tool to enhance mental health. The focus on AVGs h

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