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Dec 05 2025WEATHER

When Do Schools Shut Down Due to Cold Weather?

Schools in the Chicago area face a tough choice when a cold front hits. Should they stay open or close to keep students safe? There's no simple answer. It's not just about how cold it is. Many things come into play. First, schools look at how bad the weather is. Is it just cold, or are there danger

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Dec 05 2025LIFESTYLE

Big Bear Mountain Resort Kicks Off Ski Season with Perfect Weather

Big Bear Mountain Resort is now open for the season! The weather on opening day was just right. Temperatures stayed in the low 40s, and the sun came out, making the skies a beautiful deep blue. It was a great start to the ski season. People from all over Southern California showed up. Some even cam

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Dec 05 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Pittsburgh's Stars Shine Bright in The Nutcracker

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's "The Nutcracker" is a beloved holiday tradition that has been enchanting audiences since 1969. This year, the show is even more special with a record number of local celebrities joining the cast. Seventeen familiar faces from sports, TV, and politics will make appearances

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Dec 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

What's Buzzing in 2025? Google's Top Searches Revealed

In 2025, the world's curiosity was piqued by some unexpected things. Google's annual search report showed that "Gemini, " Google's AI chatbot, was the most searched term. This beat out big news like the India vs. England match, Charlie Kirk, and even another AI tool called DeepSeek. The report also

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

Europe's Military Mobility Challenge: Time is of the Essence

Europe is finally stepping up its defense game, but there's a big hurdle to overcome: getting military gear where it needs to go, fast. While many NATO members are boosting their defense budgets, the real test is mobility. Imagine trying to move troops and equipment across Europe quickly—it's not as

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Dec 05 2025OPINION

How Bridgestone is Changing Lives in Akron

Bridgestone Americas is making a big difference in Akron, Nashville, and Cleveland. They have teamed up with United Way to tackle serious issues like hunger and homelessness. Since 2015, they have raised over $17 million for United Way in these cities. But Bridgestone didn't stop at fundraising. Th

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Dec 05 2025FINANCE

Kenya and the US Make a Big Deal to Fight Hunger

Kenya and the United States have just made a big deal. They are going to swap a huge amount of money to help Kenya with its food problems. This is not just any deal. It is a $1 billion swap. That is a lot of money! Kenya has a lot of debt. It is struggling to pay it all back. This deal will help Ke

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Dec 05 2025FINANCE

Speeding Up the Game: UK's New Plan for Fintech Startups

The UK is making a big move to help fintech startups grow faster. They're introducing a new system that lets these companies start operating sooner. This is part of a bigger plan to make things easier for businesses and boost the economy. Right now, startups have to wait a long time to get full app

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Dec 05 2025FINANCE

Austria's Big Move to Cut Energy Bills

Austria is stepping up to ease the burden of high energy costs. They've set aside a whopping 500 million euros, about $584 million, to make things easier for both families and businesses. This money is coming from three different state-owned companies. First, there's BIG, a real estate company, put

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Dec 05 2025SPORTS

Gift Ideas for Sports Fans: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Sports Cards

Sports cards are becoming more and more popular. They are a great gift for sports fans. But how do you pick the right ones? There are a lot of options out there. First, think about what kind of sports the person likes. Baseball, basketball, football, soccer, and hockey are all popular choices. Each

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