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Dec 22 2025CELEBRITIES

A Look at James Ransone's Life and Legacy

James Ransone, a familiar face in many TV shows and movies, has passed away at the age of 46. His death was confirmed by the Los Angeles Medical Examiner, who stated that it was a suicide. Ransone was known for his role as Ziggy in the popular TV series The Wire. He also appeared in other notable wo

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Dec 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Latest Update: One UI 8. 5 Beta Expands to More Users

Samsung has just rolled out the One UI 8. 5 beta to more countries. Initially, the beta was only available in four countries, but now it's also live in India and Poland. This update is for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra models. It comes with a big download size of over 4GB and inc

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Dec 22 2025WEATHER

Will Your Christmas Be Snowy? Check the Odds!

In the U. S. , the odds of a snowy Christmas depend a lot on where you live. The northern states, especially those near Canada, have the best shot at a white Christmas. Places like Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North Dakota are more likely to see snow on the ground on December 25th. Even parts of the No

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Dec 22 2025FINANCE

Choosing Between Hercules and Trinity Capital: A Smart Investor's Dilemma

Investing in business development companies (BDCs) can be a tricky business. Two names often come up in discussions: Hercules Capital and Trinity Capital. Both offer attractive dividends, but which one is the better pick? Let's break it down. Hercules Capital, often called HTGC, has been around for

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Dec 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Texas Bitcoin Mine: A Hot Spot from Space

High above, a heat-seeking satellite has captured a striking image of a massive Bitcoin mining facility in Rockdale, Texas. This facility, one of the largest in the U. S. , is known for its enormous energy appetite, consuming as much power as 300, 000 homes. The satellite, operated by a U. K. -based

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Cannabis Rescheduling: A Step Forward for Science and Economy

The recent executive order to reschedule cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III is a big deal. This move could change the game for the cannabis industry. It might ease some of the financial and regulatory hurdles that have been holding it back. For starters, this change could help with the bankin

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Dec 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

How AI is Changing Customer Service

A big company has just launched new AI tools to help brands improve their customer service. These tools are designed to make it easy for companies to add AI to their customer interactions. The AI agents can handle common tasks like answering questions, tracking orders, scheduling appointments, and p

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Portland's Housing Crisis: Can Affordable Living Be Fixed?

Portland is facing a big problem with affordable housing. Many people are struggling to find a place to live that they can afford. Ambrose Haynes is one of them. He spent months waiting for help, but it never came. He wanted to live in a place where the rent was not too high, but he couldn't find on

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Honeywell's Stock Takes a Dip: What's Happening?

Honeywell's stock took a hit recently. The company lowered its expectations for the fourth quarter and the full year. This change is due to a new way of organizing its business units, which will start in early 2026. There's also some legal trouble. Honeywell is in talks to settle a lawsuit related

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Dec 22 2025FINANCE

Smart Ways to Save for Retirement: Understanding 401(k)s and Roth IRAs

Retirement planning is crucial, especially since Social Security benefits alone won't cover living expenses. In 2025, the average monthly Social Security check is around $2, 000, which adds up to about $24, 000 a year. This amount is just above the poverty line for a two-person household. To secure

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