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Dec 09 2025BUSINESS

A New Wine Shop Opens in Marin County

A well-known wine business is making a move. Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, which has been around for 53 years, is opening a new store in Marin County. This is their first new retail spot since they opened in Berkeley way back in 1972. The new shop is in the Marin Country Mart shopping center in Larks

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Dec 09 2025HEALTH

Swapping Drinks: The California Sober Trend and Its Effects

The California sober trend is gaining traction, where people are choosing cannabis over alcohol. They believe this switch is healthier and might prevent them from using stronger drugs like opioids or meth. A recent study found that cannabis users did drink less alcohol and felt less urge to drink. H

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Dec 09 2025SCIENCE

A Journalist's Journey to the Moon and Beyond

A renowned science journalist has passed away at the age of 92. John Noble Wilford spent his career writing about incredible scientific achievements. He was there when humans first set foot on the moon. His words brought the excitement of that moment to life for readers everywhere. Wilford's report

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Dec 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Variety Shines at National Awards

Variety has done it again, taking home a whopping 20 awards at the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards. This is a big jump from the 14 they won last year. They won in all sorts of categories, from news and business reporting to commentary and photography. Chris Willman, their chief mu

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Dec 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Big Shift: How Streaming Giants Are Changing Movies

Movies have changed a lot over the years. Not all of it is good. The quality of movies has been going down. This is especially true for the regular movies that come out every weekend. They are often forgettable or just plain bad. This is not just an opinion. It is backed up by facts. The number of

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Utah's Initiative Process: A Balanced Approach to Democracy

Utah's system for citizen-led initiatives is often compared to California's, but this is misleading. The truth is, Utah's process is much more controlled and cautious. First, let's talk about the hurdles. To get an initiative on the ballot, sponsors need to collect a lot of signatures. We're talkin

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Dec 06 2025SPORTS

Max's Pole Position: A Race to Remember

Max Verstappen from Red Bull secured pole position in a thrilling qualifying session. His team made last-minute adjustments, and it paid off as he dominated the track. Yuki Tsunoda, his teammate, sacrificed his Q3 attempt to help Max get a tow, showing great teamwork. Despite starting in pole, Max k

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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

Hong Kong Tightens Grip on Foreign Media Ahead of Elections

Foreign journalists in Hong Kong got a stern warning from the local security office. They were called in to discuss recent news stories. The focus was on a big fire and upcoming elections. The officials said some reports were not accurate. They claimed these stories spread false information. They al

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Dec 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Meta's Mixed Reality Glasses Hit a Snag: What's the Hold-Up?

Meta has decided to slow down the launch of its new mixed reality glasses, nicknamed "Phoenix. " Originally set for the second half of 2026, the release is now pushed back to the first half of 2027. This delay was announced by Maher Saba, VP of Reality Labs Foundation, in a memo to employees. The re

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Dec 06 2025HEALTH

Breaking the Cycle: How Social Support Can Empower Women

In Australia, women often face a tough journey from childhood to adulthood. Many who grow up with struggles in life, like poverty or health issues, find it hard to escape these challenges as they get older. This is especially true for women, who deal with more obstacles than men. A recent study loo

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