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Mar 14 2025SPORTS

Duke's Star Duo Faces March Madness Hurdles

Duke University's basketball team faced a tough blow during their ACC Tournament game. Cooper Flagg, a standout freshman, went for a rebound and landed awkwardly, injuring his left ankle. The injury was severe enough that he had to be taken off the court in a wheelchair. The team's defensive star

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Mar 14 2025CRIME

A Tragic Case of Neglected Cries

In a small town in New York, a series of calls to law enforcement went unnoticed. Patty’s Lodge, a hotel in Canandaigua, New York, was the scene of a horrifying crime. A 24-year-old transgender Black man, Sam Nordquist, was tortured and killed in Room 22. The police were called to the hotel eight

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Mar 14 2025SPORTS

NFL Free Agency 2025: Big Moves and Big Questions

The NFL's 2025 free agency period has kicked off with a bang, and teams are already making waves. The Seattle Seahawks snatched up Sam Darnold to replace Geno Smith, who was traded to the Las Vegas Raiders. The New York Jets made a bold move by signing Justin Fields, leaving Aaron Rodgers in the dus

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Amazon vs. FTC: A Confusing Back-and-Forth

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently found itself in a puzzling situation involving Amazon. Initially, the FTC claimed it couldn't pursue a case against Amazon due to significant budget and resource cuts. These cuts were part of a broader effort by the Department of Government Efficiency to r

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Mar 14 2025SPORTS

How Unrivaled is Changing the Game for Women's Basketball

In the world of women's basketball, a new league called Unrivaled has emerged, shaking things up. It all started with a casual meeting between Breanna Stewart, a star player for the New York Liberty, and Alex Bazzell, husband of Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier. Bazzell pitched an idea to Stewar

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Mar 14 2025SPORTS

Duke's Big Problem: Cooper Flagg's Injury and the ACC Tournament

The ACC Tournament took an unexpected turn when Duke's star freshman Cooper Flagg got injured. He sprained his ankle during the first half of Duke's game against Georgia Tech. This left many wondering how it would affect the team's performance in the upcoming semifinal against North Carolina.

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Hostage Release: Edan Alexander's Freedom and the Ongoing Struggle

Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old Israeli-American, has been held captive in the Gaza Strip for 525 days. Hamas finally agreed to release him along with the bodies of four other hostages. This decision comes as a result of ongoing talks in Qatar aimed at extending the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. The bodi

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Trump's Economy Hits a Rough Patch

The economy is a hot topic right now, and it's causing some headaches for President Trump and his Republican allies. The stock market has been on a downward spiral, and many experts are worried about a potential recession. Trump's approach to the economy, which includes imposing tariffs and cutting

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Mar 14 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Love Gone Wrong: A $2, 500 Lesson

Cryptocurrency scams are on the rise, and they can happen to anyone. After a liver transplant, a woman from Boston found herself spending a lot of time alone. She turned to dating apps to connect with others. That's where she met David, or so she thought. David was charming and good-looking. He was

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Mar 14 2025BUSINESS

Local Legends and Rising Stars: 2025 Business Honors

In St. Cloud, Minnesota, a few businesses were recently celebrated for their achievements. The first was a bakery that started in 1998. Mike and DeNae Hiltner were introduced to Great Harvest Bread Company while on a trip to Montana. They learned about the franchise opportunity in Central Minnesot

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