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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

Politicians Blame Border Policies for New Orleans Attack, Despite Facts

President-elect Donald Trump and his Republican allies in Congress have pointed fingers at President Joe Biden's border policies following the tragic New Orleans truck attack. However, the truth is that the attacker, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, is a U. S. citizen and an Army veteran. Initially, Fox News wro

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Jan 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

January 2025: Gaming Highlights You Can't Miss

As a new year rolls in, it's time to dive into some awesome games! Sure, January is often a breather before the big releases in February, but that doesn't mean there's nothing exciting to play. Let's check out what's on the gaming calendar for January 2025. From Spider-Man 2 on PC to lesser-known Pl

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Jan 01 2025SPORTS

College Football Playoff's Quarterfinal Showdowns: Predictions and Insights

Get ready for a thrilling start to 2025 as the College Football Playoff (CFP) quarterfinals kick off! The action begins on New Year's Eve with Penn State facing Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl. FOX Sports analyst Joel Klatt has made his picks for these high-stakes matchups. Klatt predicts Penn State

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Dec 31 2024BUSINESS

Investment Firm Eyes Sale for Vivid Seats

Raymond James has given Vivid Seats (SEAT) an "Outperform" rating with a $5 price target. This comes after Bloomberg reported that the company might be up for sale. Vivid Seats has received interest from private equity firms, not strategic buyers. This situation is similar to Integral Ad Science's (

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

The Unforgettable Legacy of President Jimmy Carter

On December 29, 2024, the United States lost a monumental figure with the passing of James Earl "Jimmy" Carter Jr. , the 39th President. A man defined by his character, courage, and compassion, Carter left an indelible mark on our nation and the world. Born into humble beginnings as the son of a fa

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Dec 31 2024SPORTS

A Groundbreaking Moment: Becky Hammon Makes NBA History

In the world of sports, history was made on November 22, 2020. Becky Hammon, an assistant coach for the San Antonio Spurs, stepped into the limelight when she became the first female to coach an NBA game. This remarkable event happened after the Spurs' head coach, Gregg Popovich, was ejected during

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Dec 31 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Terminator: A Nightmare That Became a Classic

You might think that James Cameron's "The Terminator" just sprang into existence, fully formed and ready to awe audiences. But the truth is, even a visionary like Cameron had some inspiration. In 1984, he had a nightmare about a chrome robot emerging from flames, and that image became the foundation

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Dec 31 2024LIFESTYLE

Rhode Island's Top Baby Names: Charlotte and Liam Take the Lead

In the small state of Rhode Island, baby names have been following a clear trend over the past few years. For the third consecutive year, Charlotte has been the most popular name for girls. This year, there's a new king of the hill for boys: Liam. The health department shared this exciting news on M

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Dec 30 2024SPORTS

Vikings' Darnold Proves Clutch in Close Games

For 97 years, the record for the highest winning percentage in one-score NFL games was held by Hall of Fame coach Guy Chamberlin. His impressive streak included four titles and a 22-7-7 record in close games. That marker is now within reach for Kevin O’Connell, the current Vikings coach, who has a .

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Dec 30 2024HEALTH

Health Survey in Asthma: A Fresh Look at Time and Words

Researchers are exploring new ways to track time and describe symptoms in people with asthma and other lung diseases. They're using a mix of methods to find the best approach. One tool they're testing is the EQ-5D-5L, a health survey that asks about daily life activities, pain or discomfort, anxiety

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