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Dec 24 2025SPORTS

Is Kansas City's New Stadium a Win or a Loss for Taxpayers?

Kansas is investing a massive amount of money into a new stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs. The total cost is expected to be around $3 billion, with the state contributing a significant portion of that, approximately $1. 8 billion. This is a lot of public funds being allocated to a private sports t

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Dec 24 2025SPORTS

Where Will the Royals Play Next? A Big Choice Ahead

The Kansas City Chiefs are moving to a new stadium in Kansas. This has put the spotlight on the Royals. They need to decide where to play after their lease at Kauffman Stadium ends in 2031. The Royals' owner wants a downtown ballpark. But plans have hit roadblocks. Last year, voters in Jackson Coun

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Dec 24 2025WEATHER

South Bend's Leaf Cleanup: What You Need to Know

South Bend is getting ready to tackle those pesky leaves again. The city's leaf cleanup crew is set to start back up on December 24th. But remember, this is only if the weather plays nice. They'll begin with Zone 7 and move on to the next areas once they're done. Earlier in December, the leaf clean

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Dec 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Graphene's Big Step Forward: Smaller, Faster, and More Powerful Energy Storage

Scientists have made a big leap in energy storage technology. They've found a way to tweak graphene to create a material that can hold and deliver energy more efficiently. This new material, called multiscale reduced graphene oxide (M-rGO), could be a game-changer for devices that need quick bursts

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Dec 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

River Projects Get a Boost from Local Grants

Money is flowing into the Quad-Cities area to support projects along the river. Several groups have been given grants to work on these initiatives. The funds will help improve the river's environment and make it a better place for people to enjoy. The grants come from different sources, including p

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Dec 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Timothee Chalamet's Risky Ride in Marty Supreme

In the movie "Marty Supreme, " Timothee Chalamet plays Marty Mauser, a character who is a lot like Howard Ratner from "Uncut Gems. " Both are Jewish New Yorkers who love taking big risks. Marty is a table tennis player who thinks he can win big if he just keeps betting. The movie is set in 1952 and

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Dec 22 2025SCIENCE

How a Growth Booster Helps Eggplants Fight Lead Poisoning

Lead is a big problem for plants. It's everywhere and it's bad for them. It can make plants grow poorly and not produce as much food. But there's a helper called gibberellic acid, or GA3 for short. It's like a growth booster for plants. Scientists wanted to see if GA3 could help eggplants fight agai

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Dec 22 2025SPORTS

Gardner Minshew: The Man Behind the Mustache

Gardner Minshew II is more than just a quarterback with a famous mustache. He's a guy who's made a name for himself in the NFL, and people are curious about what makes him tick. Born in Flowood, Mississippi, in 1996, Minshew grew up in Brandon, Mississippi, where he started playing football. He was

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Dec 22 2025CELEBRITIES

Taylor Swift's Sweatshirt Sparks Small Business Boom

Taylor Swift's influence stretches far beyond her music, impacting small businesses and communities. A small boutique in Liberty, Missouri, called Love Letters, experienced a sudden surge in popularity after Swift wore one of their vintage Kansas City sweatshirts in her docuseries. Fans quickly iden

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Dec 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cartagena's Horse Carriages Face Modern Makeover

Cartagena, a beautiful city in Colombia, is known for its historic charm and iconic horse-drawn carriages. These carriages have been a major part of the city's tourism for many years, offering tourists a unique way to explore the city's colonial architecture and vibrant streets. However, the city go

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