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Jan 01 2025HEALTH

Norovirus: A Quick Look at the Recent Surge

Norovirus is making people sick across the US, especially in December. This virus causes nasty symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea, and it's not related to the flu. It's so contagious that it can spread easily in places like restaurants and schools. In fact, a big event in Los Angeles recently made

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Jan 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrate 2025: Star-Studded Shows and Global Festivities

Another year is about to wrap up, and there's no shortage of ways to ring in 2025. "Dick Clark's New Year’s Rockin' Eve" on ABC kicks off at 8 PM EST with Ryan Seacrest and a lineup including Alanis Morissette, Rita Ora, and Carrie Underwood. ABC will stream the show on Hulu the next day. Over on CN

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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

Mayor Bowser and Trump: A New Era of Cooperation in DC?

Washington DC's Mayor Muriel Bowser had a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump, and she called it "great. " This is a big change from Trump's past statements about the city. During his campaign, he threatened to take over the district because of high crime rates. But now, it seems they have fou

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Dec 31 2024SCIENCE

Northern Lights May Light Up DC Sky for New Year’s Eve!

Ever had the chance to see the Northern Lights? Well, folks in the D. C. area might just get lucky! The sun is cooking up something special for our end-of-year celebration. A big space event called a geomagnetic storm is coming our way. This means the beautiful Northern Lights might be visible even

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

DC's Top Prosecutor Steps Down After Hunter Biden Case

Matthew Graves, the U. S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, is stepping down from his post. His resignation comes amidst controversy surrounding his handling of cases, particularly the one involving Hunter Biden. Graves decided not to press charges against Hunter Biden for tax evasion, despite

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Dec 29 2024HEALTH

Stomach Bug Alert: Norovirus is Back, and It's on the Rise!

You know those festive winter gatherings? Well, they might come with an unwanted guest this year – the norovirus. The U. S. has seen a spike in its outbreaks, especially in places where people are close, like schools and cruise ships. In the week ending Dec. 5, the count was at 91 outbreaks. That's

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Dec 29 2024CELEBRITIES

Meet Greg Gumbel: Sports Broadcaster and Family Man

Greg Gumbel, a famous sports broadcaster, passed away on December 27, 2024. He was 78 years old. His family shared the sad news on social media. They said he fought cancer bravely until the end. Greg had a long career in sports broadcasting that lasted over 50 years. People loved his voice and his w

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Dec 29 2024SPORTS

The Sad Loss of a Sports Broadcasting Legend: Greg Gumbel's Legacy Lives On

Greg Gumbel, a beloved figure in sports broadcasting, has passed away at the age of 78. His death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from notable figures in the sports world, including Magic Johnson and Jemele Hill. Marcy and Michele Gumbel, his wife and daughter, announced his peaceful passing a

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

President-Elect Trump's Swords at Public Media: NPR and PBS Brace for Impact

Public media like NPR and PBS are facing some serious heat. Donald Trump, soon to be president, has been openly criticizing US media, including calls to strip CBS of its broadcast license and refusing interviews with 60 Minutes. But it’s the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which funds org

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Dec 28 2024CELEBRITIES

Legendary Sports Broadcaster Greg Gumbel Passes Away at 78

Greg Gumbel, a beloved figure in the sports broadcasting world, has left us at the age of 78. His family shared the sad news on Friday, detailing his brave fight against cancer. Known for his iconic voice and 50-year career, Gumbel worked for both CBS and NBC Sports. He anchored big events like the

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