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Nov 24 2025WEATHER

North Texas Braces for Potential Flooding as Storms Roll In

North Texas is on high alert as a weather system approaches, bringing with it a mix of rain and stormy conditions. This system, currently moving through the southwestern U. S. , is set to reach the Southern Plains by Sunday evening. Rainfall is expected to start in the western parts of the region on Sunday afternoon, with the rest of North Texas experiencing showers ...

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Nov 24 2025LIFESTYLE

Thanksgiving Travel: Tips to Dodge the Crowds and Weather Woes

Thanksgiving is coming up, and a lot of people are planning to travel. About 82 million folks are expected to go at least 50 miles from November 25 to December 1. That's a big jump from last year, with 1. 6 million more people on the move. Most will be driving, around 73. 2 million, which is also up from last year. Flying is another option, but it's not looking too ...

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Nov 24 2025WEATHER

Turkey Day Travel Trouble: Storms Might Ruin Your Plans

This week, a big storm is expected to hit many parts of the United States. It might make traveling for Thanksgiving a real headache for lots of people. Heavy rain, snow, and strong winds are in the forecast. This could cause big problems for folks trying to get to their loved ones. The storm is expected to start in the southwest, in places like New Mexico and Colora...

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Nov 24 2025BUSINESS

Minnesota's Economy: Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

Minnesota's economy is facing some tough times. Business leaders and lawmakers recently gathered to discuss these issues and find solutions. The state's economy is not growing as fast as it used to. It's falling behind in areas like technology, innovation, and attracting talent. One big problem is the slowing GDP growth. Minnesota used to be a leader, but now it's l...

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Nov 24 2025SPORTS

College Football Playoff: Who's In and Who's Out?

With just two weeks left in the college football season, the College Football Playoff (CFP) picture is starting to take shape. The Week 13 games didn't shake things up too much, but there were a few key matchups that gave us a better idea of who might make the cut. One of the biggest games of the week was Oregon's win over Southern California. This victory pretty mu...

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Nov 24 2025EDUCATION

Breaking Barriers: How Education is Changing Lives Behind Bars

In the heart of Michigan, a unique program is giving incarcerated women a second chance at life. Eastern Michigan University's College in Prison program is offering inmates at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility the opportunity to pursue bachelor's degrees and explore over 15 fields of study. This initiative is part of 13 educational partnerships with the ...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

A High-Profile Target in Beirut: Israel's Bold Move

Israel made a significant move recently by targeting and killing Haytham Ali Tabatabai, a top leader in Hezbollah. This wasn't just any leader; he was the group's acting military chief, second in command to the secretary-general. Israel's military confirmed his death, calling him a key figure in Hezbollah's operations since the 1980s. He had held important roles, lik...

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Nov 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Nintendo's Black Friday 2025: Games, Amiibo, and More on Sale!

Nintendo's Black Friday 2025 sale is now live, offering discounts on a variety of games, amiibo, and accessories. The sale includes popular titles like Super Mario Odyssey, which is ranked fourth on IGN's "Top 100 Nintendo Games of All Time, " for just $30. Other notable games on sale include Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Remake, Splatoon 3, Luigi Mansion 3, Ze...

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

College Football's Wild Ride: Who's In, Who's Out, and Who's Fighting for a Spot?

College football is heating up, and the stakes are higher than ever. With the College Football Playoff (CFP) spots up for grabs, teams are fighting tooth and nail to secure their place. The ACC is a mess, with three teams tied at the top. Virginia, SMU, and Pittsburgh all have just one conference loss, and Miami is still hoping for an at-large spot. It's anyone's gam...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

G20 Summit: A Missed Opportunity for the US and Global Unity

The G20 summit in Johannesburg wrapped up with a notable absence: the United States. This wasn't just any absence; it was the next president of the G20, the U. S. , skipping out on the event. President Donald Trump's administration decided to boycott the entire two-day event, which was supposed to bring together leaders from the world's richest and top developing eco...

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