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Nov 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Top Picks: From Owls to Detectives, Your Weekend Plan is Set!

Hey there, folks! So, you're thinking about the holidays and want a sneak peek of what's on offer this weekend? Let's dive in! First up, we have an animated treat for the whole family. "An Almost Christmas Story, " based on a true tale, follows a little owl named Moon who befriends a lost girl call

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Nov 16 2024LIFESTYLE

Christmas Tree Grower Misses Big Moment Due to Health

Earl Albert from West Stockbridge, Massachusetts, has been through a tough time. He's the man who spent years growing the 74-foot tall Norway spruce that's this year's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. Sadly, he recently had a stroke and is in the hospital. His family says he might not see his belo

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Nov 16 2024SCIENCE

The Power of Color: How Learning Color Patterns Shapes Our Visual Attention

Did you know that our brains are super good at picking up on patterns in colors around us? Even when we're not really paying attention! Scientists wanted to see if learning these color patterns affects how quickly we spot something out of the ordinary. They did experiments where people had to find a

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

Learning to Live with Differences

For a while now, we've been hearing about the friendly campaigning style of Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. They were seen as a less harsh alternative compared to their opponents. Their supporters tried to mimic this approach. But when they lost, the pleasant demeanor v

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Nov 16 2024SCIENCE

Nitrogen's Effect on Coating Structure and Oxidation

Scientists discovered that CrAlSiN coatings with different nitrogen levels reacted differently when exposed to high temperatures. They found that coatings with about 42 to 45 atoms of nitrogen per 100 atoms had a mix of tiny crystals and a glassy-like structure. As nitrogen levels went past 52 atoms

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Nov 15 2024SPORTS

Why Coach Quinn's Big Call Didn't Pay Off

On Thursday night, the Washington Commanders faced the Philadelphia Eagles in a crucial division game. The Commanders' new head coach, Dan Quinn, made a big decision in the fourth quarter that didn't go as planned. Instead of kicking a field goal when they were down 12-10 and on the Eagles' 26-yard

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Nov 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Christmas Pageant No One Expected

Barbara Robinson's "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, " initially a magazine story turned novel in 1972, has been a holiday favorite for decades. The story's charm lies in its Roald Dahl-esque humor, with the Herdman kids, dubbed the "worst kids ever, " wreaking havoc in their town. This year, direct

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Nov 15 2024POLITICS

Could Trump Kick Trans Athletes Out of School Sports?

Remember when former President Trump wanted to keep trans athletes out of some school sports? He made it clear through his words and picks, like campaign surrogates. For instance, at an event with Fox News, Trump said, “The president bans it. You just don’t let it happen. Not a big deal. ” This got

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Nov 15 2024BUSINESS

Bankers Hope for Less Regulation Under Trump

After Donald Trump’s election victory, bankers like Jamie Dimon from JPMorgan Chase are thrilled. Dimon, speaking at the APEC CEO Summit in Peru, said bankers are “dancing in the street” because they expect President-elect Trump to ease regulations that have been tough on them. One big issue is the

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Nov 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Ghosts Season 4: Trevor's Big Break in Finance and Love

In the latest installment of the hit series "Ghosts, " the spirits at Woodstone Mansion are up to their old antics. This time, Alberta lends a helping hand to Sam, helping her conquer her stage fright. Meanwhile, Trevor and Sasappis are trying their luck with the ladies from a local theater group. T

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