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Aug 02 2025POLITICS

Public Broadcasting Faces Uncertain Future

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is shutting down. This is a big deal. The organization announced it will stop most of its work by the end of September. This comes after Congress decided to cut $1. 1 billion in funding. The CPB helps local radio and TV stations. It also supports PBS an

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Aug 02 2025SPORTS

ESPN and NFL Join Forces in a Big Money Move

ESPN and the NFL have just made a huge deal. It's not official yet, but it's expected to be announced soon. The NFL is giving ESPN control of some of its top media assets, like RedZone and NFL Network. In return, the NFL will get a big chunk of ESPN's equity, possibly worth billions. This deal has

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Aug 01 2025POLITICS

Public Broadcasting Faces Uncertain Future After Funding Cut

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is winding down its operations after losing federal funding, a move that could have big ripples. This group, which has been around for nearly 60 years, helps support public media, including PBS and NPR. Most of the CPB's staff will be let go by the end

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Jul 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Riding into the Future: Can Spain Balance Bikes and Cars?

Spain is witnessing a growing number of cyclists, but is the infrastructure ready for this change? This is a hot topic, and the main concern is whether bikes and cars can coexist safely on the roads. Looking at the facts, a recent study looked at 50 areas in Spain over ten years. The findings show

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Jul 14 2025SPORTS

Apple's Big Move into Formula 1 Racing

Apple is making a significant play to bring Formula 1 racing to its streaming platform, Apple TV+. The tech giant has reportedly placed a substantial bid of $150 million for the rights to broadcast Formula 1 races in the United States. This move comes as a surprise to many, especially since the curr

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Jul 12 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Journey of Michael Grady: From Local Radio to NBA Fame

Michael Grady is a familiar voice in NBA broadcasts, but his background remains a mystery to many fans. Born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, Grady started his career in local radio, working his way up from producing shows to becoming an executive producer. His big break came when he became the

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Jul 07 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Laurie Metcalf and Micah Stock Bring Chicago Hit to Broadway

A new play is coming to Broadway this fall. It's called "Little Bear Ridge Road. " The story is about a sharp-tongued aunt and her long-lost nephew. They meet again in a small Idaho town. The two have a lot of history to sort out. The play is funny and emotional. It's about two people trying to conn

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Jul 07 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rains Cause Chaos in Orange County

Orange County faced serious problems due to heavy rain from Tropical Depression Chantal. The rain led to flash floods, forcing people to leave their homes and closing many roads. Chapel Hill, a town in Orange County, warned residents about the floods. By 9 p. m. , first responders started evacuatin

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Jul 07 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rain Leaves North Carolina Counties Underwater

North Carolina faced severe flooding after Tropical Depression Chantal dumped a lot of rain in central parts of the state. The rain caused serious damage, leading to states of emergency in Moore and Orange counties. Many roads and highways were closed due to the flooding. A section of Interstate 40

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Jul 04 2025SCIENCE

Predicting Road Wear in Hot Climates: A Smart Approach

In hot and humid places, roads take a beating. The main issue is something called rutting, where tire tracks get deep over time. This is a big deal because it affects how we plan road maintenance. But predicting this has been tricky. A group of researchers decided to tackle this problem. They gathe

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