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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

Week 13 NFL Picks: A Closer Look at the Games

Week 13 of the NFL season is packed with exciting matchups, and the betting lines tell a story of their own. The Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions are both fighting for playoff spots, making their game a must-watch. The Packers, despite injuries, have been solid defensively, while the Lions rely on short, quick passes. The Kansas City Chiefs face the Dallas Cowboys...

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Nov 26 2025BUSINESS

Uber's AI Training Gig: Short-Lived Opportunities

Uber has recently let go of a group of AI training contractors, ending their work two months earlier than initially promised. These workers were part of Project Sandbox, a program where Uber provides AI training services to other companies, specifically Google in this case. Around a dozen contractors were involved, though the exact number affected is unclear. The wo...

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Nov 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Black Friday Steal: AirPods Pro 3 at an All-Time Low!

Apple's latest earbuds, the AirPods Pro 3, have just hit a record low price of $220 during the Black Friday sales. This is the biggest discount since they first came out, making it a great time to grab these high-tech earbuds. The AirPods Pro 3 are packed with upgrades that make them stand out. They offer better sound, longer battery life, and improved noise cancella...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

Unpacking the Controversial Ukraine Peace Proposal

A recent peace plan for Ukraine, linked to President Trump, has sparked global debate. Many believe it mirrors Russia's demands, leading to widespread criticism. This has put Ukrainian leaders in a tough spot, forcing the U. S. to rethink its strategy. The plan's origins and timing have raised eyebrows. It surfaced during a critical moment for Ukraine, adding pressu...

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Nov 26 2025SCIENCE

Mars: Tiny Lightning Strikes Detected by Perseverance Rover

Mars is full of surprises. The Perseverance rover, which has been exploring the red planet since 2021, recently made an unexpected discovery. Its microphone picked up signs of small lightning strikes caused by dust devils. These tiny electrical arcs, just a few centimeters long, were accompanied by audible shockwaves. This finding is a big deal because it provides di...

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Nov 26 2025LIFESTYLE

Swiss Innovation Wins Big with Customizable Reading Glasses

In a groundbreaking move, a Swiss startup has introduced a new way to customize reading glasses. The product, called read on light customized, was launched in September 2025 and has already won a prestigious award. The German Design Award 2026 in the category of Excellent Product Design – Lifestyle & Fashion was given to this innovation. The main feature of this pro...

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

Local Teams Shine in Early Basketball Rankings

Basketball fever is kicking off early in Colorado high schools. The state's activities association has just dropped its preseason rankings, and local teams are making some noise. Let's talk boys' basketball first. Sanford is sitting pretty at number two in Class 2A. Not too far behind, Centauri is holding down the seventh spot in Class 3A. And in Class 1A, Sierra Gr...

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Nov 26 2025WEATHER

Arizona's Weather Guide Takes a Final Bow

After centuries of guiding farmers and weather enthusiasts, the Farmers’ Almanac is wrapping up its journey. The 2026 edition will be the last, and the website will close its doors in December. Why? The financial hurdles of keeping up with today’s fast-paced media world have become too steep. Sandi Duncan and Peter Geiger, the almanac’s editor and editor emeritus, sh...

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Nov 26 2025SCIENCE

Sun's Cool Dark Plasma: A Cosmic Dance Captured

The sun, our home star, never fails to surprise. Recently, the European Space Agency's Solar Orbiter mission captured a stunning sight: a dark, arching structure of plasma, known as a solar prominence, rising from the sun's edge. This isn't just any old space photo; it's a rare glimpse into the sun's magnetic ballet. So, what's going on here? This dark plasma is coo...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

Thanksgiving Turkeys Get a Second Chance

President Donald Trump made news on Tuesday, not just for pardoning two turkeys, but also for hinting at a potential peace deal between Ukraine and Russia. The two turkeys, Gobble and Waddle, raised on a small farm in North Carolina, won't be ending up on anyone's dinner table this Thanksgiving. Instead, they'll be retiring to North Carolina State University's poultr...

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