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Dec 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Encanto's Magic: A Permanent Fiesta at EPCOT!

Disney World has made an exciting announcement! "¡Celebración Encanto! " is now a permanent feature at EPCOT. This joyful sing-along show, inspired by the popular Disney movie "Encanto, " first appeared at CommuniCore Hall and Plaza in June. Originally, it was planned as a limited-time event, but it

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Trump's Big Win Over Disney

In a surprising turn of events, Donald Trump has emerged victorious in a lengthy battle with Disney. ABC News, a part of Disney, agreed to pay Trump a massive $15 million. What sparked this settlement? Earlier this year, ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos made a mistake during a broadcast. He sai

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Dec 19 2024WEATHER

Snow Alert: Midwest Braces for Winter Weather

Get ready, Midwest! A weather system is sweeping in, and it's bringing snow. Meteorologists predict that the upper Midwest will see between one to three inches of snow on Thursday afternoon. The Great Lakes region is in the spotlight, with a 40% chance of snow in parts of Illinois and Indiana. This

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Dec 18 2024SCIENCE

Unlocking Family Ties With DNA Data

Ever heard about a cool method called investigative genetic genealogy (IGG)? It's a big deal for finding DNA matches from crime scenes or disaster victims. With new tech, we can now check millions of SNPs (tiny DNA differences) at once. But, there are some issues like bad quality samples, high costs

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Dec 18 2024WEATHER

Weather in Boston: Rain Today, Maybe Snow Later

This morning, Boston woke up to temperatures that were not as chilly as expected. After yesterday's high of 60°F (15°C), the air didn't cool down much overnight. As a result, most of the area is seeing rain instead of snow this Wednesday. However, there are exceptions. Higher elevations in northern

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Dec 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Oscar Race: The International Film Contenders

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the shortlist of 15 movies vying for the best international feature film at the 97th Oscars. Over 85 countries submitted their films, but a few stood out and made the cut easily. These include French film Emilia Pérez by Jacques Audiard,

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Dec 18 2024WEATHER

Weather Watch: Metro Detroit's First Winter Storm Alert

Get ready, Metro Detroit! The first wave of winter weather is set to hit mid-week. Experts are keeping an eye out for a mix of snow and rain, especially south of Interstate 696. Temperatures are expected to hover around the mid-to-upper 30s as the storm rolls in. The forecast for Wednesday predicts

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Dec 18 2024POLITICS

Antioch's New Mayor: Unity, Safety, and a Fresh Start

Meet Ron Bernal, Antioch’s new mayor. He’s stepping into the role with a clear vision to bring the city together and tackle some tough challenges. Antioch, with its diverse community of around 115, 000 people, has seen its fair share of division. Bernal believes that healing those rifts is crucial f

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Dec 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

From 'SNL' to Broadway: Former Writers' Comedic Journey

In 2008, comedian John Mulaney started his career at "Saturday Night Live" (SNL). He was teamed up with Simon Rich, a talented Harvard grad who had already made a name for himself with two short fiction collections. Their first sketch, “Cash for Silver, ” parodying cash-for-gold commercials, didn’t

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Dec 17 2024SPORTS

Game Snap Stats: Eagles vs. Steelers

In Week 15, the Philadelphia Eagles took on the Pittsburgh Steelers and showed some impressive plays. The Eagles managed 80 offensive snaps, keeping their quarterback Jalen Hurts busy. On defense, they only had 43 snaps, highlighting their efficiency. Hurts made good decisions, completing 25 out of

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