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Dec 19 2024SPORTS

Who Will Win: NFL Week 16 Picks by Experts

With just three weeks left in the NFL season, the race is tight. Florio and Simms, our football experts, are neck and neck in their picks. They both got 12 out of 16 games right last week, and they're close in total wins too. Florio leads by four in straight-up picks, while Simms is ahead by eight i

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Dec 19 2024BUSINESS

Warehouse Workers Strike: A Push for Contract Talks with Amazon

It's a busy time of year, especially for Amazon. On Thursday, workers at seven of Amazon's facilities across the US decided to strike. The goal? To pressure the online retail giant into negotiating with their union, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. These workers, from cities like New York

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Dec 19 2024SPORTS

Get Ready for 12-Team College Football Playoff: First Round Matchups and What to Watch

The College Football Playoff has grown! From a four-team bracket, it now includes 12 teams. The bottom eight seeds are playing on Friday and Saturday, while the top four seeds have a bye. Here's a guide to the first-round games. On Friday, Indiana (11-1) faces Notre Dame (11-1). Indiana's offense i

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Dec 19 2024SPORTS

Mike Francesa's Podcast Success: Timing, Tech, and Talent

Legendary sports broadcaster Mike Francesa has seen a resurgence in his podcasting career, thanks to a perfect storm of factors. The New York sports scene has been a whirlwind, with the Mets making a shocking run to the NLCS and the Yankees reaching the World Series, while the Giants and Jets strugg

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Dec 19 2024SPORTS

Football Teams Embrace the Cold for College Playoffs

Football fans and players know that the weather can be unpredictable, especially during the winter months. This year's College Football Playoff is no exception. Coaches and players from Tennessee, Ohio State, SMU, and Penn State are all preparing for games in freezing temperatures, with some chances

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Cardiac Surgery Success: How Team Dynamics Impact Efficiency and Safety

A new study has shown that the more familiar cardiac surgery teams are with each other, the better they perform. This means teams that work together often can make surgeries faster and safer. The study looked at how well teams know each other and how that affects both the speed of the surgery and ho

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

India Leads 1-0: Will West Indies Fight Back in the 2nd T20I?

India started their three-match T20I series against West Indies strongly by winning the first game by a big margin. The Indian team showed their class in both batting and bowling. Players like Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues played crucial innings, while the bowlers managed to keep the West In

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

How Team Sports Help Kids' Brains Grow

Did you know that playing team sports might actually boost your child's brainpower? It's true! Scientists have found that kids who play team sports often develop better problem-solving skills and improve their memory. Why is that? Well, when your child is on a team, they have to think fast, make qui

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Dec 17 2024SPORTS

Sports Fans, Meet Your New Companion: The Palmetto Sports App

Guess what, sports lovers? There's a new app in town, and it's all about South Carolina sports. Whether you're into college teams like the University of South Carolina or Clemson, or you follow the pros in baseball, hockey, or soccer, the Palmetto Sports and Entertainment app has got you covered. It

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Dec 17 2024SPORTS

Long live the Lions: Weather’s Impact on Penn State vs. SMU

On December 21st, something exciting is brewing in Beaver Stadium, Pennsylvania. The Penn State Nittany Lions are set to clash with the SMU Mustangs. Both teams boast impressive 11-2 records following strong seasons. Penn State had a loss to Oregon in the Big Ten Championship, while SMU faced defeat

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