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Nov 22 2024WEATHER

Wet Weekend Ahead: Bay Area Braces for Heavy Rain

Get ready, Bay Area! A huge storm is on the way, and it's set to dump a lot of rain. The northern part took the brunt on Wednesday and Thursday, with places like Santa Rosa and Guerneville getting soaked. But hold on tight, because Friday is going to be a soggy day for the East Bay, Peninsula, and S

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Nov 22 2024SPORTS

Football Fans' Week 12 Picks: A Battle of Predictions

Both Mike and Chris had a rough week with their NFL picks. Mike went 9-5 straight up and 5-9 against the spread, while Chris improved his record to 10-4 straight up and 8-6 against the spread. Despite the setback, Mike still leads with 114-52 straight up and 95-68-3 against the spread. Chris trails

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Nov 22 2024CRIME

Jussie Smollett's Hate Crime Hoax Conviction Reversed by Illinois Supreme Court

Actor Jussie Smollett, known for his role in the TV show "Empire, " has had a big legal win. The Illinois Supreme Court decided to overturn his 2021 conviction for faking a hate crime. This all started back in 2019 when Smollett claimed he was attacked by two "white supremacists" in Chicago. It turn

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Nov 22 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Scott Pilgrim Anime: One Season and Done

It's been a year since the Scott Pilgrim Takes Off anime hit Netflix, and creator Bryan Lee O’Malley shared some news on Twitter that many fans were dreading. The series won't be coming back for a second season. O’Malley thanked fans for their support and praised the global cast and crew for their h

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Science Under Fire: A Global Battle

Science is facing heavy criticism from various corners of the world. The recent election of a leader with anti-science views in the US is just one example. Climate change, a pressing global issue, is constantly under scrutiny, with scientists and their findings being attacked. Topics like reproducti

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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

The Fight Against Worms: Challenges and Chances in Ghana

Every year, many children in Ghana face serious health issues due to worm infections like schistosomiasis (SCH) and soil-transmitted helminths (STH). These infections are still common, even after years of efforts by the Ghana Health Service and other groups to control and eliminate them. This study

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

What's in Matt Gaetz's Wallet?

Matt Gaetz, a well-known face in politics, has recently stepped into the spotlight. Known for controversy and political bids, Gaetz's name has been buzzing lately, especially after he withdrew his bid to become the U. S. Attorney General, following Donald Trump's nomination. Curiosity is high about

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Threat to Senators: A Democracy Warning?

Billionaire Elon Musk is reportedly throwing his weight behind a controversial choice. He's threatening to back primary challenges against Republican senators who speak out against former Representative Matt Gaetz for a top job in Donald Trump's administration. An advisor close to Trump spilled the

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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

Seniors Sit Less: A Guide to Setting Goals and Staying Active

Ever wondered how seniors manage to reduce their sitting time and stay active? Researchers delved into a specific program designed to help older adults cut down on sitting. They focused on three key aspects: how well the program was followed, if participants were happy with it, and the strategies th

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Nov 21 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Duct-Taped Banana: A $6. 2M Art Mystery

Ever heard of a banana duct-taped to a wall selling for $6. 2M? That's exactly what happened at Sotheby's New York. The piece, called "Comedian" by Maurizio Cattelan, sparked a seven-minute bidding war and sold for a whopping $6. 2M—far more than its estimated $1M to $1. 5M value. A Chinese collecto

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