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Jan 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Smart Monitor That Does It All

In the world of tech, having a device that can do more than one thing is always a plus. This is where the LG 34-inch monitor comes in. It's not just a screen; it's a smart hub that can handle both work and play. The monitor runs on LG's webOS, which is a big deal. It means you can use it like a smar

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Birmingham's New Year's Eve: Fewer Shots, More Safety

Birmingham saw a big drop in gunfire during New Year's Eve celebrations in 2026. The city's gunfire detection system, Shot Spotter, picked up 4, 688 rounds in 597 incidents. That's a lot less than the 6, 270 rounds in 948 incidents from 2024 and way less than the 11, 728 rounds in 1, 531 incidents b

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Jan 03 2026SPORTS

Puerto Rico's Rising Star: Jan Paul Rivera-Pizarro's Journey

Jan Paul Rivera-Pizarro is making waves in the boxing world, and not just because of his powerful punches. This young fighter, born and raised in Puerto Rico, is quickly becoming a name to watch. On January 3, 2026, he'll step into the ring against Alfredo Cruz in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This fight i

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Jan 03 2026SPORTS

Stephanie Han: The Cop, Mom, and Boxer Taking on a Legend

Stephanie Han is not just a boxer. She is also a police officer and a mother. She will fight Holly Holm in Puerto Rico. Han is from El Paso, Texas. She has Korean roots. Her family has a strong background in martial arts. Her father was a martial arts teacher. This shaped her life and career. Han d

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Bug Detectives: How Insects Help Solve Crimes

Insects might seem small, but they play a big role in solving crimes. They can tell us a lot about what happened after someone has died. This is called forensic entomology. It's not always perfect, though. Things like weather, drugs, and even the way scientists work can change what the bugs tell us.

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

Unlocking Cancer's Hidden Patterns: A New Way to Fight Back

Cancer is tricky. It's not just one thing. It's many things, all mixed together. And that's what makes it so hard to beat. But what if we could see all those different parts? What if we could understand them better? That's what a recent study tried to do. They looked at a specific type of cancer, n

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Columbus Tragedy: A Dentist and His Wife Found Dead

In a quiet neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, a grim discovery was made. A dentist and his wife were found dead in their home. The police are now on the hunt for the person responsible. It all started when coworkers grew worried. Spencer Tepe didn't show up for work at his dental clinic in Athens. The

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

New York's New Mayor Wants to Keep the People's Voice Alive

New York City has a new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, who won his election thanks to a huge group of volunteers. Now, he doesn't want to forget about them. On Friday, he made a big change. He created a new Office of Mass Engagement. This office will be run by Tascha Van Auken. She was the brains behind Mam

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Jan 03 2026CELEBRITIES

Violinist Takes on Will Smith in Court

Brian King Joseph, a violinist, is taking legal action against Will Smith and his company, Treyball Studios Management Inc. He claims he was wrongfully fired after reporting sexual misconduct. Joseph says he was hired for Smith's 2025 Based on a True Story tour but was let go before it started. Jos

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Jan 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why a 20-Year-Old Star Wars Game is Suddenly Worth a Fortune

A rare Star Wars game is selling for a lot of money on eBay. This is not because it is suddenly popular or fun to play. Instead, it is because of a secret way to modify the PlayStation 5 (PS5) that people are trying to figure out. The game, Star Wars Racer Revenge, was first released in 2002 for th

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