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Dec 31 2025CRIME

New Orleans Prepares for New Year's with Heightened Security

New Orleans is getting ready for its first New Year's celebration since the tragic Bourbon Street attack. To ensure safety, the National Guard has been called in to help with security measures. This comes almost a year after a devastating incident that exposed serious security flaws in the city's fa

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

What's the Deal with NMN Supplements?

NMN, or nicotinamide mononucleotide, is a hot topic in the health world. It's a compound that helps our bodies make NAD+, which is super important for energy, DNA repair, and overall cell health. As we age, our NAD+ levels drop, which can lead to feeling less energetic and other health issues. Peop

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Dec 31 2025FINANCE

Maryland's Tax Rules Get a Makeover: What You Need to Know

Maryland is shaking things up with some new tax rules. The Comptroller's office has suggested changes to how sales and use taxes work. This isn't just about adding a few new rules. It's a big update that covers a lot of ground. First off, they're tweaking how data and IT services are taxed. This is

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Dec 31 2025CRYPTO

A Big Crypto Giveaway: What's the Deal with Lighter's $675M Airdrop?

Lighter, a decentralized exchange (DEX) for perpetual futures trading, made headlines this week with a massive token giveaway. They sent out $675 million worth of Lighter Infrastructure Tokens (LIT) to early users. This ranks as the 10th largest airdrop in crypto history, according to CoinGecko. Th

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Dec 31 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin Mining: A New Era of Power and Profit

Bitcoin mining has changed a lot since 2025. It's not just about getting more machines and power. Now, it's about being smart with energy and making money in different ways. Miners are using AI to keep their machines running smoothly. They are also learning to use less power and make more money fro

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

Science Uncovered: Earthquakes at Concerts and Dinosaur Tracks

In 2025, science made some pretty cool discoveries. One of the most talked-about findings was that Taylor Swift's concerts caused small earthquakes. Researchers in Ireland noticed that the crowd's energy at her concerts was so intense that it created measurable seismic activity. The songs "Love Stor

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

Drinking and Digestive Drama: What's Happening Inside You?

Alcohol doesn't just cause a headache or dry mouth the next day. It can also lead to urgent bathroom trips, a problem sometimes called "booze butt. " Doctors say alcohol can irritate the digestive tract, change gut bacteria, and mess with how the intestines absorb water. Dr. Leybelis Padilla, a gut

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS: What's Really Happening?

A new picture of the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS has given scientists a clearer view of what's happening around it. The outer cloud of dust and gas, known as the coma, is getting thinner. Meanwhile, the inner coma is becoming more focused and bright. This change is important because it helps scient

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Dec 31 2025WEATHER

New Year's Eve Weather: What's in Store for North Texas?

New Year's Eve in North Texas is looking like a pleasant night for those planning to celebrate outdoors. The weather forecast promises clear skies and cool temperatures, making it ideal for ringing in the new year. The day will start off sunny and warm, with temperatures climbing to around 65 degre

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

Y86: A Tiny Helper for Happy Chickens

In the world of tiny creatures, there's a new hero for chickens. Meet Y86, a special kind of bacteria found in the guts of chickens. It's not just any bacteria, though. It's a champion at fighting off bad germs and can handle tough conditions. Y86 is a type of Lactobacillus gallinarum. Scientists f

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