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Nov 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Carpentersville's Music Fest Revival: What's New and What's Not

Carpentersville is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to revive Jamboree Days, a beloved music festival that hasn't been seen since the late '90s. This isn't just any old music fest; it's a chance to bring back a piece of the village's history. Back in the day, Jamboree Days was a five-day extra

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Nov 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Share Their Thanksgiving Favorites and Traditions

Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and fun. Many celebrities have shared their favorite parts of the holiday and what they look forward to every year. Donnie Wahlberg, star of "Blue Bloods" and "Boston Blue, " loves the leftovers. He and his wife, Jenny McCarthy, can't wait to make sandwiches

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Nov 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

Forever Chemicals: A Hidden Threat to Our Food and Future

The EPA has recently approved a new pesticide, isocycloseram, which belongs to the group of "forever chemicals. " These chemicals are notorious for their persistence in the environment and their ability to accumulate in living organisms. The approval allows its use on various food crops such as oran

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Nov 27 2025CRIME

A Close Call in Hong Kong: How One Couple Escaped the Deadly Blaze

In the heart of Hong Kong, a city known for its towering buildings, a devastating fire swept through Wang Fuk Court, a high-rise apartment complex. The fire, which became the worst in over 50 years, claimed at least 55 lives, with many more still unaccounted for. Among the survivors was Lau Yu Hung,

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Nov 26 2025FINANCE

Palantir: A Tech Giant or a Risky Bet?

Palantir is a big name in tech. It's worth a lot of money. But is it worth that much? Let's think about it. First, let's talk about the price. Palantir is expensive. It's trading at high levels compared to its sales and earnings. Some people say, "But Nvidia was like that too! " But Nvidia was grow

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

Big Games, Bigger Stakes: College Football's Rivalry Weekend

College football's rivalry weekend is here, and the stakes couldn't be higher. Teams are fighting for playoff spots, conference titles, and bowl eligibility. The action kicks off with Ohio State vs. Michigan, Alabama vs. Auburn, and other high-profile matchups. Ohio State and Michigan are both aimi

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Nov 26 2025EDUCATION

Gulliver's Uncharted Journeys: A Look into the Past

Lemuel Gulliver is a name that has stood the test of time. His stories, first shared three centuries ago, continue to captivate minds. What sets Gulliver apart is his incredible journey across not one, not two, but four long sea voyages. Each voyage brought its own set of strange and challenging adv

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Nov 26 2025LIFESTYLE

Walking the Globe: A Modern Explorer's Challenge

Karl Bushby, a former British paratrooper, is nearing the end of an extraordinary journey. He has been walking around the world for 27 years. This journey, known as the Goliath Expedition, started in 1998 in Chile. Bushby is now in Hungary, facing a world that has changed drastically since he began.

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

Ohio State vs. Michigan: Snowy Showdown in The Game

This weekend, Ohio State Buckeyes are heading to Ann Arbor for their big matchup against Michigan. The game, known as "The Game, " is always intense, but this year, Mother Nature might throw a curveball with snow and cold temperatures. The Buckeyes have had a great season so far. Their defense is s

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

College Football's Big Week: Who's In and Who's Out?

The latest College Football Playoff rankings are out, and the stakes are high as teams gear up for crucial Week 14 games. Ohio State, Indiana, Texas A&M, and Georgia are still holding onto their top spots, but the real drama is unfolding further down the list. Ohio State, despite missing key player

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