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Dec 21 2024SPORTS

The College Football Playoff Just Got Bigger and Better

Get ready, college football fans! The College Football Playoff (CFP) has expanded to include 12 teams, adding new energy and excitement to the postseason. This new format will see both top-tier teams and well-respected veterans battle it out on the gridiron. Kicking off during the chilly holiday sea

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Dec 20 2024BUSINESS

Oakland's Empty Spot Gets New Life with Dave & Buster's

In the heart of Oakland, there's a big empty space that's been causing quite a stir. For years, people have been trying to figure out what to do with the ground-floor market hall at 55 Harrison St. in Jack London Square. The building is huge, with five stories and over 187, 000 square feet of space.

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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 2024BUSINESS

Breweries in Transition: Closures, Changes, and New Opportunities

The craft beer scene in Colorado saw some significant shifts in 2024. Several breweries, like Grandma's House and Fiction Beer, called it quits due to burnout and tough market conditions. Rising costs and increased competition made it hard for many small breweries to stay afloat. However, there's a

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Dec 18 2024BUSINESS

Tech Company Sets Up Shop in Mount Pleasant

Imagine a software company that makes life easier for landowners and developers. That's Mesa Land Services, and they're branching out to Mount Pleasant. With a $1. 3 million investment, they're ready to create 24 new jobs. Their specialty? Software that speeds up and simplifies the utility easement

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Dec 17 2024TECHNOLOGY

Apple's Next Big Surprise: Foldable and OLED iPads Coming Soon

Get ready for some exciting changes in the world of Apple tablets! According to experts, Apple is planning to bring OLED display technology to more iPads in the coming years. In 2026, we might see an 8. 5-inch OLED iPad mini, followed by 11-inch and 13-inch OLED iPad Air models in 2027. This means t

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Dec 14 2024SPORTS

PFL's Big Plans for 2025: More Fights, More Fighters, and a New Division

In 2025, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) is gearing up for some big changes. The league, founded by Donn Davis in 2017, has already made a splash in the mixed martial arts (MMA) world. But Davis has even bigger plans for the future. One of the most significant changes is the purchase of Bell

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Dec 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

CJ 4DPLEX Brings Immersive Cinema Experiences to Australia and Taiwan

CJ 4DPLEX, a cinema technology company from Seoul, is boosting its presence in the Asia-Pacific region. They've teamed up with Event Cinemas in Australia and Showtime Cinemas in Taiwan to offer exciting new movie experiences. In Australia, three new 4DX theaters will open by Christmas 2024, with one

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Dec 12 2024POLITICS

Unlocking DNA: Arizona's Push for Quick Testing

Imagine being able to solve crimes faster than ever before. That's what Arizona is aiming for with its interest in expanding Rapid DNA testing. The Department of Public Safety (DPS) has turned to legal experts for advice on how to make this technology more accessible. Right now, only certain states

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Dec 12 2024BUSINESS

Alaska Airlines’ International Cargo Expansion: A New Profit Frontier

Alaska Airlines has set its sights on the international cargo market, announcing plans to redeploy Hawaiian Airlines' widebody jets for nonstop routes from Seattle to Asia and Anchorage, Alaska. This strategic move, following the recent merger with Hawaiian Airlines, aims to boost the company's carg

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