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Nov 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Gets a Big Boost: U. S. Launches Major Science Initiative

The U. S. government has just launched a big new plan to use artificial intelligence in science. This plan, called the Genesis Mission, aims to bring together top scientists, powerful computers, and lots of data to make new discoveries. The goal is to improve things like national security, the econo

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Nov 26 2025HEALTH

Healthcare Hurdles: Norfolk Families Face Tough Choices

In Norfolk, a tough situation is unfolding. Many families, like Kathleen Winters' family, are feeling the pinch. They earn a decent income, around $100, 000 a year. But they might have to pay a lot more for health insurance soon. This is because some help from the government, called tax credits, is

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Nov 26 2025BUSINESS

A Shake-Up in the C-Suite: Keurig Dr Pepper Welcomes New Finance Chief

Keurig Dr Pepper has a new top finance executive. Anthony DiSilvestro is stepping in as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He's coming from Mattel, where he was the CFO for five years. DiSilvestro will be based in Burlington and will report to CEO Tim Cofer. This change comes at an interesting

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Nov 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Google is Winning the AI Race

Google is making waves in the AI world. It's not just about a recent win in court. The company is leading the pack, and it's doing so in a smart way. One big reason is Gemini, Google's chatbot. More people are using it, especially since Google added new tools for making pictures. This has helped Go

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Nov 26 2025BUSINESS

U. S. Air Force Expands Fleet with New Boeing Tankers

The U. S. Air Force has just signed a big deal with Boeing. They are buying 15 more KC-46A Pegasus aerial refueling tankers. This contract is worth $2. 47 billion. This is not the first time they have done this. Last year, they bought 15 similar tankers for $2. 38 billion. So, they are clearly happ

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Nov 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dancing Stars: Who Will Shine Brightest?

The much-loved dance competition, "Dancing with the Stars, " is about to reach its exciting end. On November 25th, Tuesday, the Season 34 finale will be broadcasted live. This season is special because it marks the show's 20th anniversary and has set some records. Five talented pairs are left in th

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Nov 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dancing with the Stars: Who Makes the Big Bucks?

Dancing with the Stars is a popular show. It pays its stars well. But how much exactly? The show doesn't share exact numbers. But some info has leaked out. Contestants get paid a lot. They earn $125, 000 just for rehearsing. That's before the show even starts. Once on air, they get more cash. The l

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Nov 26 2025FINANCE

Crypto's Wild Ride: More Than Just a Bumpy Road

Crypto has had a wild ride lately. It's like a rollercoaster that won't stop. Despite getting everything it wanted, the industry is still struggling. Bitcoin, the most famous crypto, has dropped 30% from its peak in October. That's a big deal, especially when you compare it to the stock market's sma

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

Tech Stocks Take a Dip: AI Competition Heats Up

The Nasdaq composite took a hit on Tuesday, ending a brief winning streak. Investors are worried about the growing competition in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector. Nvidia and other tech stocks saw a decline. This happened after a report said Meta is thinking about spending a lot on Google's A

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Nov 25 2025SCIENCE

Turning CO2 into Treasure: A Smart New Catalyst

Scientists have cooked up a clever way to turn CO2 into useful stuff without needing fancy equipment or lots of energy. They made a special material called a covalent organic framework (COF) that acts like a tiny, super-strong net. This net traps tiny bits of palladium, a special metal, to create a

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