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Dec 13 2024BUSINESS

Why UFC's Broadcast Deals Are So Hot Right Now

Imagine the UFC is like a non-stop action movie. It's always on, every weekend, no breaks. That's a big deal for broadcasters. Unlike other sports, UFC doesn't have a bunch of teams to deal with. It's run from a small office in Vegas, making decisions fast. Plus, half of UFC's audience is young adul

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Dec 13 2024WEATHER

Cold Front Pushes Chilly Weather into Capital Region Temporarily

A cold front that ended yesterday's rainfall is bringing cooler and drier air to the region today. This chill won't stick around very long, as warmer temperatures and rain chances are expected by the weekend. Today and tonight, some clouds might be around at sunrise, but windy conditions from the n

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Dec 13 2024WEATHER

Weather Whiplash: Boston Braces for a Cool Down

Bostonians enjoyed an unusually warm day on Wednesday, with temperatures reaching the low 60s. Unfortunately, the warmth was accompanied by all-day rain. Now, the city is preparing for a chilly weekend. High pressure is keeping Boston mostly sunny and dry until Sunday. However, the wind will pick up

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Dec 13 2024CRIME

President Biden Gives New Chance to Two Chicago Fraudsters

In a surprising move, President Biden has decided to commute the sentences of two well-known Chicago-area fraudsters. Rita Crundwell, who once worked as the comptroller for the small town of Dixon, stole a staggering $54 million to fund her extravagant lifestyle and horse breeding business. Sentence

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Dec 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Paul Mescal: From Gladiator to Beatles, a New Role Awaits

Renowned director Ridley Scott recently hinted at an interesting development in his upcoming projects. During a chat with fellow filmmaker Christopher Nolan after a screening of Gladiator II, Scott shared that his next movie, The Dog Stars, might not feature Paul Mescal due to a scheduling conflict.

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Dec 11 2024WEATHER

Snow Alert in SE Michigan: What to Expect Mid-Week

Brace yourself, Southeast Michigan! The lake effect snow will be back with a vengeance mid-week. Let's dive into what we can expect. On Wednesday, the snow machine revs up again, mainly in the evening and overnight hours. Snow squalls might pop up, making it tough to see. The weather team has predi

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Dec 10 2024SCIENCE

New AI Model Beats Traditional Weather Forecasts

Recently, a groundbreaking machine learning weather forecast model named GenCast has shown it can outperform traditional systems in certain situations. Developed by researchers at Google DeepMind, this model uses a diffusion approach similar to AI image generators to create multiple forecasts quickl

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Dec 10 2024HEALTH

Pet Scans: Unveiling a Rare Disease in Young Adults

Imagine you're a doctor trying to diagnose a young, previously healthy adult with strange symptoms like swollen lymph nodes and inflammation. This could be a sign of something called Castleman disease, a rare condition where the immune system goes haywire. One type, called idiopathic multicentric Ca

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Dec 09 2024WEATHER

Wet Start, Wintry Mix Ahead in Metro Detroit

Get ready, Metro Detroit! After a mild Sunday, rain is set to move in overnight, making Monday's commute a wet one. The rain will start in southern communities like Adrian and Monroe, then head north to Detroit. By noon, though, most of the rain should clear out, leaving behind cloudy skies and temp

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Dec 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google's AI Weather Whiz: A Game Changer for Photographers

Google has unveiled an AI weather tool that's set to revolutionize how we predict the weather. Called GenCast, this smart app can forecast weather up to 15 days ahead with impressive accuracy. It's particularly useful for photographers who often need to plan around weather conditions. The secret sa

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