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Nov 28 2025SPORTS

Fight Night Fever: UFC 324 Brings Big Matches and Bigger Questions

UFC 324 is shaping up to be a blockbuster event, with some major fights announced. The UFC has teamed up with Paramount, and they're starting things off with a bang. Two big title fights are headlining the event: Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight title, and Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes for the bantamweight title. This event is the first...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Week 13 Fantasy Football: Smart Moves for Your Team

In the world of fantasy football, making the right calls can be the difference between winning and losing. This week, there are a few players who might make you scratch your head. Let's dive in and see who you should consider starting or sitting. First up, Rico Dowdle from the Carolina Panthers. He's been a solid pick lately, especially when Chuba Hubbard was out. B...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Chicago's Sports Scene: A Year to Celebrate

Chicago has a lot to cheer about this year. The Bears are on top, the Cubs made a splash in the playoffs, and the weather has been just right. It's a good time to be a sports fan in the Windy City. The Bears have a new coach, Ben Johnson, who has brought a fresh vibe to the team. Fans are finally feeling optimistic, and the team is delivering some thrilling wins. It...

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Nov 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI: The Creative Partner You Didn't Know You Needed

AI is changing the game for creatives. It's not taking over, but it's making things faster and easier. Think of it like a supercharged engine in a race car. It helps creatives go faster, but the driver is still in control. AI is great for brainstorming. It can help when you're stuck. Joe Lazer, a marketing expert, uses AI to get ideas flowing. He says it helps him m...

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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

Labour's Tough Budget Choices: Can They Turn Unpopularity into Opportunity?

The Labour Party in the UK is currently facing a tough situation. They won a big election in 2024, but now, their popularity has dropped significantly. Polls show they have less than 20% support. This might seem bad, but it could actually be a chance for them to make bold moves without worrying too much about losing more support. Rachel Reeves, the finance minister,...

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Nov 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Shopping in the AI Age: How Tech is Changing Grocery Deals

Grocery shopping is not what it used to be. Thanks to artificial intelligence (AI), stores are getting smarter about how they price items and target shoppers. This shift is changing the way people save money and how they think about their purchases. For some, like Kimberly Roberts, saving money on groceries is a way of life. She has always been good at finding deals...

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Nov 25 2025WEATHER

Thanksgiving Travel Trouble: Snowy Surprises Ahead for Central NY

Central New York is bracing for a snowy Thanksgiving. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for the region, including Syracuse. This watch covers the busy travel days leading up to and following Thanksgiving Day. Expect heavy snowfall. More than 7 inches could pile up in certain areas. This is due to lake effect snow bands that are expected to...

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

Ukraine Peace Talks: A Closer Look at the Challenges

The United States has proposed a 28-point peace plan for Ukraine, but it's facing some serious hurdles. The Kremlin hasn't even commented on the recent talks in Geneva, and European leaders feel left out because they weren't consulted when the plan was drafted. They're also skeptical about the plan's details, especially since it involves commitments from them, like b...

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Nov 24 2025SPORTS

Cal's New Chapter: Wilcox Out, Rolovich Takes Over

Cal's football program is at a turning point. Justin Wilcox, the head coach for the past nine years, has been let go. This decision comes after a season that saw the team go 6-5, barely missing out on a winning record. The Golden Bears' loss to Stanford, a game they were expected to win, seems to have been the final straw. Wilcox's time at Cal was marked by steady, ...

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

Chicago's Week in Review: News, Sports, and Surprises

This week in Chicago, a lot happened. Let's start with the big news. Congress made a move to get the Justice Department to share its files on Jeffrey Epstein. President Trump signed the bill, giving the department 30 days to hand over the documents. Meanwhile, Tom Pritzker, a billionaire and cousin of Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, was mentioned in documents from the...

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