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Dec 15 2025EDUCATION

School Days Shortened: A New Plan for Southern Boone County

Southern Boone County R-I School District is considering a big change. They might switch to a four-day school week. This could start in the 2026-27 school year. On the days they do go to school, classes would run longer. School would start at 7:50 a. m. and end at 3:25 p. m. from Tuesday to Friday.

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Dec 15 2025SPORTS

Big 12's Bold Moves to Boost Schools' Cash

The Big 12 Conference is shaking things up with a new plan to bring in big bucks. They're teaming up with investment firms RedBird and Weatherford Capital to offer schools a chance to grab up to $30 million each. This isn't about selling shares of the conference, though. It's more like a smart finan

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Dec 15 2025CRYPTO

Making Crypto Easy: VALR and Checkout. com Team Up

VALR, a major player in the crypto exchange world, has joined forces with Checkout. com. This team-up is all about making it easier for people around the globe to get into crypto. Now, users can add money to their VALR accounts and buy cryptocurrencies using their local money and familiar payment op

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Dec 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tesla Drivers in Three States Get a New Insurance Deal - Could This Be a Game Changer?

Tesla owners in Arizona, California, and Oregon now have a new insurance option. Lemonade, an AI-driven insurance company, is offering a direct connection to Tesla vehicles through their app. This means no extra telematics devices are needed. Lemonade claims this will lead to better customer experie

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Dec 15 2025HEALTH

Helping Chonky Cats Slim Down: A New Drug on the Horizon

Cats are often seen as majestic creatures, but when they become "chonky, " it's not just cute—it's a health risk. Over half of the world's pet cats are overweight, which can lead to serious issues like diabetes, arthritis, and heart problems. Losing weight is tough for cats, and it's not just about

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Dec 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Discovering the World Through Sounds, Icelandic Mysteries, and Brain Hacks

Ever wondered how sounds shape our world? Victor Terrazas' "Atlas of Remote Sounds" takes you on a global journey, exploring unique noises from distant places. This illustrated book, published by Ediciones Menguantes, has already caught the attention of publishers in Ukraine, Poland, and the Czech R

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Dec 15 2025HEALTH

Vaccines Under Fire: Why Changing the Schedule Could Harm Kids

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is thinking about changing the childhood vaccination schedule. This is a big deal. Why? Because vaccines protect kids from serious diseases. But some people are spreading false information and making it political. This is dangerous. More kids are

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Dec 15 2025BUSINESS

Geekplus Tech: A Bright Spot in the Market?

Beijing Geekplus Technology Co. Ltd. Class H has caught the eye of analysts. China Everbright recently shared their thoughts. They kept their Buy rating on the tech company. They also set a price target of HK$33. 54. This news is not alone. Other analysts agree. The general feeling is positive. The

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Dec 15 2025FINANCE

AI's Impact: Apollo Takes a Stand Against Tech

Apollo, a major investment firm, has shifted its view on technology companies. It now sees risks, especially for those in software. The firm is betting against loans from companies like Internet Brands, SonicWall, and Perforce. Why? Apollo thinks AI is a big threat. It can do many jobs that people

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Dec 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

New Zealand Launch Site Sends Japanese Satellite into Space

A Japanese satellite is now circling Earth after a successful launch from New Zealand. The satellite, called RAISE 4, is on a mission to test new space tech. It carries eight different experiments, including a special sail to help it come back down to Earth safely. This launch was a big deal for Ja

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