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Dec 23 2025EDUCATION

University Makes Tough Cuts to Balance the Books

A university is making some big changes to its course offerings. They are saying goodbye to four degree programs. This is not a small deal. It is a big step to fix a money problem. The university has a budget gap of $4. 5 million. That is a lot of money. They need to find a way to make ends meet. T

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Dec 23 2025BUSINESS

Tech Firm Seeks Investment for Growth and Acquisition

Turnium Technology Group Inc. is looking to raise up to $4. 65 million through a new offering. Each unit in this offering costs $1, 000 and includes a secured debenture and 4, 000 share purchase warrants. The debentures come with a 16% annual interest rate and are secured by the company's assets. Th

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Dec 22 2025CRIME

A Year of Shadows: Unraveling the Taipei Attack

In a city known for its safety, a shocking event unfolded. A man, later identified as Chang Wen, took the lives of three people and injured eleven more in a brutal attack. He used knives and grenades, striking at a metro station and nearby streets before meeting his end on the fifth floor of a depar

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Dec 22 2025SPORTS

Metcalf's Punch: A Fan Interaction Gone Wrong

In a recent NFL game, Pittsburgh Steelers' wide receiver DK Metcalf found himself in a heated moment with a fan. The incident, which took place during the second quarter of the Steelers' 29-24 victory over the Detroit Lions, was captured on television. Metcalf approached a fan leaning over the raili

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Dec 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Wide Fold: A Bold Move in the Foldable Phone Game

Samsung is gearing up to launch its new Wide Fold phone in 2026. This phone is designed to compete directly with Apple's upcoming foldable device. The Wide Fold will have a unique design, featuring a 5. 4-inch display when folded and a 7. 6-inch display when unfolded. It will have a 4:3 aspect ratio

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Dec 22 2025SPORTS

Patriots' Comeback Victory: A New Era in the AFC?

The Patriots are back in the playoffs after a thrilling 28-24 win over the Ravens. This victory marks a significant turnaround for the team, which struggled last season with a 3-12 record. The Patriots' success this season can be attributed to a mix of young talent and experienced veterans, with roo

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Dec 22 2025SPORTS

NFL's Final Stretch: Who's In, Who's Out, and Who's Up Next?

The NFL season is almost over. Only a few games are left. Seven spots in the playoffs are still up for grabs. Five in the AFC and two in the NFC. The Broncos, Patriots, Eagles, Seahawks, Rams, Bears, and 49ers have already secured their spots. But the No. 1 seed in both conferences is still not deci

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Dec 22 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid Deflection: Unexpected Lessons from NASA's DART Mission

In 2022, NASA achieved a groundbreaking feat by crashing a spacecraft into an asteroid called Dimorphos. The goal was to see if they could change the asteroid's path. The mission, named DART, was a success in shifting the asteroid's orbit. However, new findings show that the impact had more complex

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Dec 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Nazareth Rocks On: New Voice, New Vibes

Nazareth, a band that's been around since the '60s, just said goodbye to their singer, Carl Sentance. He's been with them for about ten years, but now it's time for a change. The band's bassist, Pete Agnew, broke the news. He also introduced their new singer, Gianni Pontillo. Agnew is pretty excited

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Dec 22 2025SPORTS

Lions' Coach Takes Responsibility for Team's Slip-Ups

The Detroit Lions' journey this season has been a mixed bag. After making significant strides in the previous two years, the team now faces an uphill battle to secure a playoff spot. The recent loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers has put a damper on their hopes, and head coach Dan Campbell is not shying

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