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Dec 11 2025WEATHER

Unusual Warmth in the Northwest: Records Broken in Lewiston and Pullman

The Northwest is seeing some strange weather. On Wednesday, Lewiston reached a surprisingly warm 65 degrees. This broke the old record for that date, which was 62 degrees set way back in 1968. Pullman also saw a record high of 59 degrees, beating the previous record of 57 degrees from 1939. Even Gra

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

Packers Fans Gear Up for Denver Showdown

Packers fans are in for a treat this weekend in Denver. The weather is expected to be perfect for a football game, much like what they'd experience back home in Green Bay during fall. The temperature will hover around 62 degrees with plenty of sunshine. Before the big game, fans can enjoy a pep ral

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Dec 11 2025CRIME

A Bookkeeper's Big Heist: How a Trusted Employee Stole Millions from a NYC Restaurant

In a shocking turn of events, a bookkeeper named Lori Jakubowski has been accused of stealing a whopping $2. 5 million from Fresco by Scotto, a well-known Italian restaurant in New York City. This heist took place over seven long years, with Jakubowski creatively siphoning money in various ways. She

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Big Banks Under Scrutiny: What Did They Really Do?

A recent investigation into banks cutting off services to certain customers has wrapped up with little to show. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, led by Trump appointee Jonathan Gould, looked into claims that banks were unfairly denying services based on political beliefs. This came aft

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Dec 11 2025CRIME

New York's New Shield Against Global Crime

In a bold move, New York has just launched a unique team to fight crime that crosses borders. This isn't just any team—it's a first-of-its-kind group called the Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) New York. The goal? To take down big criminal groups that operate in many countries. These groups are i

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Dec 11 2025LIFESTYLE

Hualien: A Welcoming Hub for Global Residents

Hualien is making big moves to make life easier for people from other countries. The local government is putting in extra effort to support international residents with bilingual services and helpful resources. First off, there are bilingual service counters and a website that's easy to navigate in

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Unpacking the US-Pakistan F-16 Deal: What's Really Going On?

The United States recently gave the green light to a $686 million deal to upgrade Pakistan's F-16 fighter jets. This move comes at a time when tensions between Pakistan and India are high, following a recent conflict in Kashmir. The deal includes advanced technology and maintenance to keep Pakistan'

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Disney and OpenAI Join Forces to Boost Engagement and Innovation

Disney has taken a significant step into the world of artificial intelligence by partnering with OpenAI. This collaboration aims to bring Disney characters to life in new ways, allowing users to create and share content featuring beloved icons like Mickey Mouse and Darth Vader. The deal involves Di

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Dec 11 2025FINANCE

Satsuma Technology's Strategic Bitcoin Sale and Board Shake-Up

Satsuma Technology, a company listed on the London Stock Exchange, recently made a significant move. They sold a large chunk of their Bitcoin holdings. This was part of their plan to prepare for a bigger role in the main market. The company sold 579 Bitcoins from their total of 1, 199. This sale br

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Dec 11 2025BUSINESS

Cleveland: A Rising Star for Business in the Midwest

Next fall, Cleveland will host a gathering of influential corporate location experts. The Site Selectors Guild’s Fall Forum is set to take place from September 14 to 16 at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown Hotel. This event is a big deal, even though it’s not huge in terms of attendees. Around 30 member

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