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Dec 26 2025SCIENCE

A Strange Planet and Its Tiny Star: A Cosmic Oddity

In the vast cosmos, a peculiar planet has caught the eye of scientists. This world, dubbed PSR J2322-2650b, is as big as Jupiter but has a unique lemon-like shape. What makes it even stranger is its atmosphere, which is a mix of helium and molecular carbon, something never seen before. This planet

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Dec 26 2025SCIENCE

Powering Up NASA's Lunar Gateway: The Future of Space Travel

NASA's Lunar Gateway project is getting a boost with the latest advancements in electric propulsion technology. These thrusters are not just more efficient; they are a game-changer for long-duration space missions. Unlike traditional chemical propulsion systems, electric thrusters use less fuel, mak

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Jimmy Kimmel's Bold Words on U. S. Politics: A Christmas Message from Across the Pond

Jimmy Kimmel, a well-known talk show host, recently shared his thoughts on U. S. politics with British viewers. He did this through a special message aired on Channel 4 during Christmas. Kimmel didn't hold back. He spoke about the current U. S. president, Donald Trump, and his actions in office. Ki

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Dec 26 2025FINANCE

Mapping Banks: How Math Helps Regulators Understand the Financial World

Regulators have a tough job. They need to make sense of tons of data from banks. This data is detailed and comes in many forms. The goal is to see how banks are alike or different. They look at things like size, loans, and how banks make money. But there's a problem. Not all banks report the same d

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Dec 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Unexpected Journey of a Virus and a Dream

In the early 1990s, a small computer virus named Virus Málaga quietly spread across the computers at Málaga’s Polytechnic School. It was mostly harmless, but it sparked a passion in a young student named Bernardo Quintero. His teacher challenged him to create an antivirus for the 2610-byte program,

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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Christmas Football Showdown: What You Need to Know

Christmas Day isn't just about presents and turkey anymore. Football has snuck its way into the holiday fun. This year, three big games are happening. Let's break it down. First up, the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders face off. This game kicks off at 1 p. m. ET. You can catch it on Netflix

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Dec 26 2025HEALTH

A Joyful Surprise for NICU Families at Christmas

Christmas can be tough for families with babies in the NICU. The usual festive celebrations often take a backseat when a child is in critical care. This year, however, things were a bit different for families at Prisma Health Baptist Hospital and Prisma Health Richland Hospital. Santa and Mrs. Claus

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Dec 26 2025LIFESTYLE

Keeping the Past Alive in Saguache

In the small town of Saguache, Colorado, a unique newspaper called the Saguache Crescent is still printed using old-fashioned methods. The publisher, Dean Coombs, uses a 1920 linotype machine and a 1915 printing press to create the weekly paper. This might seem odd, but it works for the town's 550 r

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

A Judge Steps In: Protecting a Digital Safety Advocate

In a surprising turn of events, a U. S. judge has put a temporary halt to the Trump administration's plan to detain Imran Ahmed, a British activist fighting against online misinformation. Ahmed, who lives in New York, is the CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate. The U. S. government accused

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Dec 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

YouTube TV and Verizon Team Up for a Sweet Deal

Streaming services have had a wild ride lately. Prices have gone up and down, and people are switching services more than ever. YouTube TV saw a lot of people leave when Disney channels went dark for two weeks. Even a $20 credit didn't keep many subscribers. Other services like DirecTV Stream and Hu

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