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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Christmas Clash: Cowboys and Commanders Battle It Out

The Cowboys and Commanders faced off in a festive showdown, with both teams bringing their A-game. The Cowboys started strong, scoring early and often, while the Commanders fought back with some impressive plays of their own. The Cowboys' offense was firing on all cylinders, with Dak Prescott leadi

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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 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Lucky Strike in Arkansas: The Powerball Jackpot

In the world of lotteries, the Powerball in the US is a big deal. It's not just any lottery; it's one that spans 45 states, plus Washington DC, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. Players pick five numbers from 1 to 69 and a "Powerball" number from 1 to 26. The odds of winning are slim, but someone

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Dec 26 2025HEALTH

Smart Medicine: How Gene Testing Could Save Lives and Money in Thailand

Healthcare in Thailand might get a big upgrade with a new idea called pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing. This test looks at a person's genes to figure out the best medicine for them. It's like a roadmap for doctors to pick the right treatment. Right now, doctors in Thailand often give a medicine called

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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Knicks Star and Girlfriend Celebrate Love and Victory

Karl-Anthony Towns had a Christmas to remember. The New York Knicks player not only helped his team secure a thrilling 126-124 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers but also shared some personal news. Towns and his longtime girlfriend, Jordyn Woods, announced their engagement on Instagram. The post fe

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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 2025SCIENCE

How Eggs Stay Fresh: The Big Chill

Eggs are a big deal in the global food market. But not every country treats them the same way. In the U. S. , eggs get a bath and a chill before hitting the shelves. This can be a problem when sending them to other countries. So, what's the best way to keep eggs fresh for a long time? A study looke

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

A Jazz Concert Calls Off Over Name Change

A long-standing jazz concert at the Kennedy Center was called off this year. The reason? The venue's name was changed to include Donald Trump's name. Chuck Redd, a jazz musician, has been hosting the yearly event since 2006. He decided to cancel it after seeing the name change on the website and the

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Dec 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Heartfelt Goodbye to a Beloved Friend

A well-known filmmaker recently shared his deep sorrow over the loss of his close friends, Rob and Michele Reiner. The couple, aged 78 and 70, were tragically found dead in their Brentwood home on December 14th, with their 32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, now facing two murder charges. The filmmaker f

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