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Nov 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google and Amazon: A New Rivalry in AI Chips

The tech world is buzzing with a fresh rivalry. Google is challenging Nvidia, a big name in AI chips. This is big news for Amazon, which is also pushing into the AI chip market. Why? Because AI chips are the brains behind many modern technologies. They power everything from voice assistants to self-driving cars. Google's move is interesting. It's not just about comp...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

Indiana's Congressional Map Drama: A Sudden Shift

Indiana's political scene just got a lot more interesting. After saying they wouldn't touch it, state Republicans are now ready to vote on redrawing congressional maps. This u-turn comes after some serious pressure from the White House. Just a couple of weeks ago, Senate leader Rodric Bray said there weren't enough votes to even consider it. But now, he's singing a ...

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

The 2026 World Cup Draw: What's New and What's Not

The 2026 World Cup is shaping up to be quite different from previous tournaments. FIFA has introduced some new rules that could shake things up. For starters, the top two teams, Spain and Argentina, won't be able to face each other until the final. This is because they will be placed in different halves of the knockout bracket. This rule is designed to make sure the ...

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Nov 26 2025BUSINESS

West Virginia Senator's Money Troubles: A Closer Look

Senator Jim Justice, a Republican from West Virginia, has found himself in a financial pickle. He's agreed to pay back nearly $5. 2 million in overdue personal taxes. This isn't his first rodeo with money troubles. The senator, who was once worth billions, has seen his fortune shrink dramatically over the years. Justice's legal team and the federal government recent...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

The Controversial Rise and Fall of Lindsey Halligan

Lindsey Halligan, a 36-year-old lawyer, found herself at the center of a legal storm after a federal judge dismissed cases she oversaw against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge ruled that Halligan's appointment as acting U. S. attorney was unlawful, as it violated a federal statute limiting interim appointments to ...

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

Ohio State vs. Michigan: Snowy Showdown in The Game

This weekend, Ohio State Buckeyes are heading to Ann Arbor for their big matchup against Michigan. The game, known as "The Game, " is always intense, but this year, Mother Nature might throw a curveball with snow and cold temperatures. The Buckeyes have had a great season so far. Their defense is strong, and they've been doing well overall. However, Michigan has bee...

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

College Football's Big Week: Who's In and Who's Out?

The latest College Football Playoff rankings are out, and the stakes are high as teams gear up for crucial Week 14 games. Ohio State, Indiana, Texas A&M, and Georgia are still holding onto their top spots, but the real drama is unfolding further down the list. Ohio State, despite missing key players, dominated their game and stayed undefeated. They're now facing the...

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Nov 26 2025HEALTH

A Shift in Leadership: Vaccine Skeptic Takes Top CDC Role

A surprising change has happened at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Ralph Abraham, a former Louisiana health official, has been appointed as the deputy director. This is notable because Abraham has been vocal about his doubts regarding Covid-19 vaccines, even calling them "dangerous" in the past. Abraham's new role has sparked concerns among he...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

National Parks Get a Price Hike: Who Pays More?

Big changes are coming to U. S. national parks. Starting next year, international visitors will pay a lot more to enter. The idea is to make sure they help take care of these special places. For Americans, there's a new annual pass with a familiar price tag. It's still $80, same as before. But there's a twist: it will feature portraits of George Washington and Donal...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

Thanksgiving Turkeys Get a Second Chance

President Donald Trump made news on Tuesday, not just for pardoning two turkeys, but also for hinting at a potential peace deal between Ukraine and Russia. The two turkeys, Gobble and Waddle, raised on a small farm in North Carolina, won't be ending up on anyone's dinner table this Thanksgiving. Instead, they'll be retiring to North Carolina State University's poultr...

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