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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Andrew Cardno: The Tech Genius Behind Gaming and Hospitality

Andrew Cardno, the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI), has been recognized as one of San Diego's most influential people for 2025. This honor highlights his significant contributions to technology, particularly in AI, data science, and enterprise intelligence.

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Heavy Fighting in Pokrovsk as Russia Pushes Forward

In the eastern city of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian troops are holding their ground against a significant Russian attack. This clash is happening while the United States is pushing for a deal to stop the war. Russia has been trying to take over Pokrovsk for months, seeing it as a key part of their plan to co

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Franklin the Turtle: A New Face for Government Messages

Franklin the Turtle, a beloved character from children's books, has become an unexpected figure in government communications. Recently, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) used an image of Franklin to promote a crime hotline. The image showed Franklin on the phone, with police arre

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Dec 11 2025CRIME

Watch Out for Pickpockets in Mauritius: A Getaway with a Caution

Mauritius, a stunning island in the Indian Ocean, is a dream destination for adventurous travelers. Its white-sand beaches, coral reefs, and waterfalls attract visitors from around the globe. In 2024, the island saw a record number of tourists, with 1. 5 million people exploring its beauty. However,

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Dec 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Athens Holiday Shows: A Mix of Free and Ticketed Gigs

Athens is buzzing with holiday entertainment! From free performances to ticketed concerts, there's something for everyone this season. First up, if you're into free shows, check out the Classic City Community Chorus. They're singing their hearts out on December 15th at the UGA Performing Arts Cente

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Leader Raises Alarms Over Russia-China Team-Up

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy recently shared some concerning news. He said that China and Russia are getting cozier, and it's not just about friendship. There are signs that Russia might be giving up some control to China, especially in areas like military and industry. In a post on X, Z

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

U. S. Kicks Off G20 Planning Without South Africa

The United States is set to start planning for its G20 presidency next year. This planning will begin with a meeting of officials from the Group of 20 major economies. The meeting will start on Monday. South Africa, the current host, is not invited to this meeting. The U. S. took over the G20 presi

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Dec 11 2025BUSINESS

Chicago's Cultural Workers Stand Up for Fair Pay and Rights

Chicago's cultural workers are joining forces to demand better pay and working conditions. Many of them feel undervalued and underpaid, especially after the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Workers at various museums and cultural sites have been successful in forming unions and securi

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Dec 11 2025BUSINESS

Switzerland and the US Make a Big Trade Deal

Switzerland and the US just made a big trade deal. It's a win-win for both countries. The US will lower tariffs on Swiss goods. This means Swiss products will be cheaper to sell in the US. The new tariff rate is now 15%. That's a big drop from the previous 39%. This deal is a big relief for Switzer

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Dec 11 2025CRIME

A Big Change in the Soccer Bribery Case

The Justice Department is taking a big step back in a high-profile soccer corruption case. They want to drop charges against Hernan Lopez, a former Fox employee, and Full Play Group, an Argentine sports media company. This move comes after years of legal fights and appeals. Lopez and Full Play were

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