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Nov 13 2025SPORTS

NBC Sports Network Makes a Comeback: What You Need to Know

In a surprising turn of events, NBC Sports Network is making a comeback in 2025. The network will first appear on YouTube TV, with other pay-TV systems like Comcast's Xfinity coming soon. This move might seem odd, but it's all about keeping sports fans happy in a world where streaming is king. NBCU

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Nov 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Buildings Need Smart Data Fixes

Modern buildings are becoming more intelligent, with sensors monitoring various aspects like temperature and air quality. However, these sensors often fail to capture all necessary data, leading to gaps that can disrupt building management efforts. Researchers recently developed a clever solution t

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

Women Empowering Women: A Gathering of Minds in Eau Claire

Eau Claire recently hosted a significant event for women in business. The 22nd Annual Women’s Business Conference took place at the Pablo Center, drawing a large crowd. Over 450 women attended, eager to learn and connect with others in the field. The event was organized by the Western Dairyland Wom

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

Fighting for Fair Pay: Immigrant Caregivers Sue for Justice

In Santa Clara County, a serious legal battle is unfolding. A group of immigrant caregivers has taken a stand against a home care business and its owners for unfair treatment. They claim they were paid very little, often less than $5 per hour, which is far below the state minimum wage. They also say

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Nov 13 2025CRIME

Unmasking Fake Firms: How They Trick the System and What We Can Do

Fake companies, also known as shell companies, are often used to hide illegal activities. These companies don't do real business. Instead, they are set up to trick the system. They can be used to steal money, avoid taxes, or launder money. In some cases, they are used to win government contracts unf

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Federal Workers Get Ready to Go Back to Work

The government shutdown has been a big deal, and now it looks like it might be over soon. Two big agencies, Health and Human Services and the Department of Interior, have told their workers to get ready to go back to work. They sent emails saying to be ready to come back on Thursday if the governme

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Nov 12 2025HEALTH

A Journey of Hope: One Woman's Fight Against Lung Cancer

Dusty Donaldson, a mother from High Point, North Carolina, received a life-altering phone call in 2005. She was pursuing her MBA when her doctor asked her to come in immediately, bringing her husband along. She knew instantly what the news would be: cancer. Initially, Donaldson had visited her doct

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Nov 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Mixing Tools for Better Research: A Local LLM and NotebookLM Team Up

Research can be a headache, especially when dealing with big projects. Two tools, NotebookLM and a local LLM, are changing the game. NotebookLM is great for organizing research and making sure the information is accurate. But sometimes, you want more control, speed, and privacy. That’s where a local

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Nov 12 2025ENTERTAINMENT

From Tech to Laughs: A Comedian's Journey

Austin Nasso, a 30-year-old comedian, has an interesting story. He didn't always tell jokes for a living. He used to work at Microsoft as a software engineer. But he had a secret passion: standup comedy. He's been doing it for 12 years. In 2018, Austin and his friends started something called Tech

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Nov 12 2025POLITICS

Government Shutdown: What's Next for Workers and Services?

The U. S. government shutdown, the longest in history, is about to end. The House is set to vote on a spending bill that the Senate already passed. President Trump supports this deal, and if it passes, federal services and agencies will reopen right away. This bill keeps the government running unti

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