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Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith jabs Miami over 2002 national title ahead of CFP meeting

Ohio State can improve to 2-0 against the Hurricanes in postseason matchups with a victory in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals

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Dec 22, 2025 • 1:37 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
New details surrounding Nick Reiner's mental health history emerge

Los Angeles Magazine's Lauren Conlin discusses new details in the Reiner murder case as reports emerge of suspect Nick Reiner's schizophrenia diagnosis.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 1:12 PM EST • Health • foxnews.com
Trump expedites marijuana reclassification: Ohio cannabis businesses to benefit

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday directing the attorney general to expedite the reclassifying of marijuana from a Schedule I down to a Schedule III substance in the Controlled Substances Act.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:45 PM EST • Business • cleveland.com
Bernie Sanders to swear in Zohran Mamdani at public ceremony Jan. 1

After a more private event headed by NY Attorney General Letitia James, Sen. Bernie Sanders will swear in the mayor-elect at a large public ceremony.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:40 PM EST • Politics • usatoday.com
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12 Christmas movies with Syracuse & CNY ties you can watch right now

Branch out beyond the typical "Home Alone" and "A Christmas Story" films.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:31 PM EST • Entertainment • syracuse.com
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Scientists claim 'Lucy' may not be our direct ancestor after all, stoking fierce debate

Recent fossil finds could mean that "Lucy" wasn't our direct ancestor, some scientists say. Others strongly disagree.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:04 PM EST • Science • livescience.com
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The seamy side of Westminster, then and now — the best new books on politics

From revelations about Starmer’s Labour to the story of a Liberal who sold honours. Plus the reminiscences of a Nato chief and the evangelism of Tony Blair

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • ft.com
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Certified Incubator Success Stories: Meridian Technology Center North | Small Business University - Oklahoma Department of Commerce

The Small Business University is designed to empower existing small business owners with the skills needed to thrive through classes, workshops and resources.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 11:59 AM EST • Business • okcommerce.gov
The role of business insurance for small businesses

For small businesses, the right insurance coverage is critical to your business operations. In this episode of Small Business Smarts, Victoria Jordan dives into business insurance essentials and explains what every small business owner needs to know to protect their people and their passion. For more information, visit ADP.com/SPARK

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Dec 22, 2025 • 11:46 AM EST • Business • mediacenter.adp.com
Entertainment headlines with TMZ

TMZ takes a look at the entertainment stories making headlines, including the aftermath of the murder of Rob Reiner and his wife, the death of actor James Ransone and rapper Nicki Minaj at a TPUSA event.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 11:17 AM EST • Entertainment • fox7austin.com
Who was the best girls athlete on the Northshore for the week of Dec. 14-20? Vote now!

Vote for who you think was the best girls athlete on the Northshore last week.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 11:15 AM EST • Sports • nola.com
138th Boonville-Oneida County Fair Features Nashville Star

The 138th annual Boonville-Oneida County Fair will take place from July 28 to Aug. 2, 2026.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 10:59 AM EST • Entertainment • wktv.com
EPA administrator signals faster permitting, industry collaboration at LABI roundtable

The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry earlier this month hosted a business roundtable with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, giving Louisiana business leaders a rare chance to engage face… Already an INSIDER? Sign in. We are glad you enjoy reading Business Report. Continue reading this story and get ACCESS to all our content from any […]

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Dec 22, 2025 • 10:45 AM EST • Business • businessreport.com
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Transition, conflict and adversity defined Missouri and Illinois politics in 2025

St. Louis Public Radio’s politics team and editors picked the top stories that defined 2025 for Missouri, Illinois and St. Louis politics.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 10:44 AM EST • Politics • stlpr.org
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The Epic Games Store is giving out free PC games daily for the holidays

The Epic Games Store is currently giving away a PC game every day during its holiday sale.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 10:38 AM EST • Technology • pcworld.com
Former Arkansas, Louisville HC Bobby Petrino reportedly set to join Bill Belichick at UNC as new OC

The University of North Carolina is working on bringing in former Arkansas head coach Bobby Petrino as Bill Belichick’s new offensive coordinator, according to reports by On3.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 10:33 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Iconic broadcaster Cantor previews biggest-ever World Cup
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Dec 22, 2025 • 10:32 AM EST • Sports • cnn.com
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Recent Democratic Victories Have Republicans Running Scared

Elise Stefanik is just the latest top Republican deciding against running in the 2026 midterms.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:55 AM EST • Politics • thenation.com
Trump named Gov. Jeff Landry a special envoy to Greenland. Denmark isn’t happy about it.

The Danish foreign minister said he was summoning the U.S. ambassador to explain the move.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:46 AM EST • Politics • nola.com
iPhone Fold and future Galaxy foldable may end up copying the original Pixel Fold

According to a new report, Google's original Pixel Fold form factor will be copied by the iPhone Fold and a future Galaxy foldable.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:30 AM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Our Favorite Sports Moments Of 2025

These are the sports moments from 2025 that the Defector staff enjoyed. A’ja Wilson Hits A Game-Winner In Phoenix By October, I think I did know subconsciously that A’ja Wilson was the greatest player in the history of women’s basketball. Her fourth MVP award now meant an astonishing hit rate: She has played eight seasons…

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:01 AM EST • Sports • defector.com
Powerball jackpot rises to $1.6B, fifth-largest in US lottery history

The Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $1.6 billion with a cash value of $735.3 million after there was no winner in Saturday's drawing.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:01 AM EST • Business • foxbusiness.com
A Common Vitamin Could Help Protect Your Lungs From Air Pollution

This looks promising.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:00 AM EST • Science • sciencealert.com
A look back at art and entertainment in 2025 in New Orleans.

A look back at the highs and lows in art and entertainment in New Orleans in 2025, from Super Bowl LIX to new comedy festivals and more.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:00 AM EST • Entertainment • nola.com
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2025 was a tumultuous year in New Orleans politics

2025 was full of historic events, including a deadly terrorist attack, a snowstorm and hosting Super Bowl LIX. But ironically enough, it was the inability of city government to perform seemingly simple duties, like following through on deals and staying on budget, that revealed the true dysfunction at City Hall.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:00 AM EST • Politics • nola.com
Calls for penalties as outrage grows over limited release of Epstein files

Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie build bipartisan coalition to hold attorney general Pam Bondi in contempt of Congress

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Dec 22, 2025 • 8:33 AM EST • Politics • theguardian.com
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#CAAHoops MBB Notebook

CAA MEN'S BASKETBALL NOTEBOOK – DEC. 22, 2025

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Dec 22, 2025 • 8:30 AM EST • Sports • caasports.com
Q&A: Ollie Gabriel, Wedgewood Entertainment District

Musician/entrepreneur behind upcoming businesses Aura Lounge, BHOPS Sports Zone discusses long-range vision for growth

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Dec 22, 2025 • 8:30 AM EST • Entertainment • nashvillepost.com
San Mateo seeks to solidify local business

As San Mateo approves a three-year economic development plan, the City Council reiterated the need for diversifying its small business base — ensuring key establishments such as grocery stores and

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Dec 22, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Business • smdailyjournal.com
Louisiana politicians in 2025 rolled back public health and environmental efforts

There are a range of issues facing Louisiana residents as 2025 draws to a close, from skyrocketing insurance costs, stronger storms, uncertainty over healthcare and limited resources for working families and people experiencing poverty.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • nola.com
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This Louisiana 20 year old turned four years in a hospital into a business idea

Hunter Henry received a heart transplant in 2021. Four years later he owns his own business, inspired by his time eating hospital food.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Business • theadvocate.com
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Louisiana politicians in 2025 rolled back public health and environmental efforts

There are a range of issues facing Louisiana residents as 2025 draws to a close, from skyrocketing insurance costs, stronger storms, uncertainty over healthcare and limited resources for working families and people experiencing poverty.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Politics • nola.com
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AMC Entertainment Scores Its Biggest Pre-Christmas Holiday Weekend Since 2021, as More Than 4 Million Moviegoers Visited an AMC or ODEON Cinemas Location From Thursday Through Sunday

LEAWOOD, Kan., December 22, 2025--AMC Entertainment (NYSE: AMC), the largest theatrical exhibitor in the United States and the world, today announced a strong opening-weekend performance for AVATAR: FIRE & ASH at AMC’s U.S. theatres and internationally at ODEON Cinemas. Combined with solid performances from several other new releases and holdover films, AMC enjoyed its best pre-Christmas holiday weekend since 2021, based on attendance and admissions revenue.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:40 AM EST • Entertainment • finance.yahoo.com
Cowboys Weekend Headlines: It's all Jerry Jones' fault

A look at the top 10 stories from the weekend, include the Cowboys' fate finalized, plus the NFL playoff picture.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:19 AM EST • Sports • cowboyswire.usatoday.com
Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. could reshape entertainment industry

Netflix is making one of the biggest moves in entertainment history. On Dec. 5, the company announced plans to acquire the film and television businesses of Warner Brothers Discovery in a deal valued at roughly $72 billion in equity. If approved, the acquisition would bring together two of the most powerful forces in modern entertainment....

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:05 AM EST • Entertainment • knightcrier.org
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Five big global health wins in 2025 that will save millions of lives

From HIV to TB, scientists and doctors made breakthroughs in treatment and prevention of some of the world’s deadliest diseases

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • theguardian.com
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A direct sequel to Halo Infinite is here, but it isn't a new game — new story beats unfold in a medium you probably wouldn't expect

Halo Infinite’s story didn’t end with the campaign, but its continuation arrived somewhere most players were not expecting or actively looking for.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Technology • windowscentral.com
2025 Health Care Delivery Snapshot

In 2025, MSMS advanced physician interests through advocacy, collaboration, and direct support on payer, legal, and regulatory issues. MSMS submitted letters, individually or jointly, to federal and state legislators and regulators on issues including Medicare payment, Medicaid funding, telehealth, physician-owned hospitals, downcoding policies, out-of-network care, substance use disorder home health, ACA premium tax credits, immunizations, and medical student loans. MSMS met...

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • msms.org
Kennesaw State senior earns national scholarship from CVS Health

As her journey at Kennesaw State University nears completion, senior Anna Spruill will end her penultimate semester on a high note after being awarded a scholarship from the National Retail Federation Foundation (NRF).

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • kennesaw.edu
The Metadata Mission: How the ARC Project's Legacy Enriches Earth Science Data

The Analysis and Review of the Common Metadata Repository (ARC) project is transitioning to ESDIS management and will continue to ensure that NASA’s Earth observation metadata records are correct, complete, and consistent.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • earthdata.nasa.gov
Stars leaving L.A., leadership lessons and fighting Parkinson's: Our favorite 2025 sports stories

The Times' sports reporting staff selects their favorite story from 2025, a showcase of stories that hold a special place with 17 writers.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • latimes.com
The big business stories in Hollywood with entertainment reporter John Horn

With box office revenues continuing to slump, a major studio up for sale, and the announcement that the Academy Awards will go to YouTube in 2029, this has been a tumultuous year in Hollywood.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 6:50 AM EST • Entertainment • wbur.org
Idaho isn’t sure mental health cuts will save money long-term, Medicaid director says

Idaho health officials aren’t sure that a Medicaid contractor’s cuts to critical mental health services will save money long-term.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 6:15 AM EST • Health • idahocapitalsun.com
These 5 Oklahoma politics stories were popular in 2025

Each story we brought you in 2025 is important. However, these five are among the most popular of the year and display the rich breadth of what KOSU offers in Oklahoma political news.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 6:15 AM EST • Politics • kosu.org
Ranking the top Ohio high school stories of 2025 in Columbus

The Dispatch looks back at the top central Ohio high school sports stories of 2025. See what made our list.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 6:02 AM EST • Sports • dispatch.com
Idaho’s senior senator has doubled down on brutal cuts to health care in 'big, beautiful' tax plan

On Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025, Idaho’s senior senator doubled down on the brutal cuts to health care contained in the 2025 tax plan, introducing another plan that goes farther in fracturing health care in Idaho. Instead of finding his better angel, he has assumed the role of Ebeneezer Scrooge. And just in time for Christmas! […]

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Dec 22, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • idahocapitalsun.com
Grid Addicts: Gallerist Todd von Ammon on the Art Business’s Contradictions

Washington, D.C. art dealer Todd von Ammon writes in a column about the trouble posed by current gallery and fair business models.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Business • news.artnet.com
2025’s Scientific Landscape Upended as Federal Overhauls, Public Health Setbacks, Climate Rollbacks and Cosmic Surprises Collide

A look back at 2025’s biggest science stories—from federal upheaval and public health setbacks to climate policy reversals and groundbreaking discoveries in space.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Science • scientificamerican.com
2025’s Scientific Landscape Upended as Federal Overhauls, Public Health Setbacks, Climate Rollbacks and Cosmic Surprises Collide

A look back at 2025’s biggest science stories—from federal upheaval and public health setbacks to climate policy reversals and groundbreaking discoveries in space.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • scientificamerican.com
Balancing Water and Wildlife: How Science Guides the State Water Project

As a series of atmospheric rivers bring rain and high elevation snow to communities throughout California, the winter storms are crucial for the State Water Project, helping fill reservoirs and support water deliveries.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 5:18 AM EST • Science • water.ca.gov
Lee Health: A thoughtful transition; a confident future

I have informed the Lee Health board of directors that I will not renew my contract when it concludes on Sept. 30, 2026.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 5:12 AM EST • Health • naplesnews.com
Christmas Candlelight Tour in Kirkwood celebrates magical holiday season [photos]

The Christmas season was celebrated in a magical way at the Gnome Countryside's Christmas Candlelight Tour in Kirkwood on Friday through Sunday evenings. Tours featured a bonfire, storytelling, songs, a

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Dec 22, 2025 • 5:05 AM EST • Entertainment • lancasteronline.com
Column | I’m a doctor. Here are 10 science-backed tips to help you get healthier.

New routines don’t stick overnight. So pick one habit at a time and make it as easy as possible.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Science • washingtonpost.com
Bookman: Republicans are fighting a losing battle on health care

In politics, as in war, victory often depends on your choice of battlefield. Here in Georgia, U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff has chosen health care and the economy as the grounds on which he will defend his Senate seat in next year’s election. His Republican opponents have chosen loyalty to Donald Trump and, I guess, “wokeness.” […]

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Dec 22, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • georgiarecorder.com
Some patients face hurdles getting HIV prevention drugs. Here's what to know

A daily preventive pill can be invaluable for people at risk for HIV. But some doctors don't know much about prescribing them. And billing headaches are common. Here's how to overcome those hurdles.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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New LSU business school dean says students want to 'manage their own destiny'

"Also, if you think about modern-day students, they're always stimulated by technology, right? They've got earbuds in or are always doing something. So we have to rise to the occasion to get their attention in a meaningful way to be able to educate them."

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Dec 22, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • nola.com
Comptroller Auditing Troubled Health Benefits Fund for City Workers

In audio obtained by THE CITY, District Council 37 executive director Henry Garrido railed against the Comptroller’s probe as “outrageous,” “unprecedented” and a “political stunt.”

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Dec 22, 2025 • 4:59 AM EST • Health • thecity.nyc
Burlington business gives torn apparel a second chance

Crafters in Burlington give torn and tattered goods a second chance.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 4:42 AM EST • Business • wcax.com
TQI's Top Quantum Business Stories of 2025

The Quantum Insider will take a look back to review just some of the business stories that captured our community’s attention.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 4:08 AM EST • Business • thequantuminsider.com
December 22, 2025: Rural Health Symposium Opens Registration, Announces Call for Abstracts

The Duke University School of Nursing will convene healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, community leaders, and policymakers for a 1-day symposium dedicated to reducing rural health disparities across North Carolina through […]

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Dec 22, 2025 • 4:00 AM EST • Health • rethinkingclinicaltrials.org
Noah Hiles: The 2025 Christmas wish list for Pittsburgh sports fans

Dear Santa, I hope this letter finds you well. It’s been quite some time since we last spoke — 22 years if my memory is correct. Thank...

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Dec 22, 2025 • 4:00 AM EST • Sports • post-gazette.com
UK health minister vows to prevent renewed doctors' strikes

Britain's health minister Wes Streeting said he would do everything he can to prevent further strikes by hospital doctors who returned to work on Monday after a five-day walkout.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 2:37 AM EST • Health • reuters.com
What to Stream: 'Stranger Things,' Jennifer Lawrence, 'Ne Zha II' and Kate Winslet

Jennifer Lawrence playing a new mother whose behavior becomes increasingly erratic in “Die My Love” and three more “Stranger Things” episodes are some of the new television, films, music and

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Dec 22, 2025 • 1:54 AM EST • Entertainment • lancasteronline.com
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Westwood business owner speaks out after thief targets shop in smash and grab

Small business owner Jaclyn Frondorf is speaking out after her store, Montclair Street, was broken into on Friday. Frondorf says that three other stores in Westwood were also targeted this week.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 1:09 AM EST • Business • wlwt.com
'Still excited' - Lim, 71, the oldest flinger in town

PDC World Championship history-maker Paul Lim, 71, discusses his longevity in darts as he prepares to face Luke Humphries at Alexandra Palace.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 1:07 AM EST • Sports • bbc.com
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The new Pac-12 Conference partners with Playfly Sports for Sponsorship Development

The Pac-12 Conference and Playfly Sports today jointly announced a partnership that will see the sports industry’s leading revenue-maximization company serve as the new Pac-12’s partner for sponsorship development. The partnership begins immediately, ahead of the new league’s launch for the 2026-27 season. As part of the partnership, Playfly will assist the Pac-12 in building a centralized revenue engine powered by data, valuation expertise and scalable brand integrations. This model will focus on developing innovative partnerships that align with evolving fan behavior and brand objectives.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 1:03 AM EST • Sports • pac-12.com
CBS correspondent accuses Bari Weiss of 'political' move in pulling '60 Minutes' piece

A '60 Minutes' story on the imprisonment of Venezuelan deportees was scheduled to air Sunday.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 1:01 AM EST • Politics • latimes.com
$20,000 worth of collectibles stolen ahead of grand opening celebration at La Verne business

The thief ransacked the card collectible store overnight, getting away with thousands of dollars worth of vintage sports items and Pokémon trading cards.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:55 AM EST • Business • abc7.com
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Zorts Sports Announces Strategic Partnership With GAME Network to Expand Youth and Amateur Sports Visibility

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zorts Sports, a leading sports-technology platform powering youth and amateur tournaments nationwide, today announced a strategic partnership with GAME Network, a rapidly growing sports-streaming and athlete-driven content network. The partnership brings together Zorts’ tournament infrastructure and GAME Network’s media and broadcasting capabilities to create a more connected ecosystem for athletes, event operators, families, and fans. Zorts provides

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:28 AM EST • Sports • finance.yahoo.com
Tillamook businesses celebrate major sales boost on Small Business Saturday

Downtown Tillamook was buzzing on Black Friday, and again on November 29, as small businesses welcomed a steady stream of shoppers for the Tillamook Chamber’s annual Small Business Saturday event.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:08 AM EST • Business • tillamookheadlightherald.com
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Analysis:Slow pace of Epstein disclosures sets off new storm to batter Trump

The Justice Department is denying accusations of a cover-up and of flouting a new law following its partial and extensively redacted releases of files on Jeffrey Epstein in an ever-deepening political storm President Donald Trump can’t shake.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:01 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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If not pet, why pet shape? Science says raccoons aren't quite there : Short Wave

Dogs are man’s best friend. And it’s no secret that we at Short Wave love cats (Regina has four)! Both of these iconic pets have been domesticated – evolved and adapted to live alongside humans – for millennia. And a recent study suggests that the common raccoon may be on its first steps towards joining them. So how do scientists look for signs of domestication and what do those signs mean? And could you have a litter box trained raccoon in your lifetime? We talk to the study’s lead author, Raffaela Lesch, to find out.Interested in more animal science stories? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:00 AM EST • Science • npr.org
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The internet just made a 300TB copy of Spotify!

Nearly all of Spotify has been scraped, and it's already on torrents.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 10:58 PM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
Dallas Stars vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
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Dec 21, 2025 • 10:15 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Trump says he is naming Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry special envoy to Greenland

It wasn’t immediately clear what Landry’s responsibilities with the role would be.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 10:11 PM EST • Politics • nola.com
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NJ family hobby shop to close after more than 40 years in business

"All good things must come to an end," said the owners of AAA Hobbies and Crafts, a family business that dates back to a basement in the 1950s.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 10:04 PM EST • Business • 6abc.com
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One Protein Is a Better Predictor of Heart Disease Than Cholesterol

It's always more complicated.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 10:02 PM EST • Science • sciencealert.com
Mavrik Bourque with a Goal vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
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Dec 21, 2025 • 10:01 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Politics Now: Year in review

Politics Now host John Langeler and a panel of former Democratic Clark County Commissioner Chris Guinchigliani & former Republican Assemblyman Tom Roberts look at the biggest political stories …

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Dec 21, 2025 • 9:56 PM EST • Politics • 8newsnow.com
Canopy Northwest Arkansas expo in Fayetteville puts focus on immigrants pursuing business dreams

FAYETTEVILLE -- Businesses ranging from makers of homemade jams and jellies to major home renovators lined the walls at Canopy Northwest Arkansas' immigrant-owned business expo.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 9:45 PM EST • Business • nwaonline.com
Doctors warn of surging flu cases
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Dec 21, 2025 • 8:54 PM EST • Health • cbsnews.com
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Maggie Hassan says deal is still possible to avoid health insurance rate hikes

Senator Maggie Hassan discusses how time is running out to make a deal on health insurance subsidies under the Affordable Care Act.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 8:21 PM EST • Health • wmur.com
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Springville woman given probation for hitting employee with car after stealing sports cards

A Springville woman pleaded guilty to hitting an employee with her car after stealing sports cards from an antiques store.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 8:15 PM EST • Sports • ksl.comhttps
Colorado gov accuses Trump of playing 'political games' on disaster requests

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis has accused President Donald Trump of playing “political games” after the Trump administration denied disaster declaration requests made by the state

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Dec 21, 2025 • 8:02 PM EST • Politics • abcnews.go.com
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Actor James Ransone, known for his role in 'The Wire,' dead at 46

Ransone played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire"

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:34 PM EST • Entertainment • spectrumnews1.com
Top science stories of 2025

In a year of funding chaos, ongoing climate change and pollution perils, we also saw the most powerful telescope yet, personalized gene therapy, and the next-best-thing to an HIV vaccine — not to mention a brand-new color

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • knowablemagazine.org
Book examines life purpose, from ancient wisdom to emerging science

In a new book, “Purpose in Life as Ancient but Nascent,” psychology professor Anthony Burrow and colleagues explore purpose through the lens of psychology, philosophy and human development to help readers cultivate a sense of purpose.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • news.cornell.edu
CORSAIR finally ships 0x12F BIOS update for Vengeance i8200 Z790 systems

Corsair finally releases new BIOS for Raptor Lake, half a year late CORSAIR has finally pushed a new BIOS for the Vengeance i8200, and it is the update

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Technology • videocardz.com
Parkinson’s breakthrough changes what we know about dopamine

A new study shows dopamine isn’t the brain’s movement “gas pedal” after all. Instead of setting speed or strength, it quietly enables movement in the background, much like oil in an engine. When scientists manipulated dopamine during movement, nothing changed—but restoring baseline dopamine levels made a big difference. The finding could reshape how Parkinson’s disease is treated.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
A traditional Brazilian plant shows unexpected strength against arthritis

A Brazilian study has confirmed that Joseph’s Coat, a plant used for generations in folk medicine, can significantly reduce inflammation and arthritis symptoms in lab tests. Researchers observed less swelling, healthier joints, and signs of tissue protection. Just as important, the extract showed a promising safety profile at tested doses. The discovery could pave the way for new plant-based anti-inflammatory treatments.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
iRobot founder says company's bankruptcy revealed a new kind of competitor: 'The Chinese fast follower'

As iRobot's founder Colin Angle looks back on its path to bankruptcy, he says it was hard to overcome competitors in China.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 6:17 PM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Motorcycle groups make special delivery to UVA Health Children’s Hospital

Harrisonburg’s Proud American Riders and Brotherhood on Wheels made a heartfelt delivery to UVA Health Children’s.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 6:14 PM EST • Health • 29news.com
Motorcycle group delivers holiday cheer to UVA Health Children’s

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- The holidays can be especially challenging for children and families spending the season in the hospital, but one motorcycle group is working to ensure no

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:47 PM EST • Health • cbs19news.com
Scientists say they have discovered 20 new species deep in the Pacific Ocean

Researchers retrieved reef monitoring devices that had been placed in deep coral reefs in Guam. The devices were placed up to 330 feet below the surface.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:23 PM EST • Science • kpbs.org
Scientists say they have discovered 20 new species deep in the Pacific Ocean

Researchers retrieved reef monitoring devices that had been placed in deep coral reefs in Guam. The devices were placed up to 330 feet below the surface.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:23 PM EST • Science • npr.org
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Scottish Open: Chris Wakelin defeats Chang Bingyu in final to win title

England's Chris Wakelin wins eight frames in a row on his way to securing the Scottish Open title with a 9-2 victory over Chang Bingyu in Edinburgh on Sunday.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:20 PM EST • Sports • bbc.com
'Scandalized' podcast argues political scandals are more than gossip

NPR's Miles Parks talks with political scientists Charlie Hunt and Jaci Kettler about their podcast "Scandalized" which unpacks political scandals from American history.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:11 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Business Ins and Outs: Sushi place, Round the Clock, Honey Jam, Jimmy John's, Dunkin' and Tsunami Express opening

Business Ins and Outs: Sushi place, Round the Clock, Honey Jam, Jimmy John's, Dunkin' and Tsunami Express opening

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:00 PM EST • Business • nwitimes.com
Senate stares down fraught health care battle with ObamaCare subsidies set to expire

Senate negotiators are set for a high-wire act on health care in the coming weeks after leaving Washington for the holidays without a resolution on the expiring enhanced subsidies, with lawmakers i…

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:00 PM EST • Health • thehill.com
Sudlersville man arrested for attempted arson of Ridgely business

The Office of the State Fire Marshal announced today they have arrested a 26-year-old Sudlersville man for attempted arson targeting a business in Ridgely.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 4:14 PM EST • Business • wboc.com