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Bio-Med Science Academy STEM School to relocate to Ohio college campus

Bio-Med Science Academy STEM School will consolidate its Shalersville and Ravenna campuses into one location by the fall of 2027.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 3:07 PM EST • Science • cleveland.com
Small Stories, Big Science at the Smithsonian’s Conservation Biology Institute in 2025

Take a look at some bite-sized stories about our science programs this year.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 2:29 PM EST • Science • nationalzoo.si.edu
Gemini app now lets you edit with Nano Banana by drawing, detect AI videos

The Gemini app is adding a “new way to prompt with Nano Banana” by drawing or annotating directly on images.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 2:13 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Witness video of fiery business jet crash at North Carolina regional airport

A business jet crashed Thursday at a regional airport in North Carolina used by NASCAR teams and Fortune 500 companies, erupting in a large fire and killing multiple people, authorities said.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 2:00 PM EST • Business • apnews.com
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New Hubble images may solve the case of a disappearing exoplanet

A massive collision between two asteroid-sized bodies around a nearby star offers a rare look at the violent process of planetary construction.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 2:00 PM EST • Science • sciencenews.org
Pixel 10's promised GPU update arrives in Android 16 QPR3

As promised by Google earlier this year, a GPU driver update has arrived for the Pixel 10 series in Android...

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Dec 18, 2025 • 1:30 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
D.C. auditor finds advisory neighborhood commissioner misused public funds

The auditor found that Salim Adofo, the ANC 8C chair who ran for D.C. Council twice, used government funds for politics and referred the case to the D.C. attorney general.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 1:15 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Dallas Cowboys dominate Forbes’ most valuable teams list

Dallas Cowboys valued at $13 billion, leading Forbes' list. Discover how branding and stadium revenue play a crucial role in their success.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 1:02 PM EST • Sports • nbcdfw.com
A business jet crashed while landing at an airport in North Carolina, erupting in a large fire

Authorities say a business jet crashed while landing at a regional airport in Statesville, North Carolina, erupting in a large fire.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 12:48 PM EST • Business • local10.com
How former Republican Geoff Duncan plans to win Georgia for Democrats

With a pitch to Democrats, independents and 'disgusted' Republicans, Geoff Duncan says he's the only Democrat who can beat Republicans in 2026.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 12:17 PM EST • Politics • ajc.com
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Google Pixel tweaks emoji designs to match iPhone in latest Android 16 beta [Gallery]

As a part of the Android 16 QPR3 beta update that rolled out to Google Pixel phones yesterday, Google has...

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Dec 18, 2025 • 12:15 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Cessna business jet crashes at North Carolina airport; plane owned by NASCAR driver reports say

A private jet crashed Thursday morning at a North Carolina regional airport and the wreckage burst into flames.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 11:57 AM EST • Business • wsbtv.com
Amazon Expands Business Prime With New Benefits For Small Businesses

(RTTNews) - Amazon (AMZN) on Thursday said that Amazon Business has enhanced its Business Prime membership by adding new benefits through partnerships with Intuit QuickBooks, CrowdStrike, and Gusto, aimed at helping small and midsize businesses save time and money.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 10:17 AM EST • Business • nasdaq.com
Branson Entertainment and the Idea of America. An interview with Dr. Joanna Dee Das.

Washington University professor Dr. Joanna Dee Das has done research at the intersection of live performance and history. Her latest book is titled "Faith, Family, and Flag: Branson Entertainment and the Idea of America." Dr. Das spoke with KSMU about her book earlier this month.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Entertainment • ksmu.org
Amazon's new Alexa+ feature adds conversational AI to Ring doorbells

Amazon said that the feature uses the Ring doorbell's video descriptions to determine who the person in front the camera is based on their uniform, actions, and what they are holding.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 9:00 AM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
UNI Athletics sets All-Sports Reunion for Homecoming 2026

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa --- The UNI Athletics Department on Thursday announced that it will hold an all-sports reunion as part of the 2026 homecoming celebration.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Sports • unipanthers.com
Capitol agenda: Congress leaves health mess for January

Lawmakers will return after the holidays to resume their health care fight — and stare down another funding cliff.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • politico.com
Letters to the Editor: Members of Congress should look at their own healthcare plans before cutting ours

'What is so hypocritical and unfair about the Republicans’ desire to slash health programs that serve most Americans is the fact that American citizens provide most of the money for the generous health benefits of Congress,' writes an L.A. Times reader.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • latimes.com
Arts and entertainment events happening December 18th-21st across the Mid-Ohio Valley

Lyndsay Dennis joins Daybreak to discuss what’s happening December 18th-21st across the Mid-Ohio Valley!

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:28 AM EST • Entertainment • wtap.com
RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz to announce moves to ban gender-affirming care for young people

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to announce a package of measures that would together ban gender-affirming care for minors. A press conference is set for 11 a.m. Thursday.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:24 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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Among sports crossover pols, Tuberville still standing: Down in Alabama

Listen to "Down in Alabama" wherever you get your podcasts.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:01 AM EST • Sports • al.com
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Wayne Guymon Named Vice President & General Manager of Learfield’s USC Sports Properties

LOS ANGELES – Learfield and USC Athletics announced today that 25-year industry veteran Wayne Guymon has been named the Vice President & General Manager of t...

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • usctrojans.com
Tampa’s Water Street will get new concert venue, hotel, parking and more

Vinik Sports group will manage the entertainment venue, located near Benchmark International Arena.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Entertainment • tampabay.com
Faith-based entertainment sees a revival in Hollywood

As more movies and TV series about Biblical characters crop up, defining what counts as 'faith-based' can be a challenge.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Entertainment • thegazette.com
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McGraw was ‘Raised on K-State’ - Kansas State University Athletics

They train together, father and son, running hills in northeast Kansas, even now — especially now — as Lawson McGraw finishes his senior year at Blue Valley ...

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • kstatesports.com
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'There is no accountability.' Lawmakers, advocates call for more oversight of prison health care

A Sun-Times investigation found the state's new prison health care provider comes with a disturbing track record.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 6:30 AM EST • Health • chicago.suntimes.com
How Bentley’s brand is creating business advantage in disruptive times

The Supersports model is a loud and proud reminder of Bentley’s legacy, executed at a pivotal moment in automotive history.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Business • fortune.com
Once a pariah, Saudi Arabia is now Hollywood's hot cash source

Saudi Arabia’s prominent role in some of the most consequential Hollywood deals in a generation is just the latest and perhaps the most audacious move by the kingdom to expand its footprint in the U.S. entertainment industry.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Entertainment • latimes.com
The 12 best needle drops of 2025

These songs made their scenes indelible, from classic rock and dance pop to old-timey blues and thrash. There's even a former Beatle on here.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Entertainment • latimes.com
In Memoriam 2025: Media & Entertainment

In the Media & Entertainment section of our In Memoriam issue, we remember Jerry Strobel, Dolores Seigenthaler and more.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Entertainment • nashvillescene.com
In Memoriam 2025: Business

In the Business section of our In Memoriam issue, we commemorate Kathleen Cotter, ‘Santa’ Irwin, Jim Ayers and many others.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Business • nashvillescene.com
Column | Trump tweets, White House staff disruptions trigger 2017 déjà vu

GOP lawmakers are battling the same distractions as in Trump’s first term despite talk of stability in the West Wing.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
In Memoriam 2025: Politics

In the Politics section of our In Memoriam issue, we commemorate John Carney Jr., state Sen. Frank Niceley, Judge Randall Wyatt and more.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • nashvillescene.com
Blank Foundation to give $6 million to sports programs in metro Atlanta schools

The foundation, in partnership with Atlanta United, the Atlanta Falcons and the PGA Tour Superstore, will provide the funding to six school districts over three years.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Sports • ajc.com
Democrats’ showing in Georgia special elections boosts party, unnerves Republicans

Competitive special elections have put once-securely Republican districts in play for Democrats, who seek to inch toward controlling the Georgia House in 2026.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • ajc.com
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Kent State University Adds Women’s Wrestling as 20th Varsity Sport, Planned to Compete in 2027 - Kent State Golden Flashes

KENT, Ohio — Kent State University announced today that women's wrestling will become the athletics department's 20th varsity sport, marking a historic addit...

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Dec 18, 2025 • 4:58 AM EST • Sports • kentstatesports.com
Omaha community health expert talks Pillen's new Medicaid work requirements

Nebraska is the first state require proof of work for those using expanded Medicaid services. One health expert shares what the changes could mean for

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Dec 18, 2025 • 12:02 AM EST • Health • ketv.com
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Poll: The affordability crisis is disrupting politics in 1 country after another

The international poll illustrates the uphill battle many leaders face in trying to contain the intertwined economic and political backlash.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 12:01 AM EST • Politics • politico.com
Erik Newson receives promotion at ATG Entertainment

The industry longtimer is now ATGE’s senior vice president of music, comedy and events programming in North America.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 11:02 PM EST • Entertainment • broadwaynews.com
Millions of Californians to see health care premiums soar as federal subsidies set to expire

If the enhanced health care tax credits do expire as expected, insurance costs are expected to double, on average, for about 22 million people who get their coverage through the Affordable Care Act.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 10:16 PM EST • Health • nbcsandiego.com
‘Today’ Show’s Al Roker Rebukes Trump Goon for Blowing Up Science

The climate change-denying White House says it’s moving to dismantle a “woke” climate center.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 9:47 PM EST • Science • thedailybeast.com
Stauber votes for Republican health care bill

The bill does not extend enhanced subsidies for the Affordable Care Act. If left to expire on Dec. 31, 22 million ACA enrollees would see their monthly health insurance premiums double on average.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 9:44 PM EST • Health • duluthnewstribune.com
Google Pixel gets a slick new folder animation, other launcher UI tweaks

Android 16 QPR3 launched today for Google Pixel devices, bringing some interesting tweaks to round out the later stages of...

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Dec 17, 2025 • 9:41 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
2025 in Review: Reds playoff run, Bengals struggles headline year in Cincinnati sports

Another year is almost in the books and for fans of Cincinnati sports teams, 2025 represented a bit of a mixed bag.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 9:04 PM EST • Sports • wlwt.com
Syracuse takes care of business in win over Mercyhurst

The Syracuse Orange hosted Mercyhurst on Wednesday at the JMA Wireless Dome.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 9:00 PM EST • Business • syracuse.com
Android 16 QPR3 adds a blue dot to show when apps are using your location

Google has added a new blue dot that notifies the user if an app is using location permissions, just like the green camera/microphone dot.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 8:54 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Google Pixel adds Samsung's navigation button layout in latest Android 16 beta

In the latest Android 16 beta release, Google Pixel phones are adding support for the same navigation button layout as Samsung uses.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 8:30 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Role Model to headline entertainment for 2026 Discover NHL Winter Classic

Will perform at Enterprise NHL pregame fan festival, also during 1st intermission at loanDepot park on Jan. 2

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Dec 17, 2025 • 8:18 PM EST • Entertainment • nhl.com
Trump to address the nation amid economic pressure, tensions with Venezuela

The president is expected to tout his economic accomplishments during his first year back in office.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 8:07 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
‘People business first and the food business second.’ Artie T. testifies in court battle to regain Market Basket post.

Deposed Market Basket chief executive Arthur T. Demoulas took the stand Wednesday, vigorously refuting the case that the company's board made for firing him.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 8:00 PM EST • Business • bostonglobe.com
LG's First Dolby FlexConnect Soundbar Lets You Place Speakers Anywhere

The company unveiled its surround system which lets you add speakers to any TV if you buy the soundbar.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 8:00 PM EST • Technology • cnet.com
Scientists spent 10 years chasing a particle that wasn’t there

After a decade of painstaking measurements, scientists have delivered a major plot twist in particle physics: a long-hypothesized “mystery particle” likely doesn’t exist. Using the MicroBooNE experiment at Fermilab, researchers analyzed neutrinos from two powerful beams and found no evidence for a sterile neutrino, ruling it out with 95% certainty.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Judges quiz California and GOP attorneys in Prop. 50 redistricting case

Three federal judges questioned attorneys as they weigh whether to grant the GOP’s request to block congressional redistricting under Proposition 50.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 6:46 PM EST • Politics • latimes.com
House Republicans vote to let Obamacare subsidies lapse

A House GOP-authored health care bill passed the chamber Wednesday night but won’t be the final word on the future of the enhanced tax credits.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 6:32 PM EST • Health • politico.com
Apple Music app now available on ChatGPT, here’s how to use it

Following yesterday’s announcement that Apple Music would soon be available on ChatGPT, the app is now live. Here’s what you can do with it.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 6:29 PM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Midlands families face healthcare uncertainty as Cigna, Lexington Health split

Midlands families insured through Cigna are facing new uncertainty about their healthcare after an announcement that Cigna will no longer cover care at Lexington Health the same way.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 6:28 PM EST • Health • wistv.com
Where’s the snow: Is weather affecting business in Big Sky?

Big Sky ski rental shops report slower business due to warm weather limiting terrain, though tourism officials remain optimistic about bookings.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 6:19 PM EST • Business • kbzk.com
Trump attempts domestic reset with White House address Wednesday evening

The president’s approval ratings reached their lowest numbers in late November. Even some supporters say he has done too little to improve their lives.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 6:13 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Republicans defy House leadership to force vote on healthcare subsidies

Democrats push vote on extension of healthcare subsidies that millions of people rely on for coverage.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 5:58 PM EST • Health • aljazeera.com
As flu season hits, new ‘K’ variant has health experts concerned and urging vaccinations

A new strain of influenza has become the most prevalent form of the virus this year.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 5:54 PM EST • Health • oregonlive.com
VA to launch largest reorganization of health care system in 30 years

The Department of Veterans Affairs will slash the number of networks that support VA medical centers and realign policy offices to promote consistency.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 5:31 PM EST • Health • militarytimes.com
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Chance Bar owner shares business struggles this holiday season

The holiday season can be one of the busiest times of the year, but some Fort Wayne business owners say this year looks a little different.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 5:30 PM EST • Business • 21alivenews.com
New December 2025 update rolling out to some Pixel phones

Some Pixel owners today are getting a new December 2025 update today after installing the initial release (Android 16 QPR2)...

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Dec 17, 2025 • 4:35 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Americans give Trump low marks on the economy in new poll : The NPR Politics Podcast

Only 36% of Americans approve of President Trump’s handling of the economy in a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. We discuss what might be driving that discontent and how much Trump’s tariff policies are to blame. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 4:19 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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I Won't Use This Potential iOS 26.3 Feature, but You Can if You're Craving an Android

Apple could also make it easier for you to connect a non-Apple smartwatch to your iPhone with the upcoming update.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 4:03 PM EST • Technology • cnet.com
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Dec. 18 #451

Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 4:01 PM EST • Sports • cnet.com
Teladoc Health provides free virtual health services to those impacted by WA flooding

Teladoc Health is providing free virtual health services to those impacted by Washington’s historic flooding.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 2:44 PM EST • Health • kiro7.com
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Savannah business owner offers $25,000 reward for information in Forsyth Park acid attack

Nine Line Apparel is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect in last week’s acid attack in Forsyth Park.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 2:39 PM EST • Business • wtoc.com
Meta is pausing its dream of sharing Quest's Horizon OS with third-party headset makers

The company said that it would revisit opportunities for third-party partnerships in the future.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 2:32 PM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
'Non-Political' Creators Have Outsized Influence on Audience's Politics, Study Finds

Measuring the Joe Rogan effect.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 2:30 PM EST • Politics • gizmodo.com
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Charlie’s Beat: Bringing poetry to the people

You know how there can be something going on right under your nose but you are unaware for some reason? And then you discover it and it’s just the coolest

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Dec 17, 2025 • 2:15 PM EST • Entertainment • madisoncourier.com
Maternal health bus, midwife training coming to Alabama

A new maternal health initiative is coming to Alabama to establish a community-driven effort.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 2:07 PM EST • Health • al.com
Watch Gainesville vs. Thomas County Central in Georgia 5A football championship: Live stream

The game begins at 8 p.m, on Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 1:45 PM EST • Sports • syracuse.com
What it costs to live in America’s iconic holiday movie towns

Redfin Real Estate reports on the affordability of iconic holiday movie towns, revealing high prices in places like Winnetka, Illinois, and NYC, while others are more accessible.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 1:30 PM EST • Entertainment • cbs19news.com
Oscars will move to YouTube from ABC starting in 2029

The Academy Awards will stream live and free worldwide on YouTube beginning in 2029, ending a more than five-decade run on broadcast television and marking the show’s biggest distribution shift in its history.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 1:15 PM EST • Entertainment • latimes.com
iOS 26.3 public beta now available, here’s what’s new

iOS 26.3 is now available in public beta, arriving just one day after the first developer beta debuted. Here’s what’s new.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 1:05 PM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
4 Ways You Can Turn Your Legacy Business Into a Modern Powerhouse

Businesses that blend traditional expertise with modern systems, transparency and customer education are gaining a powerful competitive edge.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 1:00 PM EST • Business • entrepreneur.com
The uphill battle for health care subsidies still hasn’t cleared the abortion hurdle

Abortion-rights and anti-abortion groups warn lawmakers that if they buck them, they will pay in the midterms

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Dec 17, 2025 • 12:54 PM EST • Health • politico.com
Gemini app adds 3 Flash ‘Fast’ and ‘Thinking’ models, with 3 ‘Pro’

With today’s launch, Gemini 3 Flash is widely rolling out to the Gemini app and AI Mode in Search. This is one...

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Dec 17, 2025 • 12:35 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Tariffs take a bit out of mom-and-pop stores as small business profit growth turns negative for first time in 18 months, BofA says

The NFIB survey never saw such a big jump in small businesses raising prices as it did between October and November.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 12:21 PM EST • Business • fortune.com
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Proposal would bring stadium, sports complex to Clearwater

The Landings Golf Course, which first opened in 1970, would be replaced. The stadium does not currently have any sports franchise as a potential suitor.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Sports • tampabay.com
Jackson reduces parking fees, expands free options amid business concerns

City council votes 6-1 to reduce daily parking fees from $10 to $7 and add another free lot for downtown employees.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 11:53 AM EST • Business • mlive.com
Google releases Find Hub app for Wear OS

As previously spotted in a promo video for the Pixel Watch 3, Google has released a Find Hub app for Wear OS.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 11:15 AM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Google Says Its New Gemini 3 Flash AI Model Is Better and Faster Than 2.5 Pro

Google says it sought to make a model that was both fast and smart.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 11:01 AM EST • Technology • cnet.com
Google launches Gemini 3 Flash, makes it the default model in the Gemini app

Google is making Gemini 3 Flash the default model in the Gemini app and oAI model for Search

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Dec 17, 2025 • 11:00 AM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
Holiday stage shows in New Orleans: Mannheim Steamroller, 'Nutcrackers' and more

Discover a sleigh-full of festive shows and performances keeping the holiday spirit alive in New Orleans.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 11:00 AM EST • Entertainment • nola.com
iOS 26.3: New features for your iPhone

Here are all of the new features coming as part of iOS 26.3, which is now available in beta for iPhone users.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 10:53 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
A giant in Monroe County politics and government honored by Morelle on the House floor

In a one-minute speech on the House floor , Congressmember Joe Morelle paid tribute Wednesday to Lucien Morin, Monroe County's first elected executive.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 10:51 AM EST • Politics • wxxinews.org
More than 10% of Congress won't return to their seats after 2026

NPR is tracking the record number of congressional lawmakers – now more than one in ten current members – who have announced plans to retire or run for a different office in 2026.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 10:30 AM EST • Politics • npr.org
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A new era for sports communication at UNC Hussman  | UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media

As director of UNC Hussman’s Sports Communication Focus Program, Distinguished Associate Professor of Sports Communication Livis Freeman is building on the work of the school’s legendary Distinguished Professor for Sports Communication John Sweeney. Sweeney, who retired last year, developed one of the most respected sports communication programs in the country. Freeman, now in his 12th year at the school, is launching an ambitious expansion of the program that is transforming how UNC prepares students for careers in sports media. The most visible change came this fall with a reimagining of “MEJO 377: Sports Communication.” Previously offered as two sections with 30 students each, the course expanded to 96 students and welcomed former UNC basketball star and NBA veteran Tyler Hansbrough as the co-instructor with Freeman, bringing real world professional experience directly into the classroom every week. The course has been a huge success. Students have participated in recording a podcast with Hansbrough and learned from an impressive lineup of guest speakers. Steve Kirschner, UNC’s senior associate director of athletics for communications, was the first in the course’s guest speaker series, followed by UNC Hussman alumni including Kaitlyn Schmidt ’23 from Bleacher Report, Deaton Bell ’90 from Turner Sports and Becca Royer ’19 from the Philadelphia 76ers. Travis Tygart, CEO of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, also shared his insights with the class. The highlight of the semester came when Roy Williams, who coached Hansbrough and the Tar Heels to a national championship in 2009, visited the classroom. Former UNC men’s basketball players Luke Maye and Marcus Ginyard showed up to support their former coach and Hansbrough, creating an unforgettable experience as Williams entertained students with stories and insights that captivated the room. Student demand has been overwhelming. The course reached capacity within two days of registration opening, with more than 40 students on the waitlist. “Students want to learn from people who have actually lived these experiences,” Freeman said. “Tyler shares insights into media relations, broadcast production and athlete communications that you simply can’t get from a textbook.” The model proved so successful that the school secured funding to continue it for the next five years, with a different former professional athlete co-teaching each fall. The school’s curriculum committee approved a proposal to expand the course to 150 to 200 students starting in fall 2026. This change will make it an introductory course accessible to students from across the University, transforming it into a showcase course for the entire campus. The course redesign represents just one piece of a broader sports communication program overhaul. This fall, the curriculum committee approved “MEJO 390: Sports Play by Play,” the first course of its kind at UNC. Limited to 10 advanced students, the course will be taught by Matt Krause, the current voice of UNC women’s basketball and an ACC Network broadcaster. Students will call actual games across multiple sports including women’s softball, soccer, volleyball, field hockey and lacrosse, as well as men’s soccer and lacrosse. They will also shadow broadcasts of men’s and women’s basketball games. “The sports broadcasting industry is exploding with streaming platforms and conference networks creating unprecedented demand,” Freeman said. The course emerged directly from student advocacy, led by Anna Laible ’26 and others who pushed for hands-on broadcasting experience. Professional equipment has been acquired, partnerships with UNC Athletics are in place and a soft launch began this semester with three experienced students calling games to test the system. The program’s growth extends into other specialized areas as well. Last spring, Stembler Professor Charlie Tuggle launched a new sports event management and hospitality course in partnership with On Location, a company that manages major sporting event experiences. The course provided students with opportunities to travel to the Super Bowl and NFL Draft, and Tuggle plans to take a group to the 2026 Milan Olympics this spring. Looking ahead to spring 2026, Associate Professor Ryan Thornburg will debut a sports data visualization course, adding another dimension to the program’s skill-building offerings. The curriculum expansion reflects the increasingly diverse career paths available in sports media, from traditional journalism and broadcasting to digital analytics and strategic communication. The program is also diving into one of college athletics’ most transformative developments: Name, Image and Likeness rights. Freeman’s “MEJO 466: Sports Marketing” class collaborated last spring with Associate Professor Gary Kayye’s “MEJO 371: Advertising Creative” class on a project with UNC’s Carolina NIL group to help rebrand their organization. That same semester, Kayye’s class envisioned Chapel Thrill, UNC football’s new pregame concert and entertainment experience. And Shaun Anderson, the school’s Knight Chair in Sports, Race and Media, continues to explore the broader implications of NIL through his research and teaching. These NIL-focused initiatives give students direct exposure to the business side of college athletics at a moment when the landscape is rapidly evolving. “Our students aren’t just learning about these changes,” Freeman said. “They’re actively helping shape how schools and athletes navigate them.” The transformation of UNC Hussman’s sports communication program reflects a broader philosophy about how to prepare students for careers in a rapidly changing industry. By bringing in professional practitioners like Hansbrough and Krause, partnering with industry leaders like On Location and ACC Network, and engaging with current issues like NIL, the program ensures students graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. For alumni who remember the foundations John Sweeney built, the expansion represents an evolution rather than a departure. The program still emphasizes strong reporting, strategic communication, ethical communication and critical thinking. But now it also offers students the chance to call live games, work on real NIL campaigns and learn directly from former professional athletes. “We’re not just teaching students about sports media,” Freeman said. “We’re giving them the tools, experiences and connections to actually build careers in it.” With new courses launching, professional partnerships deepening and enrollment expanding, UNC Hussman’s sports communication program is positioning itself as a national leader in preparing the next generation of sports media professionals. For current students, the message is clear: if you’re interested in sports communication, there’s never been a better time to be at UNC Hussman. And for the hundreds of students trying to get off waitlists and into these new courses, the school is working to create more opportunities. The program John Sweeney built is growing in ways that honor his legacy while meeting the demands of a new era in sports media.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 10:30 AM EST • Sports • hussman.unc.edu
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Dec 17, 2025 • 9:30 AM EST • Health • oregonlive.com
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