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Samsung Developing 'Wide Fold' With iPhone Fold-Like Design Ahead of Apple's 2026 Launch

Samsung is working on a new foldable smartphone that's wider and shorter than the models that it's released before, according to Korean news site ETNews. The "Wide Fold" will compete with Apple's iPhone Fold that's set to launch in September 2026. Samsung's existing Galaxy Z Fold7 display is 6.5 inches when closed, and 8 inches when open, with a 21:9 aspect ratio when folded and a 20:18 aspect ratio when open. Samsung has used a similar size for its prior Z Fold devices.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 2:55 PM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Vice President Vance presents a Christian vision of politics

In a speech this week, U.S. Vice President JD Vance, America’s second Catholic vice president, laid out a distinctly Christian vision for American politics.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 2:27 PM EST • Politics • catholicnewsagency.com
Office for Health Data, Outcomes, and Engagement Strategy (HDOES)

Learn more about Mount Sinai's Office for Diversity and Inclusion and its mission to advance equity, education, and health care for all.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 2:24 PM EST • Health • mountsinai.org
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Rep. Harriet Hageman, who defeated Liz Cheney, announces run for Wyoming Senate seat

Wyoming’s lone U.S. representative is running for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Cynthia Lummis, who isn’t seeking re-election.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 2:23 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
Fantasy Football Week 17 Running Back Rankings
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Dec 23, 2025 • 2:18 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Texas' Historically Underutilized Business program undergoes major changes

Thousands of Texas small businesses that were part of the HUB program no longer qualify.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 2:00 PM EST • Business • spectrumlocalnews.com
One big question: What was the biggest challenge of 2025 for Louisiana businesses?

We asked four experts from different corners of the state with different backgrounds: What was the single biggest challenge for business in 2025?

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Dec 23, 2025 • 2:00 PM EST • Business • nola.com
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Minnesota's biggest sports stories of 2025: Walter Cup win, "Nine" and more
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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:58 PM EST • Sports • cbsnews.com
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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:57 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
OPERA: Addressing Societal Needs with Satellite Data

Introduction

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:55 PM EST • Science • science.nasa.gov
Boston reports 114% surge in flu cases; Children most affected

Flu-related emergency department visits also increased 44% in that same period of time.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:54 PM EST • Health • wcvb.com
Christmas Day sports: Here's a look at the premier matchups on the holiday

The evolution of the Christmas Day sports calendar in the U.S. has given fans a respite if they need a break from family gatherings or just some entertainment while they sip on eggnog.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:38 PM EST • Sports • wral.com
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Christmas Day sports: Here's a look at the premier matchups on the holiday

The evolution of the Christmas Day sports calendar in the U.S. has given fans a respite if they need a break from family gatherings or just some entertainment while they sip on eggnog.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:35 PM EST • Sports • news4jax.com
Mike Tomlin on D.K. Metcalf taking swing at Lions fan: 'Don’t condone the behavior, but I support D.K.'
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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:24 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
49ers Players on Team's Mindset: 'Just Handle Business Each Week'

San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy, TE George Kittle, RB Christian McCaffrey, T Trent Williams, and LB Dee Winters highlighted team chemistry, preparation, and the importance of staying focused as the 49ers look ahead to the playoffs.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:17 PM EST • Business • 49ers.com
New poll finds Americans in sour mood on economy and US leadership

A wide-reaching new poll finds Americans are approaching 2026 with negative opinions about the economy, the direction of the nation and its leaders.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:15 PM EST • Politics • usatoday.com
DOJ Document Dump - Inside Politics with Dana Bash and Manu Raju - Podcast on CNN Podcasts
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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:14 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Harriet Hageman announces run for Wyoming Senate seat

Wyoming’s lone U.S. representative is running for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Cynthia Lummis, who isn’t seeking re-election.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:12 PM EST • Politics • news4jax.com
Sharks Sports & Entertainment's 2025 Holiday Assist

The San Jose Sharks partnered with Family Giving Tree for their Holiday Assist program this season, including a $30,000 Community Assist Grant from the Sharks Foundation.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:09 PM EST • Entertainment • nhl.com
Sharks Sports & Entertainment's 2025 Holiday Assist

The San Jose Sharks partnered with Family Giving Tree for their Holiday Assist program this season, including a $30,000 Community Assist Grant from the Sharks Foundation.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:09 PM EST • Sports • nhl.com
Duke Health nurse charged with additional sex crimes after third victim comes forward, police say

Jomil Tugado faces three felony counts each of sexual contact/penetration under the pretext of medical treatment and sex acts by a government or private institution employee. He also has three misdemeanor charges of sexual battery.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:04 PM EST • Health • wral.com
The Supreme Court’s most consequential term yet?
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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:03 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
How not to misread science fiction

Focusing on the futuristic tech that appears in sci-fi without paying attention to the actual point of the story is a big mistake, says Annalee Newitz

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:00 PM EST • Science • newscientist.com
Meet the third-generation Louisiana gas station CEO who chairs trade group for $906B industry

Growing up in the 1990s in tiny Mansura, about 30 miles southeast of Alexandria, Annie Gauthier dreamed of becoming a historian and later toyed with the idea of law school.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:00 PM EST • Business • nola.com
With the ‘Trump Class,’ Navy battleships join a long list of government entities named for the President
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Dec 23, 2025 • 12:56 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
Shake Shack rolls out health-oriented menu

The ‘Good Fit’ lineup of curated items focuses on protein while also offering low-carb, vegetarian, and gluten-free options

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Dec 23, 2025 • 12:55 PM EST • Health • nrn.com
27-year-old boosted his income from $50,000 to $432,000 at Amazon in 5 years—it allowed him to quit and start his own business

Nabeel Khan was methodical in building his career at Amazon, rising the ranks quickly from operations manager to project manager to product manager.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 12:50 PM EST • Business • cnbc.com
Hochul will deliver 2026 State of the State address on Jan. 13 in Albany

She will give the speech at the Egg.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 12:45 PM EST • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
Hochul will deliver 2026 State of the State address on Jan. 13 in Albany

She will give the speech at the Egg.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 12:45 PM EST • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
Christmas Day sports schedule: When and how to watch every NFL and NBA game on Dec. 25
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Dec 23, 2025 • 12:07 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Vermont high school sports scores, results, stats for Tuesday, Dec. 23

Vermont high school sports scores and results as reported to the Burlington Free Press sports department.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 12:01 PM EST • Sports • burlingtonfreepress.com
Trump reveals more about Gov. Jeff Landry’s envoy role: ‘Greenland’s a big deal’

The president said Greenland is important for national security reasons, and called Landry a “dealmaker-type guy.”

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Dec 23, 2025 • 12:01 PM EST • Politics • nola.com
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College football bowl and CFP picks, predictions: Legendary Vegas expert reveals best bets

SportsLine CFB expert Bruce Marshall reveals best bets for every College Football Playoff and bowl game

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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:56 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
The $100 million investment that kept San Francisco tourism afloat

Unlike other parts of SF tourism, cruises excelled after the pandemic.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:50 AM EST • Business • sfgate.com
Are the Rockets true contenders? Why their recent struggles are cause for concern
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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:39 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Trump administration’s plan to shrink vaccine schedule sends health sector scrambling

The health sector is working to navigate what could be the most significant changes to the U.S. vaccine program in decades.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:28 AM EST • Health • statnews.com
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The climb to CEO is getting harder for women

Women fought for these gains—and now they may be slipping away.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:21 AM EST • Business • fortune.com
‘Wheel of Fortune’: Ryan Seacrest Hugs Firefighter After Agonizing $114,000 Loss

The contestant spoke out about the moment.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:17 AM EST • Entertainment • cbs19news.com
Wisconsin judge sends Slender Man attacker back to mental health institution after group home escape

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin woman who almost killed her sixth-grade classmate to please the fictional horror villain known as Slender Man was ordered back to a state psychiatric hospital Tuesday after she escaped from her group home last month.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:08 AM EST • Health • wral.com
Iowa City sports superfan 'Smiley' dies at 79

One of the most famous sports fans in Iowa has passed away.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:08 AM EST • Sports • kcci.com
Christal Jordan gives the latest in entertainment headlines

Celebs are getting into the reality TV business, but it's all about helping others, and telling stories.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:02 AM EST • Entertainment • fox5atlanta.com
Lemon Slice nabs $10.5M from YC and Matrix to build out its digital avatar tech

Digital avatar generation company Lemon Slice is working to add a video layer to AI chatbots with a new diffusion model that can create digital avatars from a single image.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:00 AM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
Former Sen. Ben Sasse announces he has stage 4 pancreatic cancer and is ‘gonna die’

Former Republican Sen. Ben Sasse announced Tuesday that he’s been diagnosed with “metastasized, stage 4 pancreatic cancer, and am gonna die.”

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Dec 23, 2025 • 10:56 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
Sphere Entertainment: High Short Interest And A Promising Outlook (NYSE:SPHR)

Sphere Entertainment Co. (SPHR) is rated Hold, balancing strong immersive entertainment growth against high short interest and valuation concerns.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 10:55 AM EST • Entertainment • seekingalpha.com
Boston issues flu warning amid dramatic spike in cases

Boston health officials issued a flu warning on Tuesday amid a dramatic spike in cases in the city. The City of Boston and the Boston Public Health Commission said in a release that flu cases are surging earlier this year than they did last year, with a recent 114% increase in cases. They said flu related emergency department visits are…

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Dec 23, 2025 • 10:28 AM EST • Health • nbcboston.com
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GOP Rep. Harriet Hageman launches Senate run in Wyoming

Hageman is looking to replace retiring Republican Sen. Cynthia Lummis, and touted her support for Trump's agenda in her campaign launch video.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 10:26 AM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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FanDuel SN channels could be sold as broadcaster scrambles for funds

If a sale falls through, Main Street Sports Group could ultimately be shut down following the current NBA and NHL seasons.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 10:15 AM EST • Sports • nytimes.com
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Ikea has made some of its Matter-compatible smart home devices even cheaper.

As the cost of some electronics continues to skyrocket, Ikea has dropped the price of several of its new smart home accessories. The Myggspray motion and Klippbok water sensors are now down to $7.99 from $9.99, and while the three-pack of the colorful two-button Bilresa remotes launched in the US for $19.99, they’re now $14.99. [Image: Two of Ikea’s new Matter-compatible smart home sensors and its two-button remote are now cheaper in the US. https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/ikea_matter.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]

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Dec 23, 2025 • 10:14 AM EST • Technology • theverge.com
10 crucial insights for small business owners to succeed in 2026—and beyond

How small business owners can succeed in today's challenging environment.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Business • fortune.com
Why scientists want ice from 600 meters below the surface
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Dec 23, 2025 • 9:27 AM EST • Science • cnn.com
Cash rules everything around sports: The K-shaped economy widened gaps between haves, have-nots in 2025

What did we learn in 2025? The K is coming for sports, and we’re not just talking strikeouts.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 9:11 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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NFL Week 17 odds, lines, spreads: Picks, predictions, best bets today

SportsLine's model simulates every game 10,000 times and reveals its NFL picks today

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Dec 23, 2025 • 9:03 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Junglepussy is ready to conquer the world

It’s hard not to be inspired by Junglepussy — just ask “One Battle After Another” director Paul Thomas Anderson. In our “Annual Self-Assessment,” the rapper reflects on the year and looks ahead to 2026: “You see how I rock the boat?”

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Dec 23, 2025 • 9:01 AM EST • Entertainment • cnn.com
UW Medicine program helps primary care providers treat mental health

A new UW Medicine program helps train primary care providers like doctors and nurse practitioners to help with patients' mental health needs.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 9:00 AM EST • Health • seattletimes.com
Historical mysteries solved by science in 2025

Researchers studied fossils, well-preserved remains and even a single fingerprint to solve some of history’s long-standing mysteries this year.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 8:30 AM EST • Science • cnn.com
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Why Apple's Foldable iPhone May Be Smaller Than Expected

Apple's first foldable iPhone, rumored for release next year, may turn out to be smaller than most people imagine, if a recent report is anything to go by. According to The Information, the outer display on the book-style device will measure just 5.3 inches – that's smaller than the 5.4-inch screen on the ‌iPhone‌ mini, a line Apple discontinued in 2022 due to poor sales. The report has led some people to wonder why Apple would settle on such a compact form factor.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 8:21 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Durant out, D-Backs cash in, Mercury rise

Arizona sports fans saw surprises, stumbles and standout moments in 2025.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 8:20 AM EST • Sports • axios.com
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A year of vetoes, lawsuits and loss in Arizona politics

From Charlie Kirk's killing to shutdown fights, 2025 set the stage for a wild Arizona midterm.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 8:20 AM EST • Politics • axios.com
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Boost Your Windows SSD Performance by up to 85% With This Server Driver Trick

It's almost as good as downloading more RAM.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 8:19 AM EST • Technology • extremetech.com
What voters say they want for Christmas

Political opposites are closing 2025 as they did 2024: on each side of America’s Donald Trump divide. But CNN’s “All Over the Map” survey did provide several interesting takeaways. Some may be instructive about the midterm election climate, at least at this beginning stage.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 8:01 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Year in Review: A Look Back at Local Sports in 2025

Well, it's that time again. This will be my 35th Year in Review column, and 2025 gave me plenty to review.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Sports • ithaca.com
2025 was the year Xbox died

The Xbox brand effectively died this year. But can it be resurrected as a PC platform?

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Dec 23, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • engadget.com
Opening of three new businesses in one week is a step in the right direction

The opening of three businesses with Santa Fe ties this week was a small victory, but it was a victory nevertheless.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Business • santafenewmexican.com
Family nurse practitioner offers membership health care services

Hayden resident Brandon Lehman said the Love Wellness Ltd. subscription medical model of direct primary care that includes unlimited visits for a monthly membership fee is a good fit for his needs and is “efficient...

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:55 AM EST • Health • steamboatpilot.com
The Morning After: The best games of 2025

The biggest news stories this morning: US bans new foreign-made drones and components, Paramount has an updated Warner Bros. Discovery bid.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:15 AM EST • Technology • engadget.com
A new matcha pop-up opens in Des Moines

Matcha Luv is a locally owned matcha pop-up.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:15 AM EST • Business • axios.com
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Libxml2 Narrowly Avoids Becoming Unmaintained

In an excellent example of one of the most overused XKCD images, the libxml2 library has for a little while lost its only maintainer, with [Nick Wellnhofer] making good on his plan to step down by …

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Technology • hackaday.com
Your roommate’s genes may be shaping your gut bacteria

Scientists studying thousands of rats discovered that gut bacteria are shaped by both personal genetics and the genetics of social partners. Some genes promote certain microbes that can spread between individuals living together. When researchers accounted for this social sharing, genetic influence on the microbiome turned out to be much stronger than previously thought. The study suggests genes can affect others indirectly, without DNA ever being exchanged.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Venue Adjustments for Intermountain Health Freestyle International Presented by Stifel

PARK CITY, Utah (Dec. 23, 2025) — U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced updates to the Intermountain Health Freestyle International presented by Stifel, originally scheduled to take place at Deer Valley Resort. Due to unseasonably warm weather, both the aerials and moguls World Cup events will be moved.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • usskiandsnowboard.org
Expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies to raise health insurance costs for thousands

WCIV ABC News 4, Charleston, South Carolina provides coverage of local and national news, sports, weather and community events in the region, including North Charleston, Mt Pleasant, Summerville, Hanahan, Goose Creek, Rantowles, Cottageville, St George, Moncks Corner, Jacksonboro, Ravenel, Cottageville, Walterboro, Sullivans Island, Dewees Island and Folly Beach.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • abcnews4.com
Nine mental-health tips for a happier 2026

Regardless of any resolutions you may have for 2026, one thing is for sure: Everyone wants to have a happy new year.While losing weight or saving money may be great goals, the most straightforward path to happiness is caring for your mental and emotional health. A robust body of research shows that simple cognitive and behavioral strategies can reliably boost happiness and reduce stress – and they’re generally free and accessible to all.These strategies don’t have to be super time-consuming, but they do require intention: They only work if you do them.Here, psychologist Valentina Ogaryan, PhD, clinical director of the Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology, shares her top tips for cultivating more calm, centeredness and happiness in the new year (or anytime):Make time for playPlay isn’t just for kids, and it’s far from frivolous. The National Institute for Play says engaging in silliness, fun and just-for-pleasure activities reduces stress and increases optimism and resilience. A recent review also found that play improves mental health.“Adults can benefit from play as much as children,” Dr. Ogaryan says, “not just as a reward, but something that helps regulate.”So go ahead and dance with your dog, build something with Legos, tell a joke, sing karaoke or do anything else that feels like fun. Don’t worry about being productive, just enjoy yourself. And, if you can, opt for more analog play, Dr. Ogaryan suggests, as a respite from our ever-more-digital world. Move your bodyWhether you dance, ski, do yoga, play pickleball, ride a bike, roller-skate, hike or lift weights, physical movement benefits overall happiness and well-being. A 2018 review study of more than 1.2 million adults in the U.S. found that doing any kind of exercise was “significantly and meaningfully associated” with better self-reported mental health.The sweet spot was 45 minutes of movement three to five times a week, but even short bursts of physical activity can boost brain health, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.“Movement helps support mood and regulate the nervous system,” Dr. Ogaryan says.Plus: exercise can improve sleep quality, and sleep is essential for mental health.Prioritize sleep“Sleep plays a major role in managing stress,” Dr. Ogaryan says. Research shows that lack of sufficient sleep increases the risk of various diseases, including depression.While stress can interfere with sleep, practicing good sleep hygiene can make logging ZZ’s easier. That means maintaining a consistent bedtime; keeping the bedroom cool, dark and quiet; and avoiding social media, news and stimulating shows before bed.Consume lessWe live in a consumer culture, inundated by endless streams of content and advertising everywhere we go, which makes it easy to get overstimulated.“Something really helpful for stress reduction is to simply consume less,” Dr. Ogaryan says – less news, less social media, less information, less noise, less screen time. “It’s about reducing the input,” she says.Consider setting a maximum number of news articles per day, for example, or a time limit on scrolling. Maybe even go device free for an afternoon or a whole day.Practice present-moment awarenessWith so much coming at us all the time, focusing on the here and now can make life feel more manageable, Dr. Ogaryan says: “When everything feels super overwhelming, when everything feels larger than life, let’s make our world a little bit smaller for that moment in time.”She suggests taking things one day, or even one hour, at a time. Ask yourself: What’s my next right action? Release the need to know how everything turns out and liberate yourself from having to handle everything right now. Let the future take care of itself and just focus on the current moment. Then the next one. Have a daily anchorFrom work to the daily commute to family and life responsibilities, our days can feel jam-packed. Dr. Ogaryan recommends creating a centering daily anchor that can fit into even the busiest day.Maybe it’s a 10-minute walk during your lunch break or mindfully enjoying your coffee in the morning. Let your anchor adapt to your needs each day, she says, but be intentional about using that time to ground yourself and calm your nervous system. You might even say to yourself, “I choose this walk to help me become centered,” or “My day already feels stressful, so I’m going to take the next 10 minutes to enjoy this cup of coffee, feel the warm mug in my hand and just be present.” Having an anchor won’t erase the busy-ness from your day, but it will allow you to approach it more calmly.Be kind to yourselfMost of us have a harsh inner critic in our heads who works overtime. But that critical voice only increases our stress, triggering the same fight-or-flight response as caustic words from another person.To feel happier, we need to replace that inner critic with a kinder, more compassionate voice, Dr. Ogaryan says. Studies show that self-compassion is a source of eudaimonic happiness – the kind of happiness associated with purpose and meaning in life.While our knee-jerk reaction may be to self-criticize – “How could you let it get to this point? You didn’t manage your time well and now the project is going to be late. You’re so inept.” – we fare better mentally by treating ourselves with kindness, like we would a friend. That might sound like, “You’ve got a lot on your plate, but you are capable and you’ll get it done. I believe in you.”We may think that speaking kindly to ourselves means letting ourselves off the hook, so we end up becoming lazy do-nothings. But research shows the opposite: People who are self-compassionate are more likely to try harder in the face of failure and ultimately reach their goals.You can thank your inner critic for its good intentions, but resolve to talk to yourself in a kind, compassionate voice.Connect with othersHumans are social animals built for connection. Stress can be isolating and cause us to withdraw, but connecting with others is a salve for the psyche, Dr. Ogaryan says.“We know that not all relationships are always easy, but if we can think about intentional, nourishing connection – even in really small doses – it could really help center us,” she says.Take a moment to laugh with your colleagues, hug your pet, have a conversation with a friend or smile at the barista making your coffee. A study found that even tiny interactions with casual acquaintances and strangers decreases loneliness and improves happiness and well-being.Seek supportIf you try these practices and happiness remains elusive, or if you can’t access the wherewithal to follow these tips, seek support from your physician or a therapist. Mental health conditions are among the most common health issues in the U.S. and around the world – more prevalent than diabetes or heart disease. One in five people in the U.S. experiences a mental illness each year, with depression and anxiety the most common, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.“We can all think about these tips,” Dr. Ogaryan says. “But it’s important to recognize if you’ve done everything you can and you’re still really struggling, it’s really important to seek help.”

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • uclahealth.org
Can Science Tell Us Why?

The field of science is filled with questions. But are we asking the right ones?

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • answersingenesis.org
Avid weightlifter leverages exercise science interest into impactful research

Years ago, Wil King took the intellectual approach to improving his physique.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • kennesaw.edu
2025: Wealthtech that Helps Advisors Expand Their Business

Startups develop advanced AI and tech solutions for financial advisors, moving past simple automation to enhance business capabilities

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Business • wealthmanagement.com
MIT scientists strip cancer of its sugar shield

Scientists at MIT and Stanford have unveiled a promising new way to help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells more effectively. Their strategy targets a hidden “off switch” that tumors use to stay invisible to immune defenses—special sugar molecules on the cancer cell surface that suppress immune activity. Early tests show it can supercharge immune responses and outperform current antibody therapies.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Scientists find a weak spot in deadly fungus that shut down hospital intensive care units

A deadly hospital fungus that resists nearly every antifungal drug may have an unexpected weakness. Researchers discovered that Candida auris activates specific genes during infection to hunt for nutrients it needs to survive. This insight came from a new living-host model that allowed scientists to watch the fungus in action. The findings could eventually lead to new treatments or allow current drugs to be repurposed.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
These 5 Atlanta arts venues will open new or renovated spaces in 2026, 2027

Atlanta has a sizable list of new venues poised to open in the next two years, while favorites like Fernbank Museum and Woodruff Arts Center are getting upgrades.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Entertainment • ajc.com
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McClellan Excited for Strong Family Bond at K-State - Kansas State University Athletics

Nick McClellan, a first team all-state honoree at Christian Brothers College (Mo.) High School and one of the finest two-way players in the country, had star...

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • kstatesports.com
Idahoans gather in Nampa to urge extension of health care premium tax credits

About two dozen Idahoans gathered amid cold winds Thursday night in Nampa for a “pre-funeral” for affordable health care in the U.S.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:30 AM EST • Health • idahocapitalsun.com
The culture war is consuming the Supreme Court

The Court’s overall docket is shrinking, even as it hears more and more cases dealing with Republican cultural grievances.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:30 AM EST • Politics • vox.com
From 'One Battle After Another' to 'Regretting You,' 25 movies to stream now

Need movies to see this holiday break? Watch these 25 at home now, including "One Battle After Another." All are free on your streaming services.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:16 AM EST • Entertainment • usatoday.com
Final Big Ten women's basketball rankings before league play resumes

A look at the final USA TODAY Sports Network Big Ten women's basketball power rankings before league play resumes.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:06 AM EST • Sports • hawkcentral.com
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What to get Lane Kiffin, Nick Saban for Christmas? Our college football shopping list

I’ve put off my college football Christmas shopping long enough. Let’s take care of this so I can get to the eggnog.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:05 AM EST • Sports • usatoday.com
Gridlock dotted with bipartisan breakthroughs in divided Legislature

The first divided Michigan Legislature in years stands out as historically unproductive. Despite some bipartisan action, gridlock looms over the year.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:03 AM EST • Politics • freep.com
We're backing the partnerships that strengthen mental health care for Idaho’s kids

Idaho is widely known as a mental health care desert, especially for kids. We believe that can change, writes guest columnist Roger Quarles.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • idahocapitalsun.com
UNC Health's new CEO takes the helm amid "acute headwinds" in health care

This comes amid looming Medicaid cuts, a drop in research funding, expansion statewide and the uncertain future of a children's hospital.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • axios.com
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Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Technology • nytimes.com
How Australia Fights Scientific Misinformation

The Science Media Centre connects researchers and journalists.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Science • bloomberg.com
What explains the perpetual need for political enemies?

Politics today is driven by grievances that can never be assuaged. For democracy’s survival, we must grapple with this dynamic

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • aeon.co
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NFL power rankings Week 17: Are 49ers or Seahawks No. 1 after Rams' latest loss?

LA's NFC team tumbled down the conference's projected playoff seeding ladder. Now, what is Rams' fate after long run atop our power poll?

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Dec 23, 2025 • 5:10 AM EST • Sports • usatoday.com
Vote now for the Freep Buffalo Wild Wings Girls Athlete of the Week

Players from Orchard Lake, Milford, Birmingham Groves and Center Line are finalists for the Freep Buffalo Wild Wings Girls Prep Athlete of the Week.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 5:08 AM EST • Sports • freep.com
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A veteran of news media business, Peter Stanton announces retirement

Peter Stanton has spent nearly his entire career in Worcester, working among independent news publications. He retires at the end of the year.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 5:07 AM EST • Business • worcestermag.com
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Opinion | Trump’s War on Public Health Is a Battle to the Death

The war on public health is a battle to the death.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 5:04 AM EST • Health • nytimes.com
Central Indiana's Top 10 stories of 2025, from sports to Trump

The year in sports brought unlikely rises and dramatic falls. The year in politics shook Indiana's foundations. Here are the Top 10 stories of 2025.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 5:01 AM EST • Sports • indystar.com
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Video: Why Scientists Are Performing Brain Surgery on Monarchs

Scientists in Texas are studying monarch butterflies to understand how they navigate thousands of miles, possibly by sensing Earth’s magnetic field. Alexa Robles-Gil explains how researchers are examining the butterflies’ brains to find answers.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Science • nytimes.com
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Photos: 'Sleeping Beauty' ballet comes to King Center in Melbourne

Take a look: Photos of "Sleeping Beauty," Tchaikovsky's ballet presented at the King Center in Melbourne on Dec. 28, 2025.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Entertainment • floridatoday.com
Plans for First Watch, Freddy's, Wing Stop and 10 more in Middletown

In a 2-mile stretch of Middletown-Warwick Road, 13 restaurants and shops are among the latest plans by developers

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Dec 23, 2025 • 4:35 AM EST • Business • delawareonline.com
How the Trump administration is recasting government’s role in regulating health technology

Federal agencies that used to set up guardrails for health technology have transformed into cheerleaders for new risky technologies like AI.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 4:30 AM EST • Health • statnews.com
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UW-Stevens Point launches sport business program in fall 2026

UW-Stevens Point will launch a sport business major, minor and certificate in fall 2026, preparing students for careers in a $600B industry.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 4:01 AM EST • Business • stevenspointjournal.com
Live updates: Justice Department releases new set of Epstein documents
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Dec 23, 2025 • 4:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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