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Circle Furniture has closed all its stores - including one opened this year on Cape Cod

After decades in business, Circle Furniture abruptly announced it was closing all Massachusetts stores and laying off all employees.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 5:05 AM EST • Business • capecodtimes.com
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Anonymous money fuels $5 million in attacks on Georgia's Lt. Gov. Burt Jones

A mysterious group called Georgians for Integrity has spent around $5 million on television ads, mailers and texts attacking Lt. Gov. Burt Jones since November.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 12:03 AM EST • Politics • newsday.com
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Could expiring health insurance subsidies be revived retroactively?

Covid-era Obamacare premium subsidies will end Wednesday

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Dec 26, 2025 • 3:41 PM EST • Health • sacbee.com
Five things to watch in Florida politics in 2026

Immigration, affordability and redistricting could be the defining issues in Florida’s 2026 election cycle.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 1:56 PM EST • Politics • miamiherald.com
The Family Stone Band, Joelle James highlight Sunday’s gameday entertainment

The Family Stone Band will take the stage at Allegiant Stadium for halftime, while Joelle James will perform the National Anthem.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Entertainment • raiders.com
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Rams vs. Falcons: Business in Atlanta

The Los Angeles Rams travel to Atlanta for another primetime matchup against the Falcons. Watch this week's game trailer in preparation for Monday night's kickoff at 5:15pm PT on ESPN.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 11:43 AM EST • Business • therams.com
Nosy researcher’s quest to map the world’s ‘smellscapes’

We can share images and sounds, so why not smells? Dr Kate McLean-MacKenzie hopes her new atlas will make scents

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Dec 25, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Science • theguardian.com
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Backed by Swifties and social media, an NC business has put its town on the map

Sparta Candle Co. started with a daughter’s loving gesture. A million followers on social media later, doing good is still the heart of the mission.

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Dec 25, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • charlotteobserver.com
High school girls hockey All-Star game highlights growth of the sport on Long Island

"It's such a great thing for women's hockey," Zoe Varkaris said. "It's taken a while to get this far."

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Dec 24, 2025 • 4:10 PM EST • Sports • newsday.com
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Practice Photos: Wednesday 12.24.25

Take a look inside Intermountain Health Performance Center to view the best photos from Wednesday's practice as the Raiders prepare for their Week 17 matchup against the New York Giants.

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Dec 24, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • raiders.com
The Year in Entertainment 2025: Trends that took over

If you're not careful, you can find out that it's not clocking to you that you haven't been standing on business by knowing all of the cultural trends that happened this year. That's why we're going over the memes, viral moments and trend-setting sensations that dominated the cultural landscape of 2025:

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Dec 24, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Entertainment • yahoo.com
Asian Legal Business Again Recognizes Ning Zhang Among the Top Dealmakers in Asia

Partner Ning Zhang has been named to Asian Legal Business’s 2025 Dealmakers of Asia list. This marks the third consecutive year he has been recognized among the region’s most influential and accomplished legal professionals who have made significant contributions to the dynamic landscape of Asian business law and are shaping the future of dealmaking across the continent.

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Dec 24, 2025 • 12:00 AM EST • Business • morganlewis.com
Packers’ QB situation still up in the air, but with positive signs

Plus other health updates as Ravens game approaches

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:51 PM EST • Health • packers.com
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Comings & Goings

Here’s a look at recent changes in the business landscape in the Sioux Falls area.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 4:34 PM EST • Business • siouxfalls.business
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A’s adding ‘Severino Room’ at Sutter Health Park. Here’s why pitcher wanted it

More changes are coming to Sutter Health Park for the Athletics’ second season in West Sacramento in 2026.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 2:39 PM EST • Health • sacbee.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
This will replace now-closed Johnson County restaurant, entertainment spot

Pinstripes closed in Overland Park in September. Here’s what’s next.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 1:09 PM EST • Entertainment • kansascity.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
Latest Epstein files name Trump multiple times

In the more than 10,000 files released Tuesday, Jeffrey Epstein’s brother, Mark Epstein, said the sex trafficker was killed because he was going to name co-conspirators.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 10:08 AM EST • Politics • miamiherald.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
5 ways to get your business finances ready for the new year

Comerica reports 5 ways to prepare your business finances for the new year: review finances, update payroll, assess credit, strengthen security, and set goals.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 6:30 AM EST • Business • comerica.com
Kalamazoo salon owner faces financial uncertainty after car crash damages business

WWMT-TV Newschannel 3 provides local news, weather forecasts, notices of events and entertainment programming for Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Battle Creek, South Haven, Paw Paw, Portage, Otsego, Texas Township, Oshtemo, Plainwell, Allegan, Holland, Saugatuck, Holland, Wayland, Kentwood, Middleville, Hastings, Marshall, Three Rivers, Sturgis, Constantine, Coldwater, Albion, Wyoming, Hudsonville, Allendale, Byron Center, Hudsonville, Grand Haven, Muskegon, Sparta, Rockford, Belding, Greenville, Ionia, Cedar Springs and their surrounding areas.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 4:13 PM EST • Business • wwmt.com
10 Major Business Openings, Closings, Developments For South Jersey In 2025

Smaller establishments closed, bigger names took root, and signs of the changing political and economic landscapes were visible throughout.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 3:53 PM EST • Business • patch.com
10 Beloved Santa Barbara Businesses That Closed Their Doors in 2025

Santa Barbara said goodbye to 10 businesses in 2025 amid rising costs and tough conditions faced by them, changing the county's landscape.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 1:51 PM EST • Business • edhat.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
Nicki Minaj surprises conservatives with praise for Trump, Vance at Arizona event

Female rapper Nicki Minaj has made a surprise appearance at a gathering of conservatives in Arizona.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 3:19 PM EST • Politics • newsday.com
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Mamdani to host 'inauguration of a new era,' with block party

The mayor-elect will be sworn in on the steps of City Hall on Jan. 1.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 11:15 AM EST • Politics • newsday.com
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Photos: Entertainment | Saints vs. Jets | 2025 NFL Week 16

Check out the entertainment photos from the New Orleans Saints game against the New York Jets for Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season on Dec. 21, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Entertainment • neworleanssaints.com
GOP politicians are starting to do what once would have seemed unthinkable: defy President Trump

The push to release the Epstein files over his opposition is part of a broader pattern.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • newsday.com
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Trump's 'A+++++' economy collides with the reality in a Pennsylvania city critical to the midterms

Idalia Bisbal moved from New York City to Allentown, Pennsylvania, hoping for a cheaper life.

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Dec 20, 2025 • 8:04 AM EST • Politics • newsday.com
Congress didn’t throw a lifeline on health care. Why you should act now

Don’t make assumptions, says Covered California chief. Shopping now could help many Californians avoid steep January premium hikes.

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Dec 20, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • sacbee.com
Wind-Sculpted Landscapes: Investigating the Martian Megaripple 'Hazyview'

Written by Noah Martin, Ph.D. student and Candice Bedford, Research Scientist at Purdue University

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Dec 19, 2025 • 8:19 PM EST • Science • science.nasa.gov
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Major Kentucky bourbon maker Jim Beam shuttering distillery for 2026

The move comes as Kentucky’s $9 billion bourbon industry is dealing with a glut of supply and slipping sales.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 8:02 PM EST • Business • kentucky.com
Is winter warmer in Sacramento than it was 50 years ago? What the science says

Climate change has warmed Sacramento’s winters, shrinking Sierra snowpack and threatening water supplies statewide.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 6:52 PM EST • Science • sacbee.com
New-look classifications set for SC high school sports after realignment. Take a look

There are plenty of changes in the latest reclassification that’ll take effect for the next school year.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 4:10 PM EST • Sports • thestate.com
Accelerating AI-Powered Chemistry and Materials Science Simulations with NVIDIA ALCHEMI Toolkit-Ops

Machine learning interatomic potentials (MLIPs) are transforming the landscape of computational chemistry and materials science. MLIPs enable atomistic simulations that combine the fidelity of…

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Dec 19, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Science • developer.nvidia.com
Commanders cast new light on in-game entertainment, fan experience at Northwest Stadium

Since Josh Harris and new ownership bought the team in July of 2023, the Commanders have invested more than $120 million to improve the team’s facilities and fan and player experience.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 11:10 AM EST • Entertainment • commanders.com
Evaluation of WHO’s coordination in health emergencies helps guide humanitarian reforms

The recent evaluation of the Global Health Cluster sheds new light on how WHO, in its unique role as the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) Cluster Lead Agency (CLA) for health, coordinates life-saving health responses in humanitarian crises. It highlights how WHO works through partnerships to reach the most vulnerable crisis-affected populations and strengthen collective action in increasingly complex emergencies. Serving both learning and accountability purposes, the evaluation provided timely and actionable recommendations that are helping to strategically position WHO during the ongoing IASC Humanitarian Reset and the broader UN 2.0 reforms, where prioritization and new ways of working are taking shape. The evaluation was conducted between 2024 and 2025, at a time when humanitarian action funding was plummeting by more than 50%, triggering the launch of the IASC Humanitarian Reset. While restructuring and prioritization across the humanitarian landscape were underway, the evaluation, through iterative feedback loops, shared emerging findings that helped identify the most crucial coordination functions needed. This was especially important at a time when humanitarian needs and health risks due to armed conflict and natural hazards were increasing, while the capacity of health partners to support Member States to equitably reach all populations affected by crises and deliver response was at risk. The evaluation found that the Global Health Cluster (GHC) remains a highly relevant mechanism for strengthening health coordination in crises and has delivered efficiently despite limited resources. It noted strong collaboration with partners and highlighted opportunities to deepen integration within WHO structures and further enhance inter-cluster cooperation. The evaluation also identified areas where greater emphasis on transition planning, national coordination capacity and linkages between humanitarian response and health system strengthening would bring added value. While the GHC has achieved many of its strategic objectives, improvements in monitoring systems would help better demonstrate collective impact. The recommendations will help strengthen the IASC CLA coordination function across WHO, at all levels, and with all partners. It is noted that going forward WHO needs to continue to support capacity to fulfil coordination functions, in line with the IASC Humanitarian Reset whilst ensuring collective prioritization of health cluster action and quality coverage of the health response. The evaluation will help WHO strengthen locally-led action, national ownership and leadership of the sector, and linkages between health system strengthening activities. Additionally, the evaluation evidence will be used to optimize resource mobilization for the GHC and strengthen WHO’s capacity to deliver, plan for and monitor and evaluate results across the Organization. Read the evaluation Global Health Cluster https://healthcluster.who.int/ WHO’s work in health emergencies https://www.who.int/emergencies/overview

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Dec 19, 2025 • 6:41 AM EST • Health • who.int
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Republicans Can’t Escape Their Self-Created Health Care Problem

Another series of failures ensures that a debate they can’t win will extend into the election year of 2026.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 5:20 AM EST • Health • prospect.org
Winners and losers are emerging in Trump's new H-1B visa landscape

New H-1B visa rules favor Big Tech's big salaries, limiting opportunities for startups and entry-level applicants in the job market.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 4:22 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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The Burning Landscape That Explains India’s Coal Addiction

A journey through Jharkhand reveals why coal remains embedded in the nation’s economy, politics and daily life — and what it would take to break free.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 8:00 PM EST • Politics • bloomberg.com
Two NC governors, two parties and ‘mutual respect’: Jim Martin on the late Jim Hunt

Former Republican Gov. Jim Martin talked to The News & Observer about former Democratic Gov. Jim Hunt, who died at 88.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:27 PM EST • Politics • newsobserver.com
Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt, a longtime, dominant figure in state politics, has died

Jim Hunt was elected to an unprecedented four terms as governor.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 5:02 PM EST • Politics • newsobserver.com
Science Lab: Why NFL players refuse to tank

Welcome to "The Science Lab", a place where football facts and in-depth analysis always triumph over feelings.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Science • dallascowboys.com
Owner of Fair Oaks’ Shangri-La seeks to sell the business

What’s going on with Shangri-La + a South Land Park sushi gem.

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‘Psychologically, she was who we are.’ Kassie O’Brien’s path to the Final Four

AVCA All-American and National Freshman of the Year Kassie O’Brien is already establishing herself as part of UK’s elite legacy of setters.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 4:45 AM EST • Sports • kentucky.com
‘14 strong.’ Gritty Kentucky volleyball faces program’s second-ever Final Four

No. 1 seed Kentucky volleyball is two wins away from becoming the most-decorated team in program history.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 5:13 PM EST • Sports • kentucky.com
Young Democrat launches primary challenge against U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson in Mississippi

A 33-year-old antitrust lawyer with ties to major Democratic politicians is challenging U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson to represent Mississippi's 2nd congressional district.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 1:09 PM EST • Politics • newsday.com
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New entertainment venue coming to Tanger Outlets in 2026

Main Event will take over a 46,189 square-foot storefront next to Off 5th Saks Fifth Avenue and Regal Cinemas.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 12:41 PM EST • Entertainment • newsday.com
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Where race and politics meet

Kinder Institute students learn new perspectives studying abroad in Cape Town.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 12:40 PM EST • Politics • showme.missouri.edu
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Dolphins bench Tua Tagovailoa for Quinn Ewers and an uncertain, expensive future

The Dolphins benched Tagovailoa after the worst season of his career and turned to Ewers, the former No. 1 recruit in the country, igniting major questions about Tagovailoa's future and a contract that Miami can't escape

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Dec 17, 2025 • 12:39 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Chicago Bears announce Stewarts’ Cheesecakes as final 2025 Small Business All-Pros Winner, presented by PNC

The Chicago Bears are proud to announce Stewarts’ Cheesecakes as the fourth and final recipient of the 2025 Small Business All-Pros presented by PNC. From Dec. 17 through Jan. 12, the family-owned bakery will receive Chicago Bears led promotion across the

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Dec 17, 2025 • 11:00 AM EST • Business • chicagobears.com
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
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Commits $6.3 Million to Increase Access to Sports in Six Metro Atlanta School Districts

Grants will establish new sports programs, improve field quality, alleviate cost of participation

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Dec 17, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Sports • atlutd.com
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Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Commits $6.3 Million to Increase Access to Sports in Six Metro Atlanta School Districts

Grants will establish new sports programs, improve field quality, alleviate cost of participation

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Dec 17, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Sports • atlantafalcons.com
Faith-based entertainment sees a revival in Hollywood. Defining what it is can be a challenge

Faith-based films are gaining traction in Hollywood, with recent successes sparking renewed interest.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 9:07 AM EST • Entertainment • newsday.com
How business leaders can adapt and thrive when uncertainty is a certainty

In an economic landscape defined by uncertainty, resilience is now an imperative for business success. Here's what organizations must do to foster that.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 2:00 AM EST • Business • weforum.org
Jerry Jones inducted into Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame

Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones is part of the 19th Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame class for his contributions to helping the NFL secure television rights deals that transformed the league and television forever.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 4:35 PM EST • Sports • dallascowboys.com
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SC measles outbreak could soon reach Charlotte, health director warns

More than 1 in 10 elementary school students in Mecklenburg County are vaccinated, but that’s still below the threshold needed for immunity.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 4:33 PM EST • Health • charlotteobserver.com
‘Bo Schembechler would never stop throwing up’: How Michigan’s scandal reveals college sports’ transformation

Legendary Michigan-based columnist Mitch Albom says Bo Schembechler would be sickened by today's college sports landscape where player poaching and money have replaced loyalty in an era unrecognizable to the iconic coach.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 4:00 PM EST • Sports • cleveland.com
In 2025, Trump Couldn’t Escape Questions About His Health

What’s going on with the president’s hands? Why can’t he stay awake during meetings? And why does he always seem to be taking cognitive tests? Let’s review.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 3:15 PM EST • Health • vanityfair.com
Enter the Mob Maze

Step into Mob Maze, a roguelite multiplayer adventure with SUPER-SIZED environments and scaled-up obstacles, available through the Server list in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition! Do you have what it takes to conquer this colossal place with your unique abilities, grab precious loot, and escape before it’s too late? Let’s find out!

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Dec 16, 2025 • 3:00 PM EST • Technology • minecraft.net
Why 2026 could be the year of anti-AI marketing

It’s getting harder to escape AI slop. But a growing backlash could put a premium on “human-made” content.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 6:30 AM EST • Technology • cnn.com
Why 2026 could be the year of anti-AI marketing

It’s getting harder to escape AI slop. But a growing backlash could put a premium on “human-made” content.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 6:30 AM EST • Business • cnn.com
Immigration raids could threaten the rise of youth sports

The Aspen Institute’s National State of Play details how raids of parks where children play as well as rising costs, NIL, AI could reshape landscape.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 6:06 AM EST • Sports • usatoday.com
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Mount Athletics Announces Partnership With Accelerate Sports Ventures - Mount St. Mary's University

EMMITSBURG, Md. (December 16, 2025) - Mount St. Mary's University has officially partnered with Accelerate Sports Ventures to serve as the department's Revenue Sharing and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) consultancy. As the college athletics landscape continues to evolve, Accelerate will play a pivotal role in advising the administration, head coaches, student-athletes, and staff to best navigate this new era of college sports.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 5:23 AM EST • Sports • mountathletics.com
Meet nuclear science PhD graduate, 41, who can ‘see through’ walls

He has come up with a new theory on how waves and rays can be used to see through a wall.

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Dec 15, 2025 • 10:00 PM EST • Science • nation.africa
An 11th-hour decision to back out of Miami mental health center? That’s a mistake

Fiscal responsibility is good, but the timing here is odd. | Opinion

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Dec 15, 2025 • 6:19 PM EST • Health • miamiherald.com
Baystate Health warns of $146M yearly hit to its finances of Trump policy bill

The Baystate leader said the health care landscape in Western Massachusetts is certain to change.

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Dec 15, 2025 • 3:45 PM EST • Health • masslive.com
Newsom announces new public health initiative led by ousted CDC officials

PHNIX will serve as a counter to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the Trump administration’s public health policies.

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Dec 15, 2025 • 2:25 PM EST • Health • sacbee.com
Farmers and politics threaten to put EU's free-trade deal with South America on ice

France is creating a last-minute hurdle for a major trade deal between the European Union and the Mercosur bloc.

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Dec 15, 2025 • 9:22 AM EST • Politics • newsday.com
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Health insurance costs rising in 2026: What to know

Whether you have insurance through work, Medicare, or the exchange, you are likely paying more next year.

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Dec 15, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • newsday.com
Ruben Gallego emerges as key Democratic figure in Latino voter outreach

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego is emerging as a key figure for the Democratic Party as they aim to regain Latino support lost in 2024.

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Dec 15, 2025 • 12:04 AM EST • Politics • newsday.com
The impact of the EU's CBAM on business and the carbon-pricing landscape

With the EU's CBAM about to come into full effect, other jurisdictions around the world are exploring introducing border carbon adjustments of their own.

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Photos: Entertainment | Saints vs. Panthers | 2025 NFL Week 15

Check out the entertainment photos from the New Orleans Saints game against the Carolina Panthers for Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season on Dec. 14, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome.

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Dec 14, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Entertainment • neworleanssaints.com
BizTips: Sell your products by selling the story of your business

Build anticipation by teasing what's coming next for your business. Offer early access, sneak peeks, or pre-booking incentives.

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US women's hockey team beats Canada 4-1 in Edmonton to sweep Rivalry Series

Hilary Knight scored twice in the third period and the U.S. women's hockey team beat Canada 4-1 on Saturday night to sweep the four-game Rivalry Series.

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Dec 13, 2025 • 11:58 PM EST • Sports • newsday.com
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‘Adapt when we need to adapt.’ Mitch Barnhart talks NIL, revenue sharing, more

Mitch Barnhart spoke about Kentucky’s NIL and revenue sharing outlook, among other topics, during an appearance on UK’s radio network.

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Dec 13, 2025 • 7:18 PM EST • Sports • kentucky.com
How ICE raids and tariffs can hurt Hispanic business in South Florida

“Support your local businesses because they contribute to the community as well as give back to the community.”

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Dec 13, 2025 • 9:13 AM EST • Business • miamiherald.com
Why love of the game beats cheating and ambition in sports

“Pouting prevents you from playing well, and a cheater’s medal is a tarnished reminder of misbehavior.”

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Dec 13, 2025 • 9:00 AM EST • Sports • fresnobee.com
Democratic former Sen. Doug Jones launches campaign for Alabama governor

Former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones has launched his campaign for Alabama governor.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 10:21 PM EST • Politics • newsday.com
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UNC Health, Cigna agree to new contract, restoring coverage for 65,000 patients

The two parties’ previous contract expired on Nov. 30, leaving Cigna members with higher costs when treated by UNC Health providers.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 6:21 PM EST • Health • newsobserver.com
KC civil rights leaders back Black business owners in $70 million Westport lawsuit

Local civil rights groups are backing Black business owners in a $70M RICO suit alleging Westport CID prevented Black-focused nightlife from opening in Kansas City.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 6:02 PM EST • Business • kansascity.com
Trump was unable to insult his way to victory in Indiana redistricting battle

Indiana Republican senators turned down President Donald Trump's redistricting proposal this week.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 5:48 PM EST • Politics • newsday.com
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Kevin Stefanski Press Conference: "Be about our business"

Kevin Stefanski speaks to the media following practice.

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Phil Ruffin on his Park City entertainment mecca: ‘It’s gonna blow your mind’

The new Gilley’s entertainment complex in Park City will have pari-mutuel betting, games, a variety of live music and other events.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 1:20 PM EST • Entertainment • kansas.com
Gameday Entertainment: Saints vs. Panthers | 2025 NFL Week 15

The New Orleans Saints host the Carolina Panthers at Caesars Superdome for Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 3:25 p.m. CT.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 10:30 AM EST • Entertainment • neworleanssaints.com
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Science-minded artisans help WHOI move forward at Woods Hole shop

Three Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution employees make ocean-inspired art to support organization's mission. Here's where to find it.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 5:02 AM EST • Science • capecodtimes.com
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Seahawks To Host Small Businesses At Marketplace During Inspire Change Gameday On Sunday

During pregame of Sunday’s game vs. the Colts, there will be a marketplace featuring small businesses that are a part of Seattle’s Hawks Huddle small business partnership.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 6:39 PM EST • Business • seahawks.com
‘I didn’t want to tear it down.’ Michael Jordan, Jim France see a new day in NASCAR

Michael Jordan and Jim France stood opposed for over a year. On Thursday, they were united, “moving forward instead of moving separately.”

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Dec 11, 2025 • 3:36 PM EST • Sports • charlotteobserver.com
Science Lab: How the Cowboys Can Make the Playoffs

Welcome to "The Science Lab", a place where football facts and in-depth analysis always triumph over feelings.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 11:52 AM EST • Science • dallascowboys.com
‘A new era’: Miami voters resoundingly reject the city’s political dynasties

After Tuesday’s election, four out of five Miami commissioners are serving their first term in any elected office.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • miamiherald.com
Sledged on the beach - England's break in Noosa

England can not escape Australian sledging on their break from the Ashes series in the beach town of Noosa.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 2:14 AM EST • Sports • bbc.com
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Escalona wins Miami District 3 runoff, upending Carollo political dynasty

Rolando Escalona, general manager of Brickell’s Sexy Fish restaurant, has defeated Frank Carollo, a veteran city commissioner.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 7:31 PM EST • Politics • miamiherald.com
Miami mayor’s race: Democrat leads Republican backed by Trump

Trump-endorsed Emilio González faced off against DNC-backed Eileen Higgins Tuesday in the unusually partisan race for Miami mayor.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 7:13 PM EST • Politics • miamiherald.com
Comings & Goings

Here’s a look at recent changes in the business landscape in the Sioux Falls area.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:07 PM EST • Business • siouxfalls.business
Community Health E-Newsletter | Issue 8 | December 2025

Visit this page on the Barnstable County, Cape Cod website for more information about Community Health E-Newsletter | Issue 8 | December 2025.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 10:59 AM EST • Health • capecod.gov
Analysis: Bangladesh’s BNP seeks Hasina’s liberal mantle before elections

The split between the BNP and the Jamaat-e-Islami could dramatically reshape Bangladesh's political landscape.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 2:25 AM EST • Politics • aljazeera.com
To escape Washington politics, follow this nature path out of town

The C&O towpath takes you from Georgetown to Great Falls Park, where the Potomac River runs wild and commuters, hikers and kayakers roam

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Dec 9, 2025 • 12:00 AM EST • Politics • ft.com
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