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Balatro Creator Slams PEGI's 18+ Rating, Suggests Adding Microtransactions

December 17, 2024

LocalThunk, the creator of Balatro, has taken to Twitter to express frustration over PEGI's decision to rate the game as 18+. The rating, which was given due to the game's inclusion of "evil playing cards, " has sparked controversy. LocalThunk suggests that adding microtransactions, loot boxes, or r

sports

Chiefs Win Big, But Mahomes' Ankle is a Concern

December 16, 2024

Patrick Mahomes didn't finish the game due to an ankle injury, but the Kansas City Chiefs still comfortably beat the mistake-filled Cleveland Browns, 21-7. Mahomes threw two touchdowns, one to Juju Smith-Schuster and another to Noah Gray, in the first half. Xavier Worthy added a rushing score. Mahom

crime

Fatal Shooting in Kansas City: Daylight Tragedy Shocks Community

December 15, 2024

On a Monday afternoon in Kansas City, tragedy struck when a man and a woman lost their lives in a shooting. The incident occurred around 3:30 p. m. near the intersection of Blue Hills Road and Citadel Drive, close to 71 Highway and E. 63rd Street. Witnesses heard gunshots and directed police to a ve

business

Why Elon Musk's Tesla Pay Package Got Blocked Again

December 14, 2024

Elon Musk's massive pay package, now valued at around $101 billion, has been rejected again by a Delaware court. This package, comprising 303 million Tesla stock options, was first tossed out in January by the same judge. Despite being re-approved by shareholders in June, the court still found it un

health

Compensation Begins for UK's Tainted Blood Scandal Victims

December 14, 2024

In a step towards justice, Britain has started paying out $16. 5 million to the first 10 victims who received blood contaminated with Hepatitis C and HIV decades ago. This comes after a long struggle for those affected by the scandal, which spanned from the 1970s to the 1990s. Many people received i

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Kansas Jayhawks' Scheduling Choices: Are They Avoiding Tough Road Games?

December 7, 2024

You might think Kansas Jayhawks had a perfect season, but some people are questioning their recent scheduling decisions. After a surprising loss to Creighton, things started to look a bit off. It turns out, the Kansas team hasn't been too keen on playing tough road games outside of their conference.

scientific

Breath Testing for Killer Whales: A Non-Invasive Health Check

December 6, 2024

The ocean is dealing with a lot of problems caused by humans, like pollution and climate change. These issues are messing with the ocean's habitats and the creatures living there. Current ways to check on the health of large sea mammals, like killer whales, involve catching and then releasing them.

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Chiefs vs. Raiders: Predictions for Week 13 Matchup

November 28, 2024

In Week 12, the Kansas City Chiefs faced the Carolina Panthers, and the predictions from Arrowhead Pride contributors varied greatly from the actual outcome. Now, as the Chiefs prepare to face the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 13, let's see what the experts and readers think about this upcoming game. N

environment

The Curious Case of Lions and People Sharing India's Land

November 28, 2024

Imagine a place where people and lions live together in harmony. It might seem far-fetched, but this is exactly what happens in India. Asiatic lions, once nearly extinct, are now thriving in populated areas. But how do these big cats and humans coexist peacefully? Scientists gathered data between 20

politics

What's a Fair Price for Lost Farmland?

November 28, 2024

In Ethiopia, urban growth is causing big problems for farmers in areas just outside cities, known as peri-urban zones. When farmers are forced to leave their land, they often don't get fair compensation. This study looked into how much money these farmers think is fair for their lost land. The resea