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Homes Might Get Cheaper, But Not for Everyone

December 6, 2025

A shift in the housing market is expected next year. For the first time since the Great Recession, incomes might grow faster than home prices. This change could make buying a home a bit easier for some people. Mortgage rates are predicted to drop slightly, and home prices might not rise as much as t

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Indiana Football: From Worst to First

December 6, 2025

Indiana University's football team has a history of struggles. They have the most losses of any Division I program. But this season, they are undefeated and ranked second in the country. They are about to play Ohio State for the Big Ten title. This is a big deal for a team that hasn't won a bowl gam

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Sudan's War: Children Pay the Highest Price

December 6, 2025

In a grim turn of events, the ongoing conflict in Sudan has once again claimed the lives of innocent children. A recent drone strike by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group, targeted a kindergarten in the town of Kalogi, South Kordofan state. The attack resulted in the deaths of 50 p

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Safety Concerns Rise at Baton Rouge Student Housing

December 6, 2025

The Cadence at Southern University apartments have seen a surge in crime this year. Police reports show 58 incidents, including assaults and burglaries, since January. Two tragic shootings have shaken the community. In October, 17-year-old Micah Booker lost his life there. Just recently, 21-year-old

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A New Leader for Arkansas' Biggest Bond Issuer

December 6, 2025

Robert "Ro" Arrington is now the permanent leader of the Arkansas Development Finance Authority. This group is the state's largest bond issuer. Arrington had been filling in as interim president since August. He took over after the previous leader, Mark Conine, stepped down. Arrington has been part

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Wall Street's Mixed Week: What's Up with the Market?

December 6, 2025

Wall Street had a week of ups and downs. After a rough November, the market bounced back, but not as strongly as the week before. Investors are hopeful that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates again, which is a big deal for the economy. There's a lot of talk about jobs. Some reports say com

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FICO: A Closer Look at the Numbers

December 6, 2025

FICO, a big name in tech, is getting some attention from analysts. One expert, Ashish Sabadra, thinks it's a good time to invest. He gave it a "Buy" rating and predicts the stock could reach $2, 400. Right now, it's trading at $1, 771. 87. But what's the bigger picture? Well, most analysts seem to

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Unlocking Monarch Butterfly Secrets with Bluetooth Tech

December 6, 2025

In the quiet eucalyptus groves of Santa Cruz, a unique project is underway. Citizen scientists are using smartphones to track monarch butterflies. This is thanks to tiny Bluetooth tags called Blu+. These tags help researchers understand the migration patterns of these beautiful insects. The western

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Netflix's Big Move: What It Means for Your Screen Time

December 6, 2025

Netflix is making a huge move. It wants to buy Warner Bros. for a whopping $72 billion. This deal is a big shift in the entertainment world. It shows how streaming services are changing the game. First, let's talk about the deal. Warner Bros. Discovery is splitting into two parts. One part will be

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Celebrity Birthdays: December 6, 2025 Edition

December 6, 2025

December 6, 2025, marks the birthday of several notable figures in entertainment. JoBeth Williams, known for her roles in film and television, reaches the age of 77. She has kept busy in recent years with appearances on popular shows like "The Good Doctor" and "Station 19. " Meanwhile, musician Pete