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Sydney Sweeney Speaks Out: I'm Against Hate

December 6, 2025

Sydney Sweeney, known for her acting chops and Emmy nods, has finally broken her silence on the backlash from her American Eagle ad. The campaign, titled "Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans, " stirred up quite a storm when it dropped last July. Critics accused the ad of having a hidden racist message, p

crime

Hong Kong's Housing Crisis Deepens After Devastating Fire

December 6, 2025

In Hong Kong, a recent fire has left a huge mess. It's been more than a week since the fire destroyed a big housing complex. At least 159 people died. Now, the city has a big problem: finding new homes for the thousands of people who survived. They lost almost everything in the fire. The government

science

Zinc's Role in Protecting Chicken Guts from Heat Stress

December 6, 2025

Heat stress is a big problem for chickens, especially their guts. Scientists wanted to see if zinc could help. They did two experiments using tiny pieces of chicken intestines, called organoids. In the first experiment, they put these organoids in different temperatures. One group was at normal tem

politics

Hong Kong Tightens Grip on Foreign Media Ahead of Elections

December 6, 2025

Foreign journalists in Hong Kong got a stern warning from the local security office. They were called in to discuss recent news stories. The focus was on a big fire and upcoming elections. The officials said some reports were not accurate. They claimed these stories spread false information. They al

technology

Meta's Mixed Reality Glasses Hit a Snag: What's the Hold-Up?

December 6, 2025

Meta has decided to slow down the launch of its new mixed reality glasses, nicknamed "Phoenix. " Originally set for the second half of 2026, the release is now pushed back to the first half of 2027. This delay was announced by Maher Saba, VP of Reality Labs Foundation, in a memo to employees. The re

politics

West Virginia's National Guard: A Double-Edged Sword

December 6, 2025

West Virginia has a strong military culture. Many bridges and streets honor local veterans. This is a state with one of the highest numbers of veterans per person in the country. For many, joining the military, including the National Guard, is not just about duty. It's also about finding jobs and op

weather

Chicago's Weekend Snow Surprise: What to Expect

December 6, 2025

Get ready, Chicago! A winter weather advisory is in effect for the area, with snow on the way. The National Weather Service has issued the advisory for several counties, including Cook, DuPage, and Lake, starting at midnight. The snow is expected to start falling late Saturday night, with the heavie

lifestyle

How to Shake Off Sunday Blues and Start Your Week Right

December 6, 2025

Feeling down as the weekend winds down? You're not alone. Many people struggle with anxiety as Sunday evening rolls around. This feeling, often called the "Sunday scaries, " can be tough, especially for those new to the workforce. But why does it happen, and how can you deal with it? The Sunday sca

weather

Portland's Wet Weekend Sets the Stage for More Rain

December 6, 2025

The Portland area is in for a damp weekend, with temperatures climbing into the mid-50s. Saturday will see the mercury hit 54 degrees Fahrenheit, with showers tapering off by midday. Overnight, the temperature will dip to around 48 degrees. Sunday is expected to be a bit warmer, with a high of 56 d

technology

How AI is Changing the Legal Game

December 6, 2025

Legal cases often start with a long and tedious process called discovery. This is where lawyers ask questions, gather documents, and argue about what should or shouldn't be shared. It's a crucial step, but it can take a lot of time and money. Jeff Schwartz, the founder of AI4Discovery, knows this p