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Who Really Shined and Who Fell Short at UFC 324?

January 26, 2026

UFC 324 left fans with a lot to talk about. Justin Gaethje made history by becoming the first two-time interim lightweight champion, proving that age is just a number. His fight against Paddy Pimblett was a wild one, with Gaethje coming out on top despite being the underdog. Pimblett, on the other h

crime

Unlocking Cold Cases: The Power of DNA Technology

January 23, 2026

In a world where some crimes go unsolved for years, a breakthrough in DNA technology is offering hope. Othram, a company based in Texas, is using advanced methods to extract DNA from old evidence. They then analyze it to build a profile of the suspect. This is not your average DNA test. It looks at

entertainment

Gainesville's Cultural Calendar: A Month of Arts, Music, and History

January 8, 2026

Gainesville and Alachua County have a packed schedule for January 2026, offering a mix of literary events, historical lectures, music festivals, and theatrical performances. The month kicks off with a celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday at The Lynx Books, featuring guest author Lauren Groff

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Rainy Day Parade: Magic Johnson Leads 137th Rose Parade

January 2, 2026

The 137th Rose Parade in Pasadena made history, not just for its theme, “The Magic in Teamwork, ” but also for the relentless rain that turned the event into a soggy spectacle. Despite the weather, the parade went on, featuring over 80 entrants, including marching bands and elaborate floats. The rai

celebrities

Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at the Stars Born in Late December

December 16, 2025

Late December is a special time for many reasons, but did you know it's also a big month for celebrity birthdays? From legendary actors to famous musicians, a lot of well-known faces celebrate their birthdays between December 21st and 27th. Let's start with some of the older stars. Jane Fonda, who

health

Lung Cancer Screening: Who's Left Behind?

November 25, 2025

Lung cancer screening guidelines might be missing a lot of people who need them. Right now, rules say only certain adults can get yearly CT scans. But a new study shows that this leaves out most people with lung cancer. Only about one-third would even qualify for these life-saving scans. Take Carla

politics

A Former Leader's Brief Time Behind Bars

November 10, 2025

Nicolas Sarkozy, the former president of France, is back home after a short stay in prison. He was let out early because of an appeal. This all started when he was found guilty of taking money from Libya to fund his 2007 election campaign. The court said he can't leave France or talk to certain peop

crime

A Student's Fight for Chickens: What Happened and Why It Matters

October 31, 2025

Zoe Rosenberg, a 23-year-old UC Berkeley student and animal rights advocate, recently found herself in hot water. She was convicted of several charges after freeing four chickens from a Sonoma County poultry farm. To her, it was a rescue mission. To the farm owners, it was theft. The trial was a bi

politics

A Former Leader's Fall: Sarkozy's Journey to Prison

October 21, 2025

Sarkozy, a former French president, is now behind bars. This marks a significant moment in French history, as he is the first post-World War II leader to face imprisonment. The charges? Conspiring to secure funds from the late Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi for his 2007 election campaign. Sarkozy,

politics

A Former Leader Faces a New Reality

October 21, 2025

A significant shift is happening in France's political landscape. Nicolas Sarkozy, the country's former president, is set to begin a five-year prison term. This marks a historic moment, as he becomes the first former French president in recent times to face imprisonment. The charges against Sarkozy