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Washington's Skagit River: A Test of Time and Tides

December 13, 2025

In the heart of western Washington, the Skagit River has been pushing its limits, testing the strength of levees that have stood since the last big flood in 2021. The river, swollen by relentless rain, reached a record height of nearly 38 feet, putting the town of Burlington and its 9, 200 residents

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Local High School Athletes Shine Bright in December

December 13, 2025

High school sports in the Cincinnati area have been heating up, with standout performances across various teams and individuals. Football, basketball, bowling, swimming, gymnastics, and wrestling have all seen impressive achievements. In football, Jake Britt from St. Xavier made a notable impact in

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: More Than Just a Basketball Star

December 13, 2025

The Oklahoma City Thunder are on fire this season. They've won 24 out of their first 25 games. That's an incredible start! The team is led by their star player, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. He's been amazing, scoring over 32 points per game. The Thunder are also on a 16-game winning streak. They're clos

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The Virgin of Guadalupe: A Symbol of Faith and Unity in Mexico

December 13, 2025

In Mexico, the Virgin of Guadalupe is more than just a religious figure; she is a powerful symbol of national identity. With over 130 million people in the country, the majority of whom are Catholic, the Virgin's influence extends far beyond religious beliefs. She represents a blend of Mexico's pre-

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Foggy Morning Driving: Tips to Stay Safe

December 13, 2025

Early morning drivers in the North Bay faced a challenge. Thick fog rolled in, making it hard to see. In some spots, visibility dropped to just a quarter of a mile. This prompted the National Weather Service to issue a warning. The warning covered several areas. It included the North Bay Interior V

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Tech Giants Take a Tumble: What's Shaking Up Wall Street?

December 13, 2025

Wall Street is feeling the heat as tech stocks, once the darlings of the market, are taking a nosedive. The S&P 500 dropped 1. 2% from its record high, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq composite fell 1. 8%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average wasn't spared either, shedding 266 points from its recent peak.

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U. S. Lawmakers Push for Tighter Rules on Sending Synthetic DNA Abroad

December 13, 2025

In a move that has sparked debate, a group of U. S. lawmakers from both major parties have proposed new rules. These rules would make it harder for American companies to send synthetic DNA sequences to other countries. The focus is on countries like China and Russia, which are seen as major competit

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Google's Big Trouble: A $129 Million Freeze in France

December 13, 2025

Russia is making a bold move against Google. They've frozen about $129 million of Google's assets in France. This is unusual because Russia is trying to use the law to go after a big Western company's money abroad. It's all part of a bigger fight over frozen Russian assets in Europe. Google Russia

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The Sudden Fall of a Rising Star in College Football

December 12, 2025

Sherrone Moore's journey as the head coach at the University of Michigan took a dramatic turn on a Wednesday. Starting the day as a promising leader, he ended it as a former coach, dismissed due to an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. The university's zero-tolerance policy left no room

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Iran's Crackdown: Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Rearrested

December 12, 2025

Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, was recently taken into custody in Iran. This happened while she was at a memorial service for Khosrow Alikordi, a human rights lawyer who died under mysterious circumstances. The Iranian government has not yet commented on her arrest, but it's clear tha