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France’s Axelle Berthoumieu given 12-match ban for biting Ireland’s Aoife Wafer at 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup

September 12, 2025

Axelle Berthoumieu of France banned for 12 matches for biting Aoife Wafer during 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup

Ava Martinez

France’s Axelle Berthoumieu has been handed a 12-match suspension after being found guilty of biting Ireland’s Aoife Wafer during a game at the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup. The decision,…

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For some, Medicare isn't covering the updated Covid vaccine yet

September 1, 2025

Updated Covid Vaccine Coverage Delayed for Some Medicare Recipients

Ava Martinez

As public health officials continue to encourage vaccination against Covid-19, some Medicare beneficiaries are encountering unexpected challenges when trying to access the updated vaccine. Reports have surfaced from across the…

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US revokes TSMC's licence on China-bound tech

August 30, 2025

TSMC loses US licence for China-bound tech

Ava Martinez

In a significant move reshaping the global semiconductor landscape, the United States has revoked Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) license to supply certain advanced technologies to China. This decision marks…

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Why cool air is becoming a luxury many Americans can't afford

August 30, 2025

Why cool air is becoming a luxury for many Americans

Ava Martinez

As the temperatures keep climbing throughout the United States, the basic relief of remaining cool in the summer is slipping away for millions of Americans. What used to be a…

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Defending US Open champ Sabalenka returns to semifinals with walkover win against Vondroušová

August 30, 2025

Defending US Open champ Sabalenka advances to semifinals after walkover win over Vondroušová

Ava Martinez

Aryna Sabalenka, the defending champion at the US Open, has advanced to the semifinals without having to play a full match after her scheduled opponent, Markéta Vondroušová, was forced to…

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Kyle Tucker returns to Cubs' starting lineup for Brewers series finale

August 17, 2025

Kyle Tucker back in Cubs’ starting lineup for Brewers finale

Ava Martinez

Kyle Tucker is set to make his return to the starting lineup as the Chicago Cubs prepare to close their series against the Milwaukee Brewers. The announcement has energized fans…

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Walmart is raising prices because of tariffs. Customers are still flocking to Walmart

August 17, 2025

Walmart increases prices because of tariffs, but shoppers aren’t staying away

Ava Martinez

Walmart, one of the most significant retail networks globally, is dealing with a complicated economic environment due to tariffs inflating costs throughout its supply chain. Even with the difficulties arising…

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Hurricane Erin forecast to bring life-threatening surf and rip currents as Category 4

August 14, 2025

Category 4 Hurricane Erin to produce perilous surf and rip currents

Ava Martinez

Hurricane Erin, now classified as a Category 4 hurricane, is gaining strength in the Atlantic and is expected to produce perilous surf and robust rip currents along the shoreline. Weather…

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Chicago man fatally shot while streaming on Facebook Live

August 12, 2025

Man in Chicago shot dead while on Facebook Live

Ava Martinez

An individual in Chicago was tragically shot and killed while broadcasting on Facebook Live, a harrowing incident that highlights the increasingly blurred lines between digital life and real-world violence. The…

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August 8, 2025

Trump, Putin to meet without Zelenskyy: White House statement on exclusion

Ava Martinez

A high-stakes summit is set to unfold between the U.S. president and his Russian counterpart in Alaska, but notably absent from the table will be the Ukrainian president. White House…

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