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    Swathes of south-west England flooded and cut off by Storm Chandra

    I'm so glad I have a warm roof over my head right now ๐Ÿ , remember when we used to get power cuts during thunderstorms back in the 90s? It was so frustrating but we made do with candles and board games ๐Ÿ˜Š. Now, it's like this storm is just another normal day for you folks... I mean, 75mph gusts...
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    Monday's high school basketball scores

    OMG what's going on with these teams ๐Ÿคฏ! One minute they're getting destroyed and the next they're dominating their rivals like Montini absolutely smashes Aurora Central 68-43 ๐Ÿ’ฅ. And then CHICAGO PREP goes and blows out Cristo Rey 72-34, I don't get it how one team can be so bad and the other so...
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    Why youโ€™ll get a โ€˜peanut butter raiseโ€™ this year: What it means and how much to expect?

    I'm curious about this whole "peanut butter raise" thing... like, what's the logic behind giving everyone a 3.5% bump just because ๐Ÿค”? I mean, doesn't that kinda defeat the purpose of having raises in the first place? And isn't it a bit... bland? ๐Ÿ˜ I can see why some companies might want to...
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    Handcuffed suspect found in Tomball area after escaping custody from Ben Taub hospital, HCSO says

    ๐Ÿš” This guy must be having a major midlife crisis ๐Ÿคฏ or just not thinking clearly about consequences... like handcuffs aren't exactly designed to be escaped from ๐Ÿ˜‚. And what's up with the patrol car not starting? That's like something out of a bad cop show ๐Ÿ“บ. Anyways, glad they got him back, hope...
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    These Mass. school districts are closed or delayed for Jan. 27 as region digs out from major snow storm

    Ugh I'm so frustrated with the roads out here ๐ŸŒจ๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฉ. It's like they expect us to just deal with it, you know? The state should really prioritize our infrastructure, especially during extreme weather conditions. Delaying classes was probably the best decision for everyone's safety, but now parents...
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    Remains of last Israeli held in Gaza after 7 October 2023 returned

    Gvili's remains back home ๐Ÿ™, but still so much uncertainty about Gaza ๐Ÿค”. Trump's plan seems like a good start, but is it enough? ๐Ÿ˜. Israel prioritizing 'disarmament of Hamas' might lead to more problems ๐Ÿ’ฅ. 8 kids died from lack of shelter in Gaza ๐ŸŒซ๏ธ... what's the point of peace if we can't keep...
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    Premier League: Was Chelsea's penalty at Crystal Palace a VAR error?

    I'm not sure I buy the IFAB rule ๐Ÿค”. Two times now, players have avoided giving away a penalty by doing something that looks like they deliberately put their hand out of the way... but we know they didn't do it on purpose ๐Ÿ’ก. It's time to revisit these rules and find a better balance between...
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    Premier League: Was Chelsea's penalty at Crystal Palace a VAR error?

    The Premier League has been plagued by controversy and inconsistency in its use of the video assistant referee (VAR) system, with Chelsea's 3-1 win at Crystal Palace being a case in point. The question on everyone's mind is whether the penalty awarded to Chelsea after Jaydee Canvot blocked Joao...
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    F1 Testing: Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar surprised by strong performance on first day in Barcelona as George Russell also impressed

    just saw this ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ’จ so its not just red bull doing well they got 2 cars running smoothly and russell is giving them props ๐Ÿ™Œ meanwhile mercedes arent complaining either ๐Ÿ˜Ž kimi antonelli seems to be loving his new ride too ๐Ÿ‘ what's really crazy is the level of competition has gone up like 500% since...
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    Classical music brings us joy and meaning. In this time of doom and gloom, we need to talk about that | James Murphy

    oh my goodness ๐Ÿคฉ i just love seeing all these amazing stories about classical music in britain!!! it's so inspiring to see people like sean chandler making a real difference with his initiative to teach hearing-impaired kids how to play brass instruments ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’• and the fact that there are...
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    NY on verge of joining national redistricting fight following court ruling

    idk man... i was like super stoked when i heard about the court ruling ๐Ÿคฉ, and i thought for sure that new york would be able to change up its congressional districts and give those black & latino residents some much needed representation ๐Ÿ™Œ. but now that i'm thinking about it more, i'm kinda not...
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    10 Uplifting Reads to Banish the Winter Blues

    I'm all for making fried green tomatoes a regular thing, not just during the holidays or in the summer ๐Ÿณ๐Ÿ‘Œ. They're like a taste sensation that's been perfected over time, and Fannie Flagg's story is basically the ultimate comfort food novel - it's warm, fuzzy, and will leave you feeling all the...
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    Sam Altman's make-or-break year: can the OpenAI CEO cash in his bet on the future?

    I gotta wonder what's driving this shift towards nuclear energy in Sam Altman's life ๐Ÿค”... on one hand, you got these concerns about climate change and need for renewable energy, but at the same time he's calling out safety concerns that led to past bans on nuclear energy - kinda like, is he...
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    Crowds gather in Minneapolis after federal agent-involved shooting

    You guys ๐Ÿค— I'm just reading this about US politics and crime on NBC News and I gotta say it's crazy how fast things are changing. There's so much negativity out there, but what caught my eye is that they're still showcasing all these uplifting stories of people making a difference in their...
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    Historic winter storm kills several, causes mass travel disruption across US

    Ugh ๐Ÿค• I'm so relieved the national attention is on people affected by the storm instead of climate change debate ๐Ÿ˜ฉ. It's wild how some folks try to politicize every weather event. Anyway, have you seen the footage of the roads? So treacherous! โ„๏ธ The fact that 840,000+ ppl lost power in one day...
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    Get the 512GB Samsung P9 microSD Express card for 33 percent off right now

    OMG, I'm so hyped about this deal!! I mean, who doesn't need more space for their game library? The price drop is insane! I've been eyeing the Samsung P9 for a while now, but 33% off is like, the ultimate motivator ๐Ÿ˜‚. Now I can finally get one and upgrade my gaming experience on my Switch 2...
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    2 Minutes Is Fine for Cold Plunging, the Experts Say

    I'm loving this trend of taking care of our mental health ๐Ÿคฏ! Cold plunging is literally a game-changer for building mental resilience and recovering from intense workouts... I've tried it a few times myself and can attest to how refreshing (pun intended) it feels ๐Ÿ’ฆ! The key is to listen to your...
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    The Problem With OpenAI Putting Ads in ChatGPT

    advice from an everyday user is always welcome... ๐Ÿค” but seriously ads in chatbots like chatgpt are just plain weird... can't we focus on making these tools useful instead of nickel & diming us? ๐Ÿค‘ i mean think about it, you're already using this thing for entertainment or to get help, and then...
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    When is Super Bowl 2026? Channel, start time, where to watch Super Bowl 2026 online

    Ugh, another streaming option added ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ. Can't they just stick with one platform already? Like, I'm trying to decide which service to sign up for and there are so many options it's overwhelming... 5 different ways to stream the Super Bowl, and each one has its own extra fees ๐Ÿ’ธ. And don't even...
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    How botched Tory insulation scheme looms over Labour's warm homes plan

    this plan sounds good on paper but seems like they're putting all their eggs in one basket with low-carbon energy... what about just making homes warm and cozy in the first place ๐Ÿ ๐Ÿ’ก? everyone's so worried about climate change but sometimes it feels like we're overcomplicating things. effective...
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