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A COLD FRONT IS ADVANCING THAT WILL TRIGGER SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS AND A RISK OF EXTREME PHENOMENA THAT THREATEN THE WEEKEND.

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✍️ A severe weather system is expected to bring unstable conditions to wide areas of the United States, with potential for intense thunderstorms, tornadoes, and heavy rainfall.

👉 Severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall expected across the central and southern Great Plains, Midwest, and Eastern Seaboard 👉 Tornadoes possible, with some potentially severe 👉 Heavy rainfall and flash flooding expected, especially in areas with saturated soil 👉 Cooler temperatures and rain expected for the Northeast and Southeast over the weekend

-- #UnitedStates #Midwest #GreatPlains #Northeast #Southeast #AltoMedioOeste #GrandesLagos #Rocosas #weather

STORMS AND HAIL THIS WEEKEND: THE TRAJECTORY OF A TORNADO THAT WILL PUT MILLIONS AT RISK IN THE US

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✍️ A powerful storm system is expected to bring intense thunderstorms, tornadoes, and heavy rain to a wide area of the United States, with the potential to affect over 50 million people.

👉 Over 50 million people may be affected by the storm 👉 Intense thunderstorms, tornadoes, and heavy rain expected 👉 Strong winds and large hail possible 👉 Risk of flooding and rapid inundation 👉 Affecting states in the central and eastern US

-- #UnitedStates #Midwest #GreatLakes #OhioValley #OklahomaCity #KansasCity #LaCrosse,Wisconsin #weather

NEW ROUND OF RAIN IN APRIL: STRONG WIND ALERT AND THREAT OF STORMS ACROSS MUCH OF THE US.

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✍️ A unusual cold snap is affecting parts of the United States, with intense winds and severe thunderstorms expected in the Midwest and Great Plains.

👉 Intense winds and severe thunderstorms expected in the Midwest and Great Plains 👉 Winds reaching up to 90 mph in some areas 👉 Severe thunderstorms possible, with heavy rain and flash flooding warnings issued 👉 Cold air from Canada causing temperatures to drop significantly in some regions

-- #UnitedStates #Midwest #GreatPlains #Montana #Iowa #Wyoming #Kansas #Missouri #Minnesota #Nebraska #Florida #NuevaYork #NuevaInglaterra #weather

BREAKING DOWN THE SHEER COSMIC IRONY OF AN ALL-BIG TEN, INDIANA-OREGON PEACH BOWL

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✍️ The Southeastern Conference (SEC) has dominated college football's national championships, but the Big Ten has taken over with two consecutive titles and a team in this season's national championship game.

👉 The SEC has won 14 national championships since 2000, with 64% of titles coming from current SEC programs. 👉 The Big Ten has won the past two national championships and will have a team in this season's national championship game. 👉 The transfer portal and NIL have changed the landscape of college football, with players getting paid and moving unrestricted. 👉 The SEC has not adapted well to these changes, with programs like Alabama and Georgia struggling to maintain their dominance.

-- #NickSaban #CurtCignetti #DanLanning #KirbySmart #Atlanta #Georgia #Tuscaloosa #Midwest #sports

TODAY'S WEATHER IN THE US: HOW THE COLD FRONT ADVANCES AND THE ALERT MAP ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 8, 2026

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✍️ A cold front is expected to bring extreme weather contrasts to the United States, with snow, heavy rain, and severe thunderstorms in the west and north, while the east and southeast experience unusually high temperatures.

👉 A cold front is advancing from the west to the center and north of the United States 👉 Snow, heavy rain, and severe thunderstorms are expected in the west and north 👉 Unusually high temperatures are expected in the east and southeast 👉 The front is expected to strengthen and move towards the northeast 👉 Significant snowfall and winter weather conditions are expected in the Midwest and Great Lakes regions

-- #UnitedStates #Colorado #NewMexico #PacificNorthwest #GreatLakes #Midwest #Northeast #Oklahoma #Mississippi #Tennessee #weather

WINTER STORM BRINGS HEAVY SNOW AND STRONG WINDS ACROSS PARTS OF THE US

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✍️ A winter storm brought frigid temperatures, strong winds, and heavy snow to the Great Lakes and northeast, leaving tens of thousands without power and causing icy travel.

👉 Tens of thousands of customers without power 👉 Frigid temperatures in Great Lakes, north-east and midwest 👉 Strong winds and heavy snow 👉 Treacherous travel 👉 Bomb cyclone hits midwest

-- #GreatLakes #North-east #Midwest #Plains #weather

RIVALS 2025 MICHIGAN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYER OF THE YEAR HONORS

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✍️ The article highlights the top honors for the 2025 Michigan high school football season, including Player of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and Coach of the Year.

👉 Corey Sadler Jr. named Player of the Year 👉 Traverse Moore named Offensive Player of the Year 👉 Camari Patterson named Defensive Player of the Year 👉 Justin Cessante named Coach of the Year 👉 DeWitt Panthers won the Division 3 state championship 👉 Orchard Lake St. Mary's Prep Eaglets won the Division 2 state championship

-- #CoreySadlerJr. #TraverseMoore #CamariPatterson #JustinCessante #Michigan #Midwest #CassTech #DeWitt #OrchardLakeSt.Mary'sPrep #DetroitCatholicCentral #sports

THE SOUND OF A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS

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✍️ The article discusses the enduring popularity of the soundtrack to the 1965 animated special 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' and its impact on the music industry.

👉 The soundtrack to 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' has become a beloved holiday classic 👉 Vince Guaraldi's composition has influenced the music industry, with many artists covering its songs 👉 The soundtrack has been certified 5 million units by the Recording Industry Association of America 👉 It has been recognized by the Library of Congress's National Recording Registry as 'culturally, historically or aesthetically significant'

-- #VinceGuaraldi #CharlesM.Schulz #LeeMendelson #BillMelendez #CaitlinFlanagan #JasonMendelson #BenjaminClark #DerrickBang #DavidBenoit #TrishaYearwood #CyrusChestnut #SigSigworth #NorthernCalifornia #Sacramento #SonomaCounty #SanFrancisco #RedwoodCity #GoldenGateBridge #Midwest #LosAngeles #entertainment

CHRISTMAS WITH SNOW IN ILLINOIS? THE REAL POSSIBILITIES FOR THIS DATE, ACCORDING TO THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC

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✍️ The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts a mixed weather scenario for Christmas 2025 in the US, with some areas expecting snow and others experiencing rain and storms.

👉 The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts a mixed weather scenario for Christmas 2025 in the US 👉 The Midwest, including Illinois, is expected to experience cold and snowy conditions 👉 The Northeast and Great Lakes regions will see more typical winter weather 👉 The almanac's "Christmas White" map shows a significant chance of snowfall in the Midwest 👉 Meteorologists at NBC 5 Chicago have analyzed the weather patterns, suggesting that a change in atmospheric flow may reduce the chances of snow in the area

-- #KevinJeanes #Illinois #Midwest #Northeast #GreatLakes #Chicago #Canada #weather

WEATHER IN THE US TODAY, DECEMBER 19TH, AND THE WEEKEND: SNOW IN NEW YORK, RAIN IN CALIFORNIA AND OTHER ALERTS

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✍️ A cold front will bring rain, snow, and strong winds to various regions in the United States on Friday, December 19.

👉 Rain, snow, and strong winds expected in various regions 👉 Winter storm warnings and advisories issued for several areas 👉 Significant snowfall possible in the Northeast, Midwest, and Rocky Mountains 👉 Strong winds and reduced visibility expected in some areas

-- #UnitedStates #GreatLakes #Southeast #Northeast #Midwest #RockyMountains #PacificNorthwest #Maryland #Virginia #Utah #Colorado #Montana #NorthDakota #Minnesota #Pennsylvania #NewYork #weather

US WEATHER: REPORTS OF POWER OUTAGES DUE TO SNOW AND WIND ON WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17

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✍️ A strong atmospheric system is advancing over the United States, bringing extreme weather contrasts, with intense winds, heavy snowfall, and isolated thunderstorms expected in the north, while the rest of the country experiences unusual warmth.

👉 Strong winds and heavy snowfall expected in the north 👉 Isolated thunderstorms possible in the north 👉 Power outages and transportation disruptions expected 👉 Hazardous conditions in the northern Plains 👉 Unusual warmth expected in the rest of the country

-- #UnitedStates #Northeast #Northwest #Midwest #California #Oregon #Texas #Minnesota #DakotadelNorte #DakotadelSur #Washington #weather

THE DATA CENTER BOOM COULD TRIGGER BLACKOUTS

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✍️ PJM Interconnection, the country's largest power grid operator, plans to power new data centers despite lacking capacity, sparking concerns about blackout risks and windfall profits.

👉 PJM Interconnection plans to power new data centers despite lacking capacity 👉 Concerns about blackout risks and windfall profits 👉 Monitoring Analytics files complaint with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 👉 Data center load growth is the primary reason for precarious electricity capacity conditions 👉 Consumers have paid billions of dollars for transmission upgrades

-- #Midwest #Mid-Atlantic #Virginia #world/business

EXTREME COLD, SNOW, RAIN, AND OTHER ALERTS FOR THE WEEKEND OF DECEMBER 5-7 IN THE US.

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✍️ A strong cold front is expected to bring extreme weather conditions to the United States, including heavy snowfall, freezing temperatures, and persistent rain in the Gulf.

👉 Heavy snowfall expected in the eastern states, with accumulations of up to 3 inches 👉 Freezing temperatures expected in the Midwest and Northeast, with temperatures dropping below 0°F in some areas 👉 Persistent rain expected in the Gulf Coast, with accumulations of up to 1 inch 👉 Isolated thunderstorms possible in the southeastern states

-- #UnitedStates #EastCoast #GulfCoast #Midwest #Northeast #Florida #Georgia #Alabama #PanhandleofFlorida #Idaho #Montana #Wyoming #Colorado #Dakotas #Iowa #Minnesota #GrandLakes #weather

WEEK 14 CHICAGO BEARS POWER RANKINGS

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✍️ The Chicago Bears are getting respect after their impressive 9-3 record and dominant win over the Philadelphia Eagles.

👉 The Bears are 9-3 and the No. 1 seed in the NFC 👉 They have won nine of their last 10 games 👉 Their running game has been dominant, with 281 yards against the Eagles 👉 They have a tough remaining schedule, including two games against the Packers and the 49ers 👉 The coaching staff, led by Ben Johnson, has been praised for their ability to get the most out of their players

-- #AaronLeming #MikeFlorio #NateDavis #FrankSchwab #EricEdholm #CalebWilliams #DianteLee #PetePrisco #JoshKendall #ChadGraff #BenJohnson #MattEberflus #Chicago #Philadelphia #LambeauField #GreenBay #Midwest #sports

BLACK FRIDAY SPENDING SURGES PAST FORECASTS, CAPPING STRONG HOLIDAY KICKOFF

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✍️ Black Friday sales exceeded expectations with shoppers spending heavily online and in-store, indicating Americans have considerable purchasing power heading into the holiday season.

👉 Black Friday sales exceeded expectations with a 4.1% increase in retail sales excluding automotive 👉 Online sales jumped 10.4% and in-store purchases rose 1.7% 👉 Strength was broad-based across categories, including apparel, jewelry, and restaurant sales 👉 Digital commerce continued to set records, with U.S. consumers spending $11.8 billion online on Black Friday

-- #MichelleMeyer #NewEngland #Midwest #Southeast #Minnesota #NewYork #business

VIDEO: WINTER STORM BLASTING MIDWEST CANCELS 1,400 FLIGHTS

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✍️ A massive winter storm hit the Midwest, causing flight cancellations and traffic disruptions during the Thanksgiving holiday.

👉 Over 1,400 flights canceled due to the winter storm 👉 Chicago O'Hare International Airport was the most impacted, with over 930 cancellations and 750 delays 👉 Winter Storm Chan expected to bring widespread icing and significant snow to the Northeast 👉 Traffic disruptions and hazardous travel conditions reported in the Midwest and Great Lakes

-- #Midwest #GreatLakes #Northeast #Chicago #Putnamville,Indiana #weather

11/29: CBS WEEKEND NEWS

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✍️ A major storm is affecting travel in the Midwest, impacting holiday weekend plans.

👉 Heavy snow and strong winds are affecting the Midwest 👉 Travel disruptions are occurring, with many flights delayed or canceled 👉 A winter storm warning has been issued for several states

-- #Midwest #UnitedStates #weather

A MAJOR WINTER STORM DISRUPTS TRAVEL AS MILLIONS HEAD HOME AFTER THANKSGIVING

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✍️ A severe storm is expected to hit the Midwest and Great Lakes regions over the weekend, bringing heavy snowfall and hazardous travel conditions.

👉 Widespread heavy snowfall expected 👉 Hazardous travel conditions expected 👉 Storm to spread through Midwest and Great Lakes regions over the weekend

-- #Midwest #GreatLakes #weather

MAJOR WINTER STORM TAKES SHAPE AS THANKSGIVING TRAVEL HITS HOME STRETCH

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✍️ A winter storm alert has been issued for the Midwest and Northern Plains, with wind gusts expected to reach up to 40 miles per hour.

👉 Winter storm alert issued for Midwest and Northern Plains 👉 Wind gusts expected to reach up to 40 miles per hour 👉 TSA predicts three million passengers will be screened on Sunday

-- #Midwest #NorthernPlains #world

SNOW, RAIN AND COLD IN STORE FOR SOME THANKSGIVING TRAVELERS

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✍️ Winter storm warnings have been issued for much of the northern US, with snow expected to fall from Montana to New York over the Thanksgiving weekend.

👉 Winter storm warnings issued for much of the northern US 👉 Snow expected to fall from Montana to New York over the Thanksgiving weekend 👉 Six inches to a foot or more of snow expected in some areas 👉 Storm expected to start on Friday and last well into the weekend 👉 Midwest and Northeast expected to be hit the hardest

-- #Montana #NewYork #Iowa #Illinois #Wisconsin #Michigan #LakeSuperior #Erie #Ontario #PacificNorthwest #Rockies #Midwest #GulfCoast #NewEngland #Mid-Atlantic #Southeast #WesternMichigan #weather

EXTREME AND SEVERE WEATHER WARNING FOR FLIGHTS TO NEW YORK

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✍️ A major winter storm is expected to affect tens of millions of Americans over the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend, bringing heavy snow, rain, and concerns about widespread disruptions to flights and roadways from Montana to New York.

👉 Heavy snow and rain expected in parts of the country 👉 Widespread disruptions to flights and roadways possible 👉 Storm expected to affect tens of millions of Americans 👉 Travelers advised to check the latest weather forecasts and plan accordingly

-- #Montana #NewYork #Midwest #Northeast #world

COLD WAVE IN THE US: WHAT LABOR PROTECTIONS EXIST FOR THOSE WHO WORK OUTDOORS

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✍️ A winter storm is expected to advance across the United States this weekend, prompting the need to review labor laws and safety regulations regarding responsibilities for employers and protections for workers who must work outdoors.

👉 A winter storm is expected to advance across the United States this weekend. 👉 The National Weather Service (NWS) has forecast a complex scenario for the Midwest, Great Lakes, Northeast, and parts of the South. 👉 OSHA recognizes the risks associated with low temperatures and requires employers to provide a safe working environment. 👉 Some states have specific regulations, such as Minnesota, which sets a minimum temperature of 60°F (15.5°C) for indoor spaces. 👉 OSHA recommends establishing warm areas for frequent breaks, adjusting work schedules, and monitoring early signs of heat stress.

-- #UnitedStates #Midwest #GreatLakes #Northeast #South #Minnesota #Illinois #RhodeIsland #environment

MAJOR WINTER STORM ON TRACK TO IMPACT POST-THANKSGIVING TRAVEL FOR MILLIONS

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✍️ A winter storm warning has been issued for the northern US, with heavy snow and cold weather expected for the rest of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

👉 Winter storm warnings and advisories issued for the northern US 👉 Heavy snow and cold weather expected for the rest of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend 👉 Up to 42 million people potentially impacted 👉 Hazardous travel conditions expected, with some areas expecting over a foot of snow

-- #AndrewKozak #AdamStahl #SeanDuffy #SarahLynchBaldwin #Montana #NewYork #Cleveland #NewEngland #GreatLakesregion #Iowa #Illinois #Chicago #LowerPeninsulaofMichigan #NewYorkstate #PacificNorthwest #Rockies #Midwest #Northeast #GulfCoast #I-95corridor #weather

WEATHER IN THE US TODAY: NEW COLD WAVE AND OTHER ALERTS FOR FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28 AND THE WEEKEND

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✍️ A new winter episode will mark the US climate from Friday to the weekend, with intense snowfalls, strong winds, and a significant temperature drop affecting vast areas of the country.

👉 Intense snowfall expected in the Great Lakes and the Northeast 👉 Strong winds and hazardous travel conditions anticipated in the Midwest 👉 Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected in the southern states and the Mississippi Valley 👉 Temperature drop expected in the central and eastern parts of the country

-- #UnitedStates #GreatLakes #Northeast #Midwest #Plains #MississippiValley #Texas #Southeast #weather

US MIDWEST AND NORTH BRACE FOR STORM AS NEARLY 82M PEOPLE TRAVEL FOR HOLIDAYS

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✍️ A strong storm is expected to hit parts of the US midwest and Great Lakes region this weekend, causing travel delays and hazardous conditions.

👉 Heavy snow expected in parts of Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan 👉 Travel delays and hazardous conditions expected 👉 Airports have largely recovered from government shutdown 👉 82 million people expected to travel this Thanksgiving weekend 👉 6,630 US flights delayed on Wednesday

-- #US #Midwest #GreatLakes #Iowa #Minnesota #Wisconsin #Michigan #Texas #NewEngland #Pacificnorth-west #MississippiRivervalley #weather

NO MORE PJM DATA CENTERS UNLESS THEY CAN BE RELIABLY SERVED: MARKET MONITOR

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✍️ The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is being asked to require PJM Interconnection to only add large data centers to its system when they can be reliably served, according to a complaint filed by the grid operator's market monitor.

👉 PJM Interconnection is considering allowing data center loads that cannot be reliably served 👉 Monitoring Analytics argues that PJM has the authority to require new data centers to wait in a queue until there is adequate generation and transmission 👉 The complaint comes after PJM stakeholders failed to agree on a new framework for adding data centers and other large loads to the system

-- #PJMInterconnection #Mid-Atlantic #Midwest #DistrictofColumbia #technology

POLAR WAVE FORECAST FOR THE WEEKEND OF 'THANKSGIVING': POLAR WAVE, STORMS, AND SLIPPERY ROADS IN THESE US PLACES

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✍️ A intense cold front is expected to bring heavy snow, rain, and strong winds to the US this weekend, affecting travel plans for Thanksgiving.

👉 Heavy snow and strong winds expected in the Great Lakes and Midwest 👉 Rain and thunderstorms expected in the South 👉 Disruptions to travel plans expected, including delays and cancellations 👉 Check road and airport conditions before heading out 👉 Precaution advised in mountainous areas west of the Rocky Mountains

-- #UnitedStates #GreatLakes #Northwest #Midwest #Chicago-O'Hare #Cleveland #Seattle #Portland #RockyMountains #Montana #Washington #Oregon #Dakotas #Iowa #Wisconsin #Illinois #Dallas-Ft.Worth #KansasCity #Ohio #Oklahoma #Texas #NewYork #Philadelphia #Boston #weather

WATCH: CAR NEARLY HITS FIRST RESPONDERS IN MIDWEST BLIZZARD CONDITIONS

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✍️ A winter storm is expected to bring snow and hazardous road conditions to parts of the US, particularly in the Midwest, on Thanksgiving Day.

👉 Winter storm expected to bring snow and hazardous road conditions to parts of the US 👉 Midwest expected to be hit hardest, with blizzard conditions and hazardous road collisions 👉 Winter storm alerts and hazardous weather outlooks issued for several states 👉 Another storm expected to hit western and central states on November 29

-- #US #Midwest #Michigan #Minnesota #Montana #NorthDakota #SouthDakota #Wisconsin #Westernandcentralstates #weather

NEW YORK TIMES IS GETTING ABSOLUTELY HAMMERED ONLINE FOR SYMPATHETIC ARTICLE ABOUT CRIMINAL ILLEGAL ALIEN

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✍️ The New York Times published an article about an illegal alien who committed identity theft and used the stolen identity to secure employment, sparking outrage and criticism from many online.

👉 The article tells the story of Romeo Perez-Bravo, an illegal alien who stole the identity of Dan Kluver, an American citizen. 👉 Perez-Bravo used the stolen identity to secure employment in the Midwest, leading to Kluver being forced to pay thousands of dollars to resolve tax debts racked up by Perez-Bravo. 👉 The article portrays the identity theft as a 'survival tactic' used by illegal immigrants. 👉 Many online critics have condemned the article for portraying Perez-Bravo as a victim.

-- #RomeoPerez-Bravo #DanKluver #TriciaMcLaughlin #SteveCortes #JoshWilliams #Guatemala #Midwest #UnitedStates #politics

UNDERCOVER PRO: CHEATERS AT HIGH-STAKES SIM TOURNEYS

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✍️ A golf simulator owner shares his experiences with cheating and manipulation in the simulator golf world, highlighting the ease with which players can exploit system weaknesses.

👉 Players can manipulate gimme putts by changing the range from which the system automatically gives them a putt. 👉 Some players use cooking spray to reduce friction and gain an advantage in long-drive competitions. 👉 Cheaters can hack into systems to manipulate scores or exploit weaknesses in the simulator's tracking technology. 👉 Event organizers are starting to implement measures to prevent cheating, such as requiring video documentation and playing in pairs.

-- #JordanWeber #UndercoverPro #Midwest #SanDiego #Houston #TPCSawgrass #sports

HOMEBUYERS SEIZED ON LOWER MORTGAGE RATES AS CONTRACT ACTIVITY JUMPED IN OCTOBER

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✍️ Home contract signings increased 1.9% in October, driven by lower mortgage rates, despite the government shutdown.

👉 Home contract signings increased 1.9% in October 👉 Mortgage rates fell to a year-low of 6.17% 👉 The Midwest experienced the largest jump in contract signings 👉 Contract signings are down 0.4% from last year 👉 The government shutdown may have caused uncertainty for some buyers

-- #LisaSturtevant #ClaireBoston #Midwest #West #housing

US AIRPORTS THAT MAY EXPERIENCE FLIGHT DELAYS AND CANCELLATIONS DUE TO WEATHER ON THANKSGIVING

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✍️ The article discusses the weather forecast for Thanksgiving week in the United States, highlighting potential delays and cancellations at airports due to storms, rain, and snow.

👉 The Weather Channel predicts storms, rain, and snow in various parts of the country 👉 Airports in the Northeast, Midwest, and West Coast may experience delays and cancellations 👉 The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts variable weather conditions, including sunny days in the East and precipitation in the West 👉 Some states, such as New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts, may experience light snowfall

-- #UnitedStates #EastCoast #WestCoast #Northeast #Midwest #WashingtonD.C. #NewYork #Massachusetts #Texas #Florida #Virginia #CarolinadelNorte #Montana #Idaho #Oregon #Washington #GrandesLagos #MontañasRocosas #AltasLlanuras #Dakotas #Missouri #Kansas #Louisiana #ValledeMississippi #NuevaInglaterra #weather

COLD WAVE AND MORE SNOW IN THE USA: AREAS MOST AFFECTED BY THE WINTER WEATHER ON THANKSGIVING DAY 2025

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✍️ The article discusses the weather forecast for Thanksgiving Day 2025 in the United States, with varying conditions expected across the country.

👉 Varying weather conditions expected across the United States for Thanksgiving Day 2025 👉 Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions expected to be cold with temperatures below average 👉 Midwest and Great Plains will experience mild temperatures but with a risk of snow showers 👉 West Coast will see rain and snow 👉 Alaska will be cold and snowy 👉 Hawaii will experience pleasant weather with temperatures in the mid-70s

-- #UnitedStates #Northeast #Mid-Atlantic #Midwest #GreatPlains #WestCoast #Alaska #Hawaii #NuevaInglaterra #Texas #Vermont #Maine #NewHampshire #NuevaYork #WashingtonD.C. #California #Nevada #Oregon #Utah #Colorado #Idaho #Montana #Arizona #NuevoMéxico #weather

COSTCO RECALLS CAESAR SALAD PRODUCTS FOR POSSIBLE PLASTIC CONTAMINATION

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✍️ Costco has issued a recall of two popular prepared food items sold in the eastern half of the US due to the possible presence of plastic foreign material in the salad dressing.

👉 Costco has issued a recall of two prepared food items due to the possible presence of plastic foreign material in the salad dressing. 👉 The affected products were sold at stores in the Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast regions of the US. 👉 This is not the first recall for Costco in the past four months. 👉 Notices on other recalled products are available on Costco's website.

-- #UnitedStates #Midwest #Northeast #Southeast #business

HOME DEPOT CEO SOUNDS ALARM ON TROUBLING CUSTOMER TREND IN STORES

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✍️ Home Depot struggles with weak sales and declining foot traffic, citing lack of storms and housing market challenges.

👉 Home Depot's US comparable sales increased by only 0.1% year-over-year 👉 Foot traffic at Home Depot's same-store locations dropped by 0.1% during the quarter 👉 CEO Ted Decker attributed the weak performance to the lack of storms and housing market challenges 👉 The company faces a $50 billion cumulative underspend in normal repair and remodel activity in US housing 👉 High interest rates and affordability concerns are affecting consumer spending

-- #TedDecker #LawrenceYun #LeoFeler #DonaldTrump #UnitedStates #Northeast #Midwest #South #West #business

SHOULD YOU BUY VISTRA ENERGY WHILE IT'S BELOW $190?

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✍️ Vistra Energy is a leading electricity provider in the US, serving over 5 million customers, and is well-positioned to benefit from rising energy demand and tight market conditions.

👉 Vistra Energy is a leading electricity provider in the US, serving over 5 million customers 👉 The company has expanded its capacity through acquisitions and new projects 👉 Vistra's merchant power model exposes it to price volatility, but also positions it to benefit from rising wholesale power prices 👉 The company is well-positioned to meet rising energy demand

-- #ShelbyTucker #CourtneyCarlsen #UnitedStates #Northeast #Midwest #California #PJMregion #PermianBasin #business

EXISTING HOME SALES SEE SMALL OCTOBER GAIN, BUT SUPPLY IS NOW DROPPING

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✍️ Mortgage rates improved in the summer, leading to a 1.2% increase in home sales in October, but the gain may be short-lived due to government shutdowns and limited housing inventory.

👉 Home sales increased 1.2% in October, with a total of 4.1 million units sold. 👉 The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage decreased slightly before rising again. 👉 The inventory of homes for sale has decreased, leading to a 4.4-month supply. 👉 Prices are still gaining, with the median price of a home sold in October being $415,200. 👉 First-time buyers made a comeback, representing 32% of sales.

-- #DanielleHale #LawrenceYun #DianaOlick #WalnutCreek #California #Northeast #West #Midwest #South #realestate

STEELERS VS. BEARS WEEK 12, BROADCAST MAP: WHERE FANS CAN WATCH

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✍️ The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to face the Chicago Bears in Week 12, with a broadcast map revealing which areas will carry the game.

👉 Steelers and Bears face off in Week 12 👉 CBS Early broadcast map reveals which areas will carry the game 👉 Game airs in Pennsylvania, Illinois, upper Midwest, and surrounding areas 👉 Fans in other areas can stream the game via YouTube TV's NFL Sunday Ticket

-- #Pittsburgh #Chicago #Pennsylvania #Illinois #Midwest #LasVegas #Arizona #KansasCity #Cincinnati #Baltimore #NewYork #Jacksonville #sports

HOW MUCH SNOW WILL FALL ON THANKSGIVING DAY 2025: THE MAP OF WHERE IT WILL SNOW IN THE UNITED STATES

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✍️ The article discusses the weather forecast for Thanksgiving 2025 in the United States, predicting strong contrasts in climate across the country, with some areas experiencing mild temperatures and others facing winter-like conditions.

👉 Strong contrasts in climate expected across the United States 👉 NOAA predicts high temperatures in the west and a cold snap in the east 👉 Cold front expected to bring frost and possible snow to some areas 👉 The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts snow in specific areas, including the Northeast, Midwest, and Alaska 👉 Some areas may experience mild temperatures, while others face winter-like conditions

-- #UnitedStates #Northeast #Midwest #Alaska #West #East #OesteIntermontañoso #AltoMedioOeste #NuevaInglaterra #Apalaches #GrandesLlanuras #weather

TODAY'S WEATHER IN THE US: HEAVY RAINS IN CALIFORNIA TO NEW JERSEY AND OTHER ALERTS ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18

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✍️ A complex weather pattern is expected to bring intense rain, snow, and severe thunderstorms to various parts of the United States, including California, the Midwest, and the Ohio Valley.

👉 Intense rain and snowfall expected in California, the Midwest, and the Ohio Valley 👉 Risk of flash flooding in urban areas, small streams, and areas affected by recent wildfires 👉 Snowfall expected in the Sierra Nevada mountains and southern Utah 👉 Thunderstorms and precipitation expected in the southern Rockies and southern Great Plains 👉 Risk of rapid accumulation of water, especially during the morning and early hours of Wednesday

-- #California #SierraNevada #Utah #OhioValley #Midwest #SouthernRockies #SouthernGreatPlains #Mississippi #GrandLakes #Apalaches #Chicago #Detroit #Pensilvania #Maryland #VirginiaOccidental #NuevaJersey #weather

11/17 BIG TEN BASKETBALL PREVIEW: OREGON STATE AT OREGON

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✍️ The article discusses the upcoming Big Ten college basketball games, featuring Oregon State vs. Oregon and SIU Edwardsville vs. Wisconsin.

👉 Oregon State vs. Oregon: Ducks favored by 13 points 👉 Oregon State has a porous defense 👉 Oregon's offense is struggling 👉 SIU Edwardsville vs. Wisconsin: Badgers favored by 21 points 👉 Wisconsin has been performing well on both offense and defense

-- #Eugene #PacificNorthwest #Midwest #sports

PARKER-HANNIFIN’S (PH) A “STANDOUT STOCK,” SAYS JIM CRAMER

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✍️ Jim Cramer discussed Parker-Hannifin Corporation's recent acquisition of Filtration Group and its implications for the data center market.

👉 Parker-Hannifin Corporation acquired Filtration Group for $9.25 billion 👉 Filtration Group's products serve the heating and cooling market 👉 The acquisition is seen as a positive for Parker-Hannifin Corporation's data center business 👉 Jim Cramer praised Parker-Hannifin Corporation's shares, which rose $13 after the announcement

-- #JimCramer #Midwest #business

REPORT THE FIRST DEATH RELATED TO AN 'ALLERGY TO MEAT' TRANSMITTED BY TICKS: UP TO 450,000 AMERICANS MAY BE AFFECTED

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✍️ A 47-year-old man died from anaphylaxis caused by an alpha-gal allergy, a rare condition triggered by tick bites, after consuming a hamburger.

👉 The man died from anaphylaxis caused by an alpha-gal allergy, a rare condition triggered by tick bites. 👉 He had previously suffered a similar episode after eating a steak while on a camping trip. 👉 Experts warn that the condition is on the rise due to climate change and the expansion of tick populations. 👉 The CDC estimates that up to 450,000 Americans may be affected by the condition, although Dr. Platts-Mills suggests that up to 5% of the population may be sensitized without knowing it.

-- #Dr.ThomasPlatts-Mills #UnitedStates #EastCoast #Midwest #Washington #Maine #health

THE MOST ANTICIPATED FORECAST IN CHICAGO: THEY REVEAL WHETHER THERE WILL BE OR NOT A 'WHITE CHRISTMAS' IN 2025

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✍️ Chicago is expecting its first snowfall of the season, raising hopes for a "White Christmas", a phenomenon that has become less frequent in recent years.

👉 The Old Farmer's Almanac has predicted "cold to very cold" conditions in the Chicago area during the week of Christmas. 👉 The forecast includes temperature and precipitation trends for the entire United States. 👉 The Midwest and the region of the Great Lakes are expected to experience a significant drop in temperature and intermittent snowfall before the holiday. 👉 The probability of a "White Christmas" in Chicago is 41% based on historical records since 1870. 👉 The areas with the highest probability of registering snow during the week of Christmas include the Northeast, the Midwest, the Great Lakes, the Ohio River Valley, and Alaska.

-- #Chicago #Illinois #UnitedStates #Midwest #GreatLakes #Northeast #OhioRiverValley #Alaska #weather

WATCH: TIMELAPSE VIDEO SHOWS RARE NORTHERN LIGHTS DISPLAY IN IOWA

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✍️ The US climate agency has issued a severe geomagnetic storm watch, making the northern lights visible in the Midwest and potentially as far south as Alabama and Northern California.

👉 Noaa issued a G4 geomagnetic storm watch due to recent coronal mass ejections from the sun 👉 The storm could make the northern lights visible as far south as Alabama and Northern California 👉 Geomagnetic storms can cause disruptions to communication infrastructure 👉 The highest geomagnetic storm level is G5, which is considered extreme

-- #Iowa #Alabama #NorthernCalifornia #Midwest #environment

WSU LANDS COMMITMENT FROM CLASS OF 2026 WR JAMAL POLITE JR., FIRST WIDEOUT IN CLASS

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✍️ Washington State University has received its first commitment from a wide receiver in the class of 2026, Jamal Polite Jr., a 5-foot-11, 175-pound prospect from Texas.

👉 WSU has its first wide receiver commitment in the class of 2026, Jamal Polite Jr. 👉 Polite is a 5-foot-11, 175-pound prospect from Texas 👉 He chose WSU over offers from UTEP and FCS Lamar 👉 This marks the fifth Texas native in WSU's class of 2026

-- #JamalPoliteJr. #JimmyRogers #Pullman #Texas #Killeen #Midwest #Palouse #NewOrleans #MississippiGulfCoast #Perkinston #SanFrancisco #CouncilBluffs #LakeOswego #ElDoradoHills #Plano #Loomis #Meridian #St.Louis #SanAntonio #Peoria #Harrisburg #Seattle #Gilbert #Littleton #Colorado #sports

ARCTIC BLAST THREATENS MILLIONS ACROSS GREAT LAKES REGION, SOUTH WITH POSSIBLE RECORD-COLD

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✍️ Freeze alerts and warnings are in effect for over 70 million Americans, with near blizzard conditions forecast in Chicago.

👉 Freeze alerts and warnings issued for over 70 million Americans 👉 Near blizzard conditions forecast in Chicago 👉 Arctic air pouring into the Midwest, East, and South

-- #AndrewKozak #Chicago #Midwest #East #South #weather

THAT TIME JOHN L. LEWIS (DIFFERENT JOHN LEWIS) DID SOME GOOD TROUBLE

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✍️ John L. Lewis and his allies created the Committee for Industrial Organization (CIO) in 1935 to revolutionize the American labor movement and organize workers in industries, rather than just skilled crafts.

👉 The CIO was created in 1935 by John L. Lewis and his allies to organize workers in industries, rather than just skilled crafts. 👉 The CIO was a response to the conservative AFL and its leader Samuel Gompers, who excluded certain groups from union membership. 👉 The CIO had a major impact on American history, organizing major workforces and achieving early successes. 👉 The CIO was eventually hamstrung by post-war McCarthyism and merged with the AFL in 1955.

-- #JohnL.Lewis #SamuelGompers #WoodrowWilson #WilliamGreen #WilliamHutcheson #WalterReuther #HenryFord #Appalachiancoalcountry #Midwest #Minneapolis #SanFrancisco #Flint #politics

GAME THREAD: MARQUETTE VS RV INDIANA

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✍️ The article discusses the rarity of games between two Midwest teams that were once powerhouses in the 1970s.

👉 Two Midwest teams that were powerhouses in the 1970s have only played each other 10 times. 👉 The teams in question are likely the Detroit Lions and the Chicago Bears.

-- #Midwest #Detroit #Chicago #sports

ESTIMATED POWER DEMAND WILL OUTSTRIP SUPPLY BY 2032

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✍️ A recent briefing hosted by the Citizens Utility Board of Illinois explored the issues facing the PJM region.

👉 briefing hosted by Citizens Utility Board of Illinois 👉 issues facing the PJM region

-- #Illinois #Midwest #Mid-Atlantic #business

SNOW IN THANKSGIVING IN THE UNITED STATES: FORECAST FROM NOVEMBER 27 TO 29, 2025

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✍️ The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts a varied weather pattern in the US for Thanksgiving, with cold winter weather in the north and warm temperatures in the south.

👉 Snow or mixed precipitation expected in some states 👉 Cold winter weather in the north, including New England, the Midwest, and mountainous areas 👉 Warm temperatures in the south 👉 Intermittent snowfall in Alaska 👉 Rough road conditions and reduced visibility in some areas

-- #BobSmerbeck #BrianThompson #UnitedStates #NewEngland #Midwest #Alaska #NewHampshire #Maine #Massachusetts #Connecticut #Minnesota #Wisconsin #Dakotas #Montana #Idaho #Utah #Colorado #Nevada #Arizona #weather

U.S. FREIGHT MARKET REVERSES GAINS IN THIRD QUARTER AS VOLUMES FALL

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✍️ The US truck freight market saw a decline in the third quarter, with shipment volumes falling 2.9% and shipper spending increasing 2%, according to a report by U.S. Bank.

👉 Shipment volumes fell 2.9% in the third quarter 👉 Shipper spending increased 2% 👉 Tariffs, manufacturing, and consumer spending weigh down volumes 👉 The US already has a substantial manufacturing output, just in more complicated and finished goods 👉 Regional differences were seen, with the Northeast and West leading in a freight recovery, while the Southwest, Southeast, and Midwest continued to face ongoing challenges

-- #BobCostello #UnitedStates #China #Northeast #West #Southwest #Southeast #Midwest #LosAngeles #business

THE INNOVATION BLIND SPOT: HOW SILICON VALLEY IGNORES MIDDLE AMERICA

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✍️ The article argues that venture capital has become too focused on AI and consumer-facing tech, neglecting foundational industries like manufacturing, agriculture, and logistics, which are crucial to the US economy.

👉 Venture capital has become too focused on AI and consumer-facing tech 👉 Foundational industries like manufacturing, agriculture, and logistics are crucial to the US economy 👉 Innovation in these sectors can have a lasting impact on the country 👉 A pragmatic approach focused on long-term value creation is better suited to these sectors 👉 Success is not about chasing the next hype cycle, but about backing founders who tackle hard problems

-- #SanFrancisco #NewYork #SiliconValley #Midwest #business

UTZ EXPANDS CALIFORNIA AND MIDWEST FOOTPRINT WITH NEW DISTRIBUTION DEAL

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✍️ Utz Brands, a Pennsylvania-based snack food company, has acquired Insignia International's direct store delivery distribution assets to expand its presence in California and the Midwest.

👉 Utz Brands acquired Insignia International's direct store delivery distribution assets 👉 The acquisition includes distribution assets and routes across California and the Midwest 👉 Utz sees substantial white space for its brands in California, which represents the nation's largest salty snack market

-- #HowardFriedman #WilliamUtz #SalieUtz #HarrisonJones #California #Midwest #Pennsylvania #Hanover #Florida #business

FIRST FINANCIAL COMPLETES $2.2BN ACQUISITION OF WESTFIELD BANCORP

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✍️ First Financial Bancorp has completed its acquisition of Westfield Bancorp and its subsidiary, Westfield Bank, in a deal valued at $325m.

👉 First Financial Bancorp has completed its acquisition of Westfield Bancorp and its subsidiary, Westfield Bank. 👉 The acquisition adds Westfield Bank's retail locations and services to First Financial's network. 👉 The deal is valued at $325m. 👉 The conversion process is expected to be completed by March 2026.

-- #ArchieBrown #Ohio #Chicago #GrandRapids #Midwest #business

IS CONSTELLATION ENERGY STOCK A BUY NOW?

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✍️ Constellation Energy, the largest nuclear power plant operator in the US, is poised to benefit from the growing demand for energy driven by the rise of AI and hyperscalers.

👉 Constellation Energy is the largest nuclear power plant operator in the US 👉 The company has secured deals with hyperscalers and analysts project strong growth ahead 👉 Constellation Energy's assets are well-positioned to meet the booming demand for energy 👉 The company's nuclear power plants have an average capacity factor of 94.6% 👉 Constellation Energy has assets in major regions across the US, including the Midwest and California

-- #CourtneyCarlsen #US #Midwest #California #PJMregion #MISOregion #Washington,D.C. #business

THE PREDICTIONS ABOUT THE WEATHER ON THANKSGIVING DAY IN 2025, ACCORDING TO ALMANACS. HERE IS THE TRANSLATION OF THE TEXT:

THE PREDICTIONS ABOUT THE WEATHER ON THANKSGIVING DAY IN 2025, ACCORDING TO ALMANACS, INDICATE THAT IT WILL BE A COLD AND DRY DAY IN MOST OF THE COUNTRY, WITH TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 50 TO 60 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT (10 TO 15 DEGREES CELSIUS) IN THE NORTHERN REGIONS AND 60 TO 70 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT (15 TO 20 DEGREES CELSIUS) IN THE SOUTHERN REGIONS. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF SCATTERED CLOUDS AND LIGHT WINDS, BUT NO SIGNIFICANT PRECIPITATION IS EXPECTED. IN THE EASTERN AND CENTRAL REGIONS, THERE MAY BE A SLIGHT CHANCE OF FOG IN THE MORNING, BUT IT WILL CLEAR UP BY MID-MORNING. OVERALL, IT IS EXPECTED TO BE A PLEASANT DAY FOR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AND TRAVEL, BUT IT IS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA TO CHECK THE WEATHER FORECAST BEFORE HEADING OUT.

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✍️ The article discusses the weather forecast for Thanksgiving Day in the United States, with a heterogeneous climate expected across different regions.

👉 The weather forecast for Thanksgiving Day is heterogeneous across different regions 👉 The East is expected to have sunny days 👉 The West will experience precipitation 👉 There is a chance of snow in the North 👉 The article provides specific weather forecasts for different states and regions

-- #UnitedStates #Northeast #Midwest #South #WestCoast #NewYork #Vermont #NewHampshire #Maine #Massachusetts #RhodeIsland #Connecticut #Pennsylvania #NewJersey #Delaware #Maryland #WashingtonD.C. #Ohio #Michigan #Indiana #Kentucky #Illinois #Wisconsin #Tennessee #Virginia #WestVirginia #NorthCarolina #SouthCarolina #Georgia #Alabama #Mississippi #Florida #Arkansas #Louisiana #Oklahoma #Texas #NewMexico #Washington #Oregon #Idaho #California #Nevada #Utah #Arizona #weather

3 BIG NUMBERS: HOW 3 RETAILERS ARE PROGRESSING THROUGH M&A

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✍️ The convenience store industry has seen significant M&A activity, with Sunoco acquiring Parkland, Oxxo rebranding and re-evaluating its stores, and United Fuels Midwest selling its assets.

👉 Sunoco acquired Parkland for $9.1 billion and is expected to take ownership of 699 underperforming U.S. stores 👉 Oxxo is rebranding and re-evaluating its more than 200 stores in the United States, with a focus on fuel-free sites 👉 United Fuels Midwest sold its eight c-stores and five travel centers to Casey's General Stores, Staples Oil, and an undisclosed third company

-- #Mexico #UnitedStates #Midwest #business

US PENDING HOME SALES STALL AS LABOR MARKET CONCERNS BUILD

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✍️ Pending sales of existing US homes stalled in September, with anxiety about the job market keeping potential buyers sidelined despite a welcome easing in mortgage rates.

👉 Pending sales of existing US homes stalled in September 👉 Anxiety about the job market kept potential buyers sidelined 👉 Mortgage rates are trending towards three-year lows 👉 Home prices are cooling 👉 The "lock-in effect" is waning and helping to boost inventory

-- #LawrenceYun #ChrisMiddleton #US #South #Northeast #West #Midwest #world

VERMONT TOWN DEBATES REBUILDING ON HIGHER GROUND AFTER DEVASTATING FLOODS

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✍️ Communities across the US are facing a growing threat from flash flooding, exacerbating the issue of affordable housing.

👉 Flash flooding is a growing threat in many US regions 👉 Affordable housing is a major issue in these areas 👉 One community in Central Vermont is trying to find a new way to relocate to higher ground

-- #WilliamBrangham #Texas #NorthCarolina #NewEngland #Midwest #CentralVermont #environment

EARNINGS PREVIEW: WHAT TO EXPECT FROM DUKE ENERGY’S REPORT

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✍️ Duke Energy Corporation is set to announce its fiscal Q3 2025 earnings, with analysts expecting a profit of $1.73 per share, a 6.8% increase from the year-ago quarter.

👉 Duke Energy is set to announce its fiscal Q3 2025 earnings on November 7 👉 Analysts expect a profit of $1.73 per share, a 6.8% increase from the year-ago quarter 👉 The company has exceeded Wall Street's earnings expectations in three of the past four quarters 👉 Analysts expect Duke Energy to report EPS of $6.33 for fiscal 2025, up 7.3% from fiscal 2024 👉 The company has a stable cash flow profile and focuses on delivering consistent income to shareholders

-- #Charlotte,NorthCarolina #Southeast #Midwest #business

ROBERT DE NIRO IS ONE OF THE WORST OLD MEN IN AMERICA TODAY

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✍️ Actor Robert De Niro appeared on MSNBC, expressing his frustration with President Trump and the media's coverage of him, and promoting violence against Republicans.

👉 De Niro appeared on MSNBC to discuss President Trump and the media's coverage of him 👉 He expressed frustration with the media's coverage of Trump, saying it's too focused on him 👉 He promoted violence against Republicans, saying they need to be more afraid of the people 👉 He criticized Trump, calling him a 'nazi' and saying he won't leave the White House when his second term is over 👉 He praised liberal politicians, including New York Communist mayoral candidate Zohran Kwame Mamdani

-- #RobertDeNiro #DonaldTrump #StephenMiller #ZohranKwameMamdani #GavinNewsom #HakeemJeffries #ChuckSchumer #AdamSchiff #LeticiaJames #NewYork #Midwest #West #Ruralareas #politics

ROBERT DE NIRO MELTS DOWN ON MSNBC AND ATTACKS RURAL AMERICANS

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✍️ Robert De Niro expressed his frustration with Trump derangement syndrome on MSNBC, criticizing Trump and Americans who support him.

👉 De Niro believes Trump will not leave office when his term ends 👉 He criticized Americans who support Trump, particularly those in rural areas 👉 He accused Trump of manipulating the Cabinet and spreading misinformation 👉 De Niro wants the news media to ignore or downplay Trump's statements 👉 BlazeTV co-hosts criticized De Niro's comments, accusing him of wanting to censor the president and middle America

-- #RobertDeNiro #JonathanCapehart #StephenMiller #JeffFisher #KeithMalinak #PatGray #Midwest #West #Ruralareas #politics

JEFF DANIELS ON TRUMP AI VIDEO: 'WOULD LINCOLN HAVE DONE THAT?'

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✍️ Actor Jeff Daniels discussed President Trump's behavior on MSNBC's "Deadline" with host Nicolle Wallace, wondering if Abraham Lincoln would have released an AI poop bomb video.

👉 Jeff Daniels discussed President Trump's behavior on MSNBC's "Deadline" 👉 He wondered if Abraham Lincoln would have released an AI poop bomb video 👉 Daniels expressed his belief that people in the Midwest value decency and civility 👉 He stated that these values will ultimately matter in the 2020 election

-- #JeffDaniels #AbrahamLincoln #DonaldTrump #NicolleWallace #RichardNixon #RonaldReagan #GeorgeH.W.Bush #GeorgeW.Bush #Midwest #Coast #politics

THE CHEMICALS INDUSTRY HATES THE UP – NS MERGER

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✍️ The American chemicals industry is opposing the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, citing concerns about increased transportation costs and reduced competition.

👉 The chemicals industry is concerned about the potential negative impact of the merger on U.S. manufacturing competitiveness and the broader economy. 👉 The merger could lead to increased transportation costs, reduced competition, and decreased service quality. 👉 The industry is urging the Trump Administration and the Surface Transportation Board to maintain a high bar for merger approval. 👉 The industry wants the STB to impose conditions on the merger, such as expanding reciprocal switching, to ensure that it does not harm competition and service quality.

-- #ChrisJahn,PresidentandCEOoftheAmericanChemistryCouncil #JeffSloan,SeniorDirectorofRegulatoryAffairsattheAmericanChemistryCouncil #ScottJensen,DirectorofIssueCommunicationsattheAmericanChemistryCouncil #UnitedStates #Midwest #KansasCity #Chicago #St.Louis #MississippiRiver #business

HOW WAWA IS STEALING CUSTOMERS FROM WENDY'S, BURGER KING AND STARBUCKS

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✍️ Wawa, a popular convenience store chain, is expanding its operations into the Midwest and South, aiming to replicate its loyal customer base found in its core markets.

👉 Wawa is expanding its operations into the Midwest and South 👉 The company is aiming to replicate its loyal customer base found in its core markets 👉 Wawa is known for its fresh and high-quality food and beverages 👉 The company has built a reputation on its signature hoagies, Sizzli sandwiches, and limited-time offers 👉 Wawa's customer loyalty has proven resilient despite inflation 👉 The company plans to reach 1,700 locations by 2030

-- #ChrisGheysens #PatriciaHaywood-Jones #Philadelphia #SouthJersey #Media,Pennsylvania #Washington,D.C. #Midwest #South #business

JONATHAN TAYLOR GETS A HAT TRICK, COLTS BEAT CHARGERS, 38-24

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✍️ The Indianapolis Colts defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 38-24, led by Jonathan Taylor's three rushing touchdowns.

👉 Colts defeat Chargers 38-24 👉 Jonathan Taylor scores three rushing touchdowns 👉 Colts build 23-3 lead early 👉 Chargers struggle early, with two Herbert interceptions 👉 Chargers score three consecutive touchdowns in the second half

-- #JonathanTaylor #DanielJones #MichaelPittman #TylerWarren #MichaelBadgley #QuentinJohnston #AmeerAbdullah #JustinHerbert #OrondeGadsden #KeenanAllen #LosAngeles #SoFiStadium #Midwest #Indianapolis #sports

THIS RAINY ONE WAS ANOTHER CLASSIC BETWEEN NOTRE DAME FOOTBALL AND USC

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✍️ Notre Dame football team wins against USC 34-24 in a rainy game, with Jeremiyah Love carrying the ball for 228 yards.

👉 Notre Dame wins against USC 34-24 in a rainy game 👉 Jeremiyah Love carries the ball for 228 yards 👉 Notre Dame's defense improves in the second half 👉 Christian Gray makes a crucial interception 👉 The game is marked by weather delays

-- #MarcusFreeman #JeremiyahLove #ChristianGray #CJCarr #TomNoie #SOUTHBEND #Indiana #LosAngeles #Midwest #sports

THE SPORTING NEWS MIDWEST HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TOP 25 FOR WEEK 8

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✍️ The latest Midwest high school football Top 25 has undergone several changes.

👉 Several changes to the latest Midwest high school football Top 25 👉 Teams rising and falling in the rankings 👉 New rankings reflect the latest results

-- #Midwest #sports

LOWER RATES WERE SUPPOSED TO BRING HOMEBUYERS BACK THIS FALL. HERE’S WHY IT HASN’T HAPPENED.

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✍️ The traditional spring homebuying season has disappointed, and the real estate market is still struggling despite lower mortgage rates and increased inventory.

👉 Mortgage rates are at 11-month lows, but still not low enough to motivate buyers 👉 Inventory is climbing, but prices are still too high for most buyers 👉 The market is in a stalemate, with buyers waiting for lower rates and sellers waiting for higher prices 👉 Real estate professionals are seeing a shift in power, with buyers gaining more control in some markets

-- #DarylFairweather #MarkStillings #MorganGuthrie #AbbySmith #ClaireBoston #SanAntonio #Texas #Northeast #Midwest #Boston #Massachusetts #Ohio #realestate

LOWE’S COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF FOUNDATION BUILDING MATERIALS TO STRENGTHEN PRO CUSTOMER BUSINESS

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✍️ Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW) has completed its acquisition of Foundation Building Materials (FBM), a leading distributor of construction materials, to strengthen its reach among professional customers.

👉 Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW) has completed its acquisition of Foundation Building Materials (FBM) 👉 FBM is a leading distributor of construction materials with over 370 locations across the US and Canada 👉 The acquisition is expected to strengthen Lowe's reach among professional customers 👉 Lowe's has raised its dividend for 60 consecutive years

-- #US #Canada #California #Northeast #Midwest #business

THE FED RAISES ALARM OVER 'DETERIORATION' IN THE US HOUSING MARKET — HERE'S WHAT THAT MEANS FOR HOPEFUL BUYERS

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✍️ The US housing market is in a slump, and the Federal Reserve has cut the federal funds rate to 4.25% to address concerns about a weakening job market and potential housing market deterioration.

👉 The US housing market is in a slump 👉 The Federal Reserve has cut the federal funds rate to 4.25% 👉 Many homeowners are struggling, with foreclosure filings 20% higher than a year prior 👉 Mortgage rates are a key factor in the housing market 👉 Potential buyers and investors should consider the current market conditions

-- #JeromePowell #JeffBezos #LawrenceYun #AdrianaD.Kugler #UnitedStates #Midwest #South #NewYork #LosAngeles #Miami #SanFrancisco #SanDiego #SanJose #housing

CHINA TIT-FOR-TAT TARIFFS BITE INTO SOYBEAN FARMERS’ SALES — HERE’S HOW THE RIPPLE EFFECT COULD HURT YOU

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✍️ U.S. soybean farmers are facing a crisis due to China's shift away from American soybeans, leading to a potential recession in the Midwest and economic ripple effects.

👉 China has shifted its soybean imports to South America, particularly Brazil, due to tariffs and trade tensions 👉 U.S. soybean farmers are facing a potential recession in the Midwest 👉 Economic indicators still show strength, but stress may creep into other sectors 👉 Farmers are trying to expand the domestic market, including in the renewable diesel market 👉 Mexico, the EU, and Southeast Asia are options for new markets, but no market is large enough to replace China quickly

-- #JeffBezos #DaveRamsey #JavierMilei #RobertKiyosaki #DanBasse #China #UnitedStates #SouthAmerica #Brazil #Argentina #Mexico #EuropeanUnion #SoutheastAsia #Iowa #Midwest #business

OPENAI'S STARGATE PROJECT WILL COST $500 BILLION AND WILL REQUIRE ENOUGH ENERGY TO POWER A WHOLE CITY

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✍️ OpenAI's Stargate data center initiative requires $400 billion of investment and 7 gigawatts of power, making it one of the most expensive and energy-intensive projects in the AI boom.

👉 Stargate data center initiative requires $400 billion of investment 👉 7 gigawatts of power needed for the project 👉 Five facilities across the US, including Texas, New Mexico, and Ohio 👉 Aiming for 10 gigawatts of compute power and $500 billion of investment 👉 Global AI data center boom expected to require 68 gigawatts by 2027 and 327 gigawatts by 2030

-- #SamAltman #ShackelfordCounty,Texas #DoñaAnaCounty,NewMexico #Lordstown,Ohio #MilamCounty,Texas #Abilene,Texas #Midwest #technology

THE 'LA NIÑA' PHENOMENON COULD CHANGE THE CLIMATE IN NEW YORK AND CHICAGO DURING THIS WINTER.

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✍️ La Niña is a natural phenomenon that affects global weather patterns, causing changes in temperature and precipitation. In the United States, La Niña can bring colder and wetter winters to the north and drier conditions to the south.

👉 La Niña is a natural phenomenon that affects global weather patterns 👉 It causes changes in temperature and precipitation patterns 👉 It can bring colder and wetter winters to the north and drier conditions to the south 👉 The impact of La Niña on winter weather is not uniform and can vary greatly from year to year

-- #PacificOcean #NorthAmerica #Northeast #Midwest #NewYork #Chicago #WashingtonD.C. #Canada #Sudamérica #GrandesLagos #Illinois #weather

ICONIC CONVENIENCE STORE CHAIN WILL SOON CLOSE ITS FINAL STORE

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✍️ Kum & Go, a convenience store chain, is disappearing as Maverik rebrands its stores, ending a proud history and leaving a void in the community.

👉 Kum & Go is disappearing as Maverik rebrands its stores 👉 The chain has a proud history and a mission to be a positive part of the community 👉 Maverik's decision to rebrand all Kum & Go stores has led to the chain's disappearance 👉 The rebranding process began in 2023 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2025 👉 The loss of Kum & Go will be felt deeply, particularly in areas where the brand was ubiquitous 👉 The chain's social media presence, which promoted LGBTQ+ rights and other causes, has been erased

-- #ChuckMaggelet #JessieTyler #Boston #Midwest #South #Iowa #Nebraska #Utah #Colorado #Idaho #Wyoming #Springfield #Florida #business

OPENAI'S $400 BILLION PLAN TO BUILD 5 'STARGATE DATA CENTERS' IN THE U.S. TAKES DIRECT AIM AT MICROSOFT AND META IN BATTLE FOR AI SUPREMACY

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✍️ OpenAI is investing $400 billion to build five giant data centers across the US, aiming to surpass Microsoft and Meta in AI supremacy.

👉 OpenAI investing $400 billion to build five giant data centers across the US 👉 Data centers will operate in Texas, New Mexico, Ohio, and a Midwest location 👉 Combined seven gigawatts of power will give the data centers massive computing capability 👉 Partnerships with Oracle and SoftBank are part of the 'Stargate' AI infrastructure project

-- #SamAltman #ClayMagouryk #MarkZuckerberg #TedCruz #JeffBezos #Texas #NewMexico #Ohio #Midwest #Abilene #technology

WEATHER TODAY IN THE US: SNOWSTORMS, STORMS, AND OTHER ALERTS ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2025

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✍️ A series of weather systems will advance over the United States on Wednesday, bringing varied conditions from snow in the Rocky Mountains to intense rain in the Midwest and isolated thunderstorms in the South.

👉 Significant precipitation expected in parts of California, the Rocky Mountains, and the Midwest 👉 Snowfall possible in the Sierra Nevada mountains above 6,000 feet 👉 Intense rain expected in the Midwest 👉 Isolated thunderstorms expected in the South 👉 Severe thunderstorms possible in the central United States

-- #UnitedStates #California #RockyMountains #SierraNevada #Midwest #South #Northwest #CentralUnitedStates #Ark-La-Tex #Ozarks #Mississippi #Arkansas #Tennessee #Missouri #FortSmith #LittleRock #Memphis #St.Louis #Seattle #Portland #NewMexico #Colorado #Nebraska #Dakota #Wyoming #Montana #Idaho #Utah #GranCuenco #GranLagoSalado #weather

IS IT WORTH BUYING AN INVESTMENT PROPERTY RIGHT NOW?

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✍️ The article discusses the current state of the real estate market, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for investors. With higher mortgage rates and prices, investors must be strategic and consider all costs associated with rental properties.

👉 Higher mortgage rates and prices make it harder to find deals 👉 Investors must consider all costs associated with rental properties 👉 Deals must pencil out to be financially viable 👉 Tenant trouble is a major risk for first-time investors 👉 Patience and planning are critical in real estate investing

-- #TimLawlor,CFOatKiavi #DavidSchneider,presidentofSchneiderWealthStrategies #LauraGraceTarpley,editor #Midwest #realestate

MAJOR REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS ARE FAST BECOMING POWER BROKERS

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✍️ Apple plans to build its second data center in China, and the demand for data is creating new commercial real estate sectors, including quantum real estate and powered land.

👉 Apple plans to build its second data center in China 👉 The demand for data is creating new commercial real estate sectors, including quantum real estate and powered land 👉 Hines is securing power and entitlements for hyperscale sites 👉 The competition for powered land is being led by tech companies and energy producers 👉 Powered land has become its own investable asset class

-- #DavidSteinbach #LeeWittlinger #DianaOlick #China #UlanqabCity #InnerMongoliaAutonomousRegion #Mesa #Phoenix #Arizona #U.S. #Europe #MiddleEast #NorthernVirginia #Midwest #Texas #Canada #U.K. #technology

LOWE’S CLOSES ON DEAL TO ACQUIRE FOUNDATION BUILDING MATERIALS

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✍️ Lowe's has acquired Foundation Building Materials (FBM) for $8.8 billion, expanding its offerings for professional customers and increasing its presence in the US and Canada.

👉 Lowe's acquires Foundation Building Materials for $8.8 billion 👉 Deal expands Lowe's offerings for professional customers 👉 FBM adds 370 locations across the US and Canada 👉 Acquisition expected to drive long-term shareholder value

-- #MarvinEllison #RubenMendoza #US #Canada #California #Northeast #Midwest #business

RECENTLY CUT FORMER RAIDERS LB GERMAINE PRATT QUICKLY FINDS NEW HOME

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✍️ Germaine Pratt has signed with the Indianapolis Colts after being cut by the Las Vegas Raiders.

👉 Germaine Pratt was cut by the Las Vegas Raiders 👉 He signed a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts 👉 The Colts had a need at weakside linebacker 👉 Pratt had four interested teams, but chose the Colts 👉 He leaves behind $3.75 million in dead money

-- #GermainePratt #IanRapoport #Indianapolis #LasVegas #Midwest #sports

HOW TO WATCH THE 2025 CHICAGO MARATHON: TV, STREAMING INFO, START TIME, COURSE AND ATHLETES TO WATCH

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✍️ The 2025 Chicago Marathon is set to take place on October 12th, featuring over 50,000 entrants and elite runners from around the world.

👉 Over 50,000 entrants from around the world 👉 Defending champion John Korir of Kenya leads the men's field 👉 Top competitors include Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo and American Conner Mantz 👉 Ethiopian athletes Megertu Alemu and Hawi Feysa are among the fastest in the women's field

-- #JohnKorir #JacobKiplimo #ConnerMantz #MegertuAlemu #HawiFeysa #CatherineDebrunner #SusannahScaroni #TatyanaMcFadden #MarcelHug #IrineCheptai #MaryNgugi-Cooper #LindsayFlanagan #NatoshaRogers #Chicago #Midwest #Boston #London #Paris #Logan #Utah #Tokyo #Valencia #sports

FLIP WATCH: FIVE MIDWEST COMMITMENTS TO WATCH

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✍️ The article discusses the potential for high-profile college football commitments to change their pledges before National Signing Day, highlighting five prospects in the Midwest to watch.

👉 Five prospects in the Midwest to watch as they consider switching their commitments 👉 Wisconsin 3-star DL commit Djidou Cisse is a key player to monitor 👉 The early signing period is approaching, and commitments could change before National Signing Day

-- #DjidouCisse #Wisconsin #Midwest #sports

OPENAI WANTS TO BUILD THE NEXT ERA OF THE WEB, AND IT’S SHELLING OUT BILLIONS TO DO IT

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✍️ OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research lab behind ChatGPT, is rapidly expanding its capabilities and infrastructure to become a leading player in the AI era.

👉 OpenAI is rapidly expanding its capabilities and infrastructure to become a leading player in the AI era. 👉 The company is making inroads into shopping, entertainment, education, and government services. 👉 OpenAI is planning to become more like a platform than a basic app. 👉 The company is shelling out billions to become a leading player in the physical infrastructure for the AI future. 👉 OpenAI is investing in data center capacity powered by AMD chips.

-- #SamAltman #DonaldTrump #JonyIve #GregBrockman #ThomasThiele #WilliamLee #DanielKeum #SiliconValley #UnitedStates #UnitedKingdom #UnitedArabEmirates #Abilene,Texas #NewMexico #Midwest #technology

FIFTH THIRD BANCORP TO BUY COMERICA FOR $10.9 BILLION IN TIE-UP OF BIG REGIONAL BANKS

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✍️ Fifth Third Bancorp is acquiring Comerica for $10.9 billion in an all-stock deal, creating the 9th largest U.S. bank with approximately $288 billion in assets.

👉 Fifth Third Bancorp is acquiring Comerica for $10.9 billion in an all-stock deal 👉 The combined company will have approximately $288 billion in assets 👉 The acquisition will create the 9th largest U.S. bank 👉 The combined company will have operations in the Southeast, Texas, and California 👉 Fifth Third shareholders will own about 73% of the combined company, while Comerica shareholders will own approximately 27%

-- #TimSpence #Southeast #Texas #California #Midwest #business

AMD STOCK SKYROCKETS 25% AS OPENAI LOOKS TO TAKE STAKE THROUGH AI CHIP DEAL

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✍️ OpenAI and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) have reached a deal that could see OpenAI take a 10% stake in AMD, with OpenAI deploying 6 gigawatts of AMD's Instinct graphics processing units over multiple years.

👉 OpenAI will deploy 6 gigawatts of AMD's Instinct graphics processing units over multiple years 👉 The deal is worth billions and marks one of the largest GPU deployment agreements in the artificial intelligence industry 👉 OpenAI will start with an initial 1 gigawatt rollout in the second half of 2026 👉 The partnership positions AMD as a core strategic partner to OpenAI

-- #SamAltman #LisaSu #GregBrockman #Washington,DC #Abilene,Texas #NewMexico #Ohio #Midwest #Arizona #technology