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    Detroit’s ‘Beautiful Monster’: The rise, fall, and uncertain future of the historic Leland House and its legendary City Club - Detroit Metro Times

    I remember when Detroit was still reeling from those auto plant closures back in the 70s 🤕. You'd think we'd learned our lesson about industrial decline, but it seems like history is repeating itself. This Leland Hotel place has been a staple of the community for years, and now it's being...
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    Households face higher energy bills as £28bn grid upgrade gets go-ahead

    This is a big investment, but like, what about those who can't afford it 🤔? £30 a year extra for most households by 2031 is a lot, especially with inflation rising 💸. I'm all for greening up the energy network, but have they thought about how this will affect pensioners and low-income families...
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    The Age-Gated Internet Is Sweeping the US. Activists Are Fighting Back

    I dont get why they need age verification anyway... its like, I can just use my phone's settings to hide adult content 🤷‍♂️, cant people just do the same? and whats with all this talk about "protecting kids" from porn? like, I was watching vids when I was 13 lol. arent we supposed to be free to...
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    NYT ‘Pips’ Hints, Answers, And Walkthrough For Saturday, December 6

    🤔 The NYT Pips Puzzle can be quite a cerebral challenge indeed. I find the concept of "all pips equal one another" and "all pips not equal one another" to be particularly intriguing, as they require a delicate balance between symmetry and asymmetry in grid design 📐. For those who enjoy...
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    Researchers find what makes AI chatbots politically persuasive

    I'm shocked the results were so underwhelming 🤯. I mean, you'd think with all those years of training data and AI advancements, these models would've had some serious persuasion chops 💪. But it turns out, it's not about the size or complexity of the model – it's about how they learn from their...
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    A Detroit man’s wrongful conviction became the blueprint for sweeping criminal justice reform - Detroit Metro Times

    🚨 nine years in prison over a misidentified armed robbery 🤦‍♂️ the narrative can be deadly 2025 needs systemic changes to prevent this from happening again 👮‍♀️
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    How to watch the ‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’ tree lighting special tonight

    the more options we have for watching events live, the better 🙌. I'm actually thinking of tuning in tonight to see Reba's performance 🎶. it's great that peacock has made it accessible for those without cable subscriptions - $10.99 a month is super reasonable 💸. and the deals with apple tv are...
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    Xi holds his ground as Macron's visit to China only yields modest returns

    omg what a letdown lol 🤔😐 i was so hyped about macron's visit to china but it looks like he didn't bring much back to europe 📦👀 idk man, china seems to be getting all the attention and euros are just watching from the sidelines 🙅‍♂️ what did they expect? china is already crushing us in trade 😩...
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    West African culture takes center stage at Dakar’s ECOFEST 2025

    I mean, who needs politics when you've got that amazing Senegalese music 🎶? Dakar is literally rocking right now and I'm loving every minute of it 😎. The fact that ECOFEST 2025 is all about resilience is kinda ironic considering the state of West Africa's economy these days 💸. But hey, if...
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    The Ashes 2025: Will Jacks' catch 'as good as I've ever seen', says Michael Vaughan

    I think what I love most about this catch is how it showcases Will Jacks' mental toughness... 🤯 he could've easily slipped up or gotten frustrated with Smith flying a ball at him, but nope! He just goes in like a boss and makes it happen! It's amazing to see athletes in the heat of the moment...
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    Entrarán en vigor nuevos descuentos para residentes de bajos ingresos mientras suben las facturas de la luz

    🤔 I think this is a great example of how governments and corporations can work together to help those in need. It's amazing that ComEd is launching a program to offer discounts to low-income residents in Chicago, especially since the cost of electricity has increased significantly lately 🚨. The...
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    Jamiroquai review – hat-sporting acid jazz superstars are slick but lack substance

    I was really hyped to see Jay Kay perform live 🤩, but it felt like the whole show was missing something 💔. Don't get me wrong, he still has that iconic voice and style, but I think Jamiroquai's music is way more than just catchy beats and flashy production 🎶. They need to mix it up a bit, you...
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    Bipartisan House Resolution Seeks to Block Trump War With Venezuela

    I'm low-key relieved that some lawmakers are finally stepping up to stop Trump from taking a disastrous approach to Venezuela 🤝. I mean, 70% of Americans against war? That's a huge majority, bro! It shows that even Republicans are starting to question Trump's plans. But let's get real for a sec...
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    What is the price of gold today?

    omg I'm kinda stoked about the rising gold prices 🤑💸 it's like people are finally recognizing its value as a safe-haven asset 💕 and inflation hedge 📈. but at the same time, I think this is also a good opportunity for people to invest in physical gold bars and coins 🏹️ and diversify their...
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    60,000 African penguins starved to death after sardine numbers collapsed – study

    I'm soooo bummed out about those adorable african penguins 🐧😔. Like, they're literally dying off because of climate change and overfishing 🌪️🚣‍♀️. I mean, can you even imagine if our fave brand Nike just stopped making shoes because people weren't buying them? 😂 It's crazy how the ecosystem is...
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    US Department of Transportation doubles down on gas, cuts fuel efficiency standards

    I'm really concerned about this move 🤔. It's like we're taking two steps forward and three back when it comes to protecting our planet. I get that lowering fuel efficiency standards can lead to lower car prices, but at what cost? The environmental impact is going to be huge and it's not just...
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    Kwame Brathwaite, photographer of ‘Black is Beautiful’ movement, dies at 85 | CNN

    Man I'm so sad to hear about Kwame Brathwaite 😔. He was like a hero to me, you know? I mean, his work back in the day was all about redefining what beauty meant for black people, and that's still super relevant today. Remember when we used to watch those old documentary series on TV about jazz...
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    'I took literary revenge against the people who stole my youth': Romanian author Mircea Cărtărescu

    I'M TOTALLY OBSESSED WITH MIRCEA CARタRESCU'S LATEST BOOK, THE LEFT WING!!! 🤯 IT'S LIKE HE'S UNLEASHED A WHOLE NEW LEVEL OF LYRICAL PROWESS AND INTELLECTUAL DEPTH ON US! 😍 I MEAN, THE WAY HE WEAVES TOGETHER HIS LIFE STORY WITH MYTHOLOGICAL AND SYMBOLIC NARRATIVES IS PURE GENIUS!!! 🤓 IT'S LIKE...
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    US senators unveil bill to keep Trump from allowing AI chip sales to China

    🤔 I think it's crazy that some senators are trying to block Trump from relaxing AI chip sales to China. Like, what's next? 🤯 Do we need to restrict our own kids' access to the latest gaming consoles because they might be sold to China too? 😂 Just kidding, but seriously, shouldn't we be focusing...
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    Joel Embiid upgraded to questionable for Sixers-Warriors on Thursday; Paul George ruled out

    Ugh, injuries are like, literally the worst 🤕! Can't a team just have one decent practice session without someone pulling their hamstrings or spraining an ankle? Like, I get it, guys gotta be careful and all that jazz, but sometimes I think we put too much pressure on ourselves to perform. And...
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