just now (421+ words) Everyone loves getting swept up in holiday cheer. And sometimes, the Christmas spirit is so strong that decorating just your home simply isn't going to cut it. Enter: Car decor! Maybe you've seen a car with antlers on the highway, or you've had a particularly jolly rideshare driver whose vehicle was decked out with twinkle lights.At face value, it seems harmless (and pretty adorable). But, surprisingly, these decorations come with a few unsung risks. Modern cars are basically computers that happen to drive. And, as such, you'll know that they're covered in cameras: front cameras, side cameras, reverse cameras, you name it! Manufacturers tuck these cameras into body panels so they blend in, which means you might accidentally cover one with a cute bow, and suddenly realize your lane-assist is no longer functioning. And it's not just the cameras…...

just now (149+ words) Last night, the 9th-ranked Notre Dame Fighting Irish won the battle for the Legends Trophy inside of Stanford Stadium 49-20 over the Cardinal. The Irish capped off their regular season in style winning their 10th straight game by double digits. Notre Dame out-gained Stanford 524 yards to 312 yards, went 11-18 on third down, three for three on fourth down and were extremely efficient down inside of the red zone." Last night, the 9th-ranked Notre Dame Fighting Irish won the battle for the Legends Trophy inside of Stanford Stadium 49-20 over the Cardinal. The Irish capped off their regular season in style winning their 10th straight game by double digits. Notre Dame out-gained Stanford 524 yards to 312 yards, went 11-18 on third down, three for three on fourth down and were extremely efficient down inside of the red zone....

just now (295+ words) The Michigan State Spartans have started their season on a winning streak, remaining perfect through their first seven games with a big win against the 16th-ranked North Carolina. This is their third win against a ranked opponent of the year, and the second time that they have won in dominant fashion, which has drawn out some big names to praise them. Such praisers of MSU have ranged from the legendary alumni Magic Johnson to the iconic sports broadcaster Dick Vitale, and a new name has recently been added to the list: NFL legend Jon Gruden. Gruden may have his legacy in football, but it does not mean that he can't be excited about basketball, and his footprint on social media proves just that. Some of the reasons why Gruden is so fired up about MSU basketball are listed below in…...

just now (354+ words) This dominant company is a clear leader in the artificial intelligence race. The market isn't asking investors to pay a crazy valuation to own shares. Investing in technology companies can be a great way to generate strong long-term returns. There are some very disruptive, innovative, and dominant businesses in this sector, and investors would be wise to take a closer look to find any potential opportunities. With that being said, here's the smartest tech stock to buy with $1,000 right now. Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) (NASDAQ: GOOG) is a top choice for tech-stock investors. The company is a leader in artificial intelligence (AI), just releasing its latest Gemini 3 Pro large language model, which has been very well-received. Alphabet also makes chips, runs a thriving cloud platform in Google Cloud that is very profitable and growing rapidly, and integrates AI into its user-facing…...

just now (515+ words) Welcome! To another edition of the Arizona Wildcats Insiders Podcast featuring your host Troy Hutchison, who will be delivering a daily podcast discussing everything happening surrounding Arizona athletics giving you an inside look" at all the programs on campus. Saturday had the makings of one of those games where a team like No. 2 Arizona (7-0) could've been sluggish and found itself in a tight game against Norfolk State late into the second half and in danger of being upset. Although there were moments early on where the Wildcats did look a little sluggish and found themselves in a 32-28 game with just over four minutes left in the first half. However, from that point on, it was all Arizona as it crushed to a 98-61 win over the Spartans. Coming into the game, it was clear the Wildcats had the size advantage in…...

just now (902+ words) Opponents of Auckland's planning rule changes for greater intensification argue that Christchurch has been given a softer target. Character Coalition chairwoman Sally Hughes said RMA Minister Chris Bishop had allowed Christchurch 30 years of zoned development, while she claims Auckland must provide more than 100 years. Auckland councillor Christine Fletcher and "r'kei Local Board member Troy Churton highlighted the contrast between the country's two largest cities, saying Auckland had capitulated to the Government's "golden number" that had to be met or exceeded. However, Bishop said Auckland Council was not required to zone for 100 years of development, and noted that the requirements for the two cities differed. Public consultation is under way on Plan Change 120, a controversial council proposal for a major makeover of Auckland's skyline. It would allow for greater intensification, which opponents claim would provide capacity for two million homes over…...

just now (311+ words) A newly discovered tectonic "regime" may explain why Earth has active plates while Venus remains stagnant. A newly identified tectonic "regime" may rewrite our understanding of how rocky worlds evolve, scientists report in a new study. The findings may help to explain why Earth became geologically vibrant while Venus remained stagnant and scorching, with possible implications for our understanding of what makes a planet habitable. When researchers used advanced geodynamic simulations to map diverse planetary tectonic regimes " distinct patterns that describe how a planet's outer shell deforms and releases heat under different conditions " they discovered a missing link they've dubbed the "episodic-squishy lid." This striking new framework offers a fresh perspective on how planets shift between active and inactive states, thus reshaping scientific assumptions about planetary evolution and habitability, the team said in a statement explaining the study. This on-again, off-again…...

just now (475+ words) Believe it or not, Duke fans, it's happening. The Duke Blue Devils are going to the ACC championship game. In his second season at the helm in Durham, Manny Diaz is unexpectedly taking the Blue Devils to Charlotte, despite finishing the regular season with a 7-5 record. The Blue Devils will face No. 17 Virginia, which beat Duke 34-17 in Durham a few weeks ago. Darian Mensah and the offense had a tough night, while the Blue Devils couldn't get any stops defensively. On Saturday, Duke took care of business at home against Wake Forest, winning 49-32, to keep its hopes alive for a title game bid. Miami also dismantled Pittsburgh, 38-7, to create a route for the Blue Devils. Later in the evening, Cal's stunning upset of SMU clinched a spot for the Blue Devils in the championship game. It will be the second-ever…...

just now (492+ words) The Miami Dolphins come off their bye week to host the New Orleans Saints in Week 13. The Dolphins are just 4-7 on the season, but two of those wins came in their last two games, keeping their minuscule playoff hopes alive. A third-straight victory could continue to improve those hopes. The Saints enter the weekend 2-9, struggling their way toward the end of the year. They are currently in position to have the third-overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and may just be trying to get through the rest of the season, figure out what they have in their younger players, and position themselves for next season. How can you watch today's game? What are the latest odds? What time does the game start? We have the answer to all those questions and more. 1 p.m. Eastern, Sunday, November 30 Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens,…...

just now (425+ words) Auckland Airport says salmon exports are taking off. Export volumes have been increasing at an average rate of 10% a year since 2017. And exports in the year to September were worth $140 million. More than 5200 tonnes of New Zealand salmon were sent overseas from the airport in the past year to September. Auckland Airport said more than two-thirds of air freighted salmon, 3445 tonnes, went to the US over the past year. China, Australia, Japan and Canada were the next largest markets. China was the fastest-growing market, with demand up 85% on the prior year. About 732 tonnes of salmon were sent to China. "We're seeing strong demand for high-quality seafood around the world," said Auckland Airport's chief customer officer, Scott Tasker. "Thanks to the speed and reach of air freight, New Zealand's salmon is arriving fresher than ever, going from our regions to restaurant…...