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Social media jumps all over PETA’s response to passing of beloved UGA bulldog mascot

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Many users on X, formerly Twitter, were upset after PETA called the mascot’s health into question ATLANTA — The passing of the University of Georgia’s former beloved mascot, Uga X, saddened many fans after his death was announced Tuesday. Uga X, affectionately known as Que, died peacefully in his Savannah home at the age of … Read more

San Antonio chefs, restaurants named semifinalists for prestigious James Beard Awards

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SAN ANTONIO – Some of the best and brightest in San Antonio’s food scene are one step closer to nationwide recognition. The James Beard Foundation announced semifinalists Wednesday for the 2024 James Beard Awards. Those who were named semifinalists include chefs and restaurants from all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. The … Read more

Is Gen Z bringing back the part-time job?

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Teens are looking for work, and it’s all thanks to new opportunities and higher wages. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Teenagers are looking to work and it’s all thanks to new opportunities and higher wages.  Teen employment is at an all time high. The Washington Post reports new opportunities and higher wages are drawing more folks to … Read more

Messi to make his Super Bowl debut, set to appear in Michelob Ultra ad

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A teaser for what will be a 60-second Super Bowl commercial was released Thursday. MIAMI — Lionel Messi has won futbol’s biggest prize. He’ll now be part of football’s biggest day. The Inter Miami star, World Cup champion and global soccer icon will headline a Super Bowl ad for Michelob Ultra, the brand announced Thursday. A … Read more