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Suborbital space tourism finally arrives | FCC prepares to run public C-band auction | The big four in the U.S. launch industry — United Launch Alliance, SpaceX, Blue Origin and Northrop Grumman — hope to be one of two providers that will receive five-year contracts later this year to launch national security payloads starting in 2022. | China’s launch rate stays high | The International Space Station is the largest ever crewed object in space.

 
After two personal losses, Canada's Matthew Schaefer...
Breadcrumb Trail Links Sports Hockey Junior Hockey World Juniors There’s a good chance you’ll be watching Matthew Schaefer play in the NHL, and representing Canada at international competitions, for the next 20 years. Published Dec 25, 2024  •  Last updated 1 hour ago  •  4 minute read Canada’s Matthew Schaefer (right) battles for the puck against Swiss players in pre-tournament action in Ottawa on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024. Photo by Sean Kilpatrick /THE CANADIAN PRESS Article content Remember the name...

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Best Internet Providers in Sebring, Florida
What is the best internet provider in Sebring? Though residents of Sebring, Florida, only have access to a handful of internet providers, finding the right plan can still feel overwhelming. That’s why CNET’s broadband experts have done the research to help you choose the right option. After reviewing the available ISPs, Xfinity is our top pick for residential internet in Sebring, Florida. In addition to offering speeds up to 1.2 gigabits and a variety of plans for customers to...

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Menorah lighting ceremony at city hall marks...
Article content Dozens of people gathered outside of city hall on the afternoon of Dec. 25 to light a menorah and celebrate the first night of Hanukkah. Held by the Rohr Chabad Student Network of Ottawa, the event marked 50 years since the first public menorah was lit at the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia in 1974. The ceremony was led by Rabbi Chaim Boyarsky, who said the menorah’s job is to “bring light to a world that went dark.” Article content...

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Best Tower Fan for 2024
Lasko Wind Curve T42905 Oscillating Tower Fan <!–> Ry Crist/CNET I loved the sleek silhouette and wood grain accents of this Lasko tower fan. It was also the third-quietest fan that I tested, measuring just a few decibels noisier than the Honeywell. On top of that, it features Bluetooth, which lets you control the oscillating fan via an app on your phone. The problem is that the app is all you get as far as remote controls are concerned....

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Ravens vs. Texans: How to Watch the...
When to watch the Ravens vs. Texans?  Wednesday, Dec. 25 at 4:30 p.m. ET (1:30 p.m. PT). Where to watch?  The Ravens-Texans game will stream nationally and worldwide on Netflix. In Baltimore and Houston, it will also air on CBS.  See more details 82% off with 24mo plan (+6 free months) See more details See more details After the Chiefs and Steelers open Netflix’s doubleheader of Christmas Day football, the action continues on Wednesday with the Ravens and Texans...

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Ottawa shelters offering dinners and gifts for...
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News The Shepherds of Good Hope expected “a few hundred people” for breakfast, lunch and dinner on Christmas Day. Get the latest from Catherine Morrison straight to your inbox Sign Up Published Dec 25, 2024  •  Last updated 6 hours ago  •  3 minute read Azery Sharrons was grateful for the holiday meal Wednesday. The local 70 year old is living at Shepherds when there’s room. Sometimes he lives outside and is frightened he might...

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The Best External Hard Drives and SSDs...
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The 5 Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks and...
<!–> Mornings are glorious and signify the beginning of a new day, filled with infinite possibilities. However, if you’re not a morning person, getting out of bed can feel like a chore. Even if you’re a morning person, it can still be jarring to wake up to a traditional alarm sound. If you want to wake up more gently and naturally, we recommend investing in a sunrise alarm clock, which will stir you with gradual light and calming nature...

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Best Internet Providers in Santa Clara, California
What is the best internet provider in Santa Clara? CNET recommends Xfinity as the best internet service provider in Santa Clara. Not only is it the most widely available cable provider in the area — aside from satellite providers like Hughesnet, Viasat and Starlink — it also offers some of the lowest rates for home internet. You can also find AT&T Fiber, T-Mobile Home Internet and Ridge Wireless at most places in Santa Clara, but it really depends on...

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Best Internet Providers in Round Rock, Texas
What is the best internet provider in Round Rock? If you’re looking for the best internet in Round Rock, Texas, we at CNET recommend Spectrum for most households. This cable ISP serves most locations and provides fast speeds at good prices. If Spectrum isn’t available where you’re located in Round Rock, consider using AT&T Fiber or T-Mobile Home Internet for your home internet needs. If you’re searching for the cheapest or fastest plans, then you’re in luck: we’ve found...

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Chiefs vs. Steelers: How to Watch the...
When to watch the Chiefs vs. Steelers?  Wednesday, Dec. 25 at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT). Where to watch?  The Chiefs-Steelers game will stream nationally on Netflix. In Kansas City and Pittsburgh it will also air on CBS.  See more details See at Paramount Plus <!–> Cheap alternative for AFC fans on Sunday to get CBS Paramount Plus With Showtime: $13 –> See more details It has finally happened: Netflix now has live football. Announced earlier this year,...

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Best Internet Providers in New York, New...
What is the best internet provider in New York? CNET recommends Verizon Fios as the best internet service provider for most New Yorkers, thanks to its fast, symmetrical fiber-optic speeds and competitive pricing. However, New York City also boasts a variety of other top-tier providers, including Optimum, Astound Broadband, and Spectrum, making it easy to find a plan that fits your needs and budget. Optimum offers the fastest internet speeds in the city, with plans reaching up to 8,000Mbps...

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This Clear AI Class-Action Settlement Is Only...
If you are a resident of California, you may be eligible to get paid from a $27.5 million settlement from Thomson Reuters. But move quickly, as you only have until Friday to opt in. Thomson Reuters is a Canadian media and technology conglomerate best known as the parent company of the British news outlet, Reuters. In October, the company reached a settlement agreement in a class-action lawsuit that alleged that it had used its own AI program, Clear, to...

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Firefighters extinguish Christmas morning fire in Vanier
Article content Firefighters were called to a duplex in the 600 block of Mutual St. on Christmas morning following reports of a chair on fire in the basement. According to an Ottawa Fire Services news release, firefighters received a 9-1-1 call at 7:54 a.m. on Dec. 25. Upon arrival, there was smoke “showing from one side of the structure.” By 7:59 a.m., firefighters declared a “working fire” to dispatch more resources to the scene. Article content After doing two...

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Ottawa weather: Cold and cloudy on Christmas,...
Article content Make sure to bundle up on the way to family dinner as it will be cold and cloudy on Christmas and the first day of Hanukkah. According to Environment Canada, the forecast for Dec. 25 is mainly cloudy with winds up to 15 km/h. The high is -8 C, though it could get as cold -17 with the windchill. It will be extra cloudy at night, with cloudiness increasing early in the evening. There will be winds...

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