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SUGGESTED VIDEO: Groundbreaking for Brightline West high-speed train The groundbreaking for the high-speed train project connecting Los Angeles to Las Vegas was held Monday. LOS ANGELES – Luxury overnight train service between Los Angeles and San Francisco is one step closer to reality. Dreamstar Lines, the Newport Beach-based company behind the project, announced Wednesday it has commissioned Designworks, a BMW Group Company, to create initial concept designs for its passenger rail car interiors and exteriors, “crafting a vision for a luxurious blend of comfort and elegance.” Some of the interior configurations for the passenger cars include suites with bedrooms and…

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Hayor P and Bad Boy Timz LyricsGet ready to groove and sing along to the energetic lyrics of Hayor P’s chart-topping hit, Fefenefe, featuring Bad Boy Timz. With infectious hooks and catchy melodies, this song is bound to uplift your spirits and make you move to the rhythm.Fefenefe Cover ArtHayor P & Bad Boy Timz – Fefenefe LyricsYeyeyeyePBad Boy Timz in the building O shock won ba kan o BangistAnita se o gbo te mi iwo gan gan mo fefeI get more for you come ride with me fefenefeWatin you carry plenty gan iyen gan gan ni kokoI no fit…

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The Bulldogs have plenty of bite left.Georgia’s win over Tennessee was Saturday’s main event, while the undercard featured a dominant Colorado win and a demoralizing LSU loss.Here are college football’s Week 12 winners and losers.Winner: GeorgiaCollege Football Playoff No. 12 Georgia (8-2, 6-2 in SEC) remained in the playoff hunt with its 31-17 win over No. 7 Tennessee (8-2, 5-2 in SEC). Quarterback Carson Beck redeemed himself after a third three-interception game of the season in Week 11’s loss to Ole Miss, going 25-of-40 for 347 yards and two touchdowns. It was the most passing yards allowed by the Vols…

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Explosions heard across Ukraine, including Kyiv and Odesa, as Russia advances at its fastest rate since the early days of the nearly three-year war.Russia has launched a huge strike on Ukraine’s energy facilities and military infrastructure, Russian news agencies report, citing the Ministry of Defence. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday said Russian forces launched about 120 missiles and 90 drones in a “massive” combined air attack – one of the largest barrages of the near-three-year war. In a message on his Telegram channel, Zelenskyy added that Ukrainian defence forces shot down more than 140 Russian projectiles. A Russian drone…

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Woman reunites photos lost in Helene’s floods with their owners Taylor Schenker has found hundreds of family photos that had been swept away during the historic flooding of the Swannanoa River during Hurricane Helen. CANTON, N.C. – In the weeks after the devastation left behind in western North Carolina from Hurricane Helene, a chance encounter between a woman and a photo of a dog has led to a community-wide effort to reunite families with memories washed away in the deadly floods. Taylor Schenker was meeting her friend for a FEMA appointment to get assistance in the wake of the disaster…

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Nigerian music sensation Wizkid (Ayodeji Balogun) has sparked concern among fans and social media users with a cryptic tweet regarding his opposition.On his official X page, Wizkid shared a brief, now-deleted cryptic tweet: “2024! Death of the Opps.” The vague post has left many wondering about its intended meaning and target.Speculation surrounds whether Wizkid’s message is aimed at fellow musician Davido (David Adeleke), with whom he has had publicized rivalries, or if it’s a general declaration.Social media users have flooded the platform with reactions, seeking clarity on Wizkid’s intentions. While some interpret the tweet as an assertive declaration of musical…

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Each week, Yardbarker highlights the most important people leading into the week’s NFL games.From players to coaches and beyond, here are the 10 most important people to keep an eye on in Week 11.TE Travis Kelce | Kansas City Chiefs During a Wednesday episode of his podcast, “New Heights,” Kelce said he’ll be “locked in” for Sunday’s matchup with the Buffalo Bills (8-2).   The Chiefs are 9-0, but it wouldn’t be shocking if they lose in Buffalo. The Bills are tied for third in the league in points scored (29 PPG) and have won their last three regular-season games against…

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DEVELOPING STORYDEVELOPING STORY, Rescue operations involving volunteers under way in Stilfontein amid reports that hundreds are still trapped underground.Two men have been pulled out from an abandoned gold mine in South Africa after a court ordered the police to lift a blockade and allow the rescue of hundreds of workers believed to be involved in “illegal” mining activities. Rescue operations involving volunteers were under way on Sunday in Stilfontein, southwest of the executive capital Pretoria, according to Al Jazeera correspondent Haru Mutasa, reporting from the site. The rescued men were visibly weakened as they emerged from the mine with the…

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Thanksgiving dinner etiquette 101 Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman shares tips on how to have a good Thanksgiving dinner whether you’re a host or a guest. A new survey reveals that Thanksgiving, the season of gratitude and feasts, is set to strain many Americans’ wallets this year.  The survey by LendingTree polled more than 2,000 U.S. consumers to highlight how inflation is reshaping the way people plan for Turkey Day.  According to the data, nearly two-thirds of U.S. consumers (56%) plan to host Thanksgiving gatherings in 2024, with the average cost for food, drinks, and decor climbing to $431 – a…

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Judikay LyricsThe song “No Agenda,” a soulful track towards the end of Judikay’s latest album, “All Things New,” boasts lyrics that resonate deeply, read them below.All Things New Album Cover ArtRELATED: Read ‘Jesus’ Lyrics by JudikayJudikay – No Agenda LyricsSimple worship from my heartLike the evening sacrificeLord we bring it all to youWe don’t have words to expressBut we know you see our heartsThat we love You more than wordsSimple worship from my heartLike the evening sacrificeLord we bring it all to youWe don’t have words to expressBut we know you see our heartsThat we love You more than wordsNo…

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