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Posts by Fiona Z. Merriweather

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About Fiona Z. Merriweather
Fiona Z. Merriweather is a Senior Reporter for News of Austin, covering housing, urban development, and the impacts of rapid growth. Known for investigative reporting on short-term rentals and displacement, she focuses on how Austin’s expansion reshapes neighborhoods and affordability.
Commodore 64 Ultimate sits on a wooden desk with its cassette slot visible and glowing LED lights on the retro case
Posted inConsumer Electronics Retro Computing Tech News

Commodore 64 Ultimate: A Retro Revival That Blends Nostalgia With Modern Tech

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
At a Glance The C64U brings the iconic 1982 Commodore 64 back to life using an FPGA. It keeps the original look and peripheral support while adding...
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Posted inNews Report World News

Bondi Beach Massacre: Police Find No Terrorist Cell Behind Attack

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
At a Glance 15 people were killed in a Bondi Beach mass shooting targeting a Hannukah festival. Investigation found no evidence the shooters were...
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Marcus Freeman the coach standing with a football and 2031 contract details in front of Notre Dame stadium under sunset.
Posted inCollege Football Sports News

Notre Dame Locks in Marcus Freeman Through 2031

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
At a Glance Notre Dame has extended Marcus Freeman's contract through 2031. The 2024 season finished 14-2, reaching the national championship...
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Black woman walking away from camera with luxury watches shining in moonlight and wet cityscape reflections
Posted inCrime News Local News

Austin Police Seek Woman Behind $75,000 Watch Heist

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
At a Glance Austin Police are searching for a woman linked to a Dec. 21 theft of luxury watches worth $75,000. The suspect is a 5-ft-4-inch Black...
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Lincoln Riley stands before a torn ticket stub with faded Notre Dame vs USC text and a Los Angeles stadium behind him, stern
Posted inCollege Football Sports News

Lincoln Riley Blames Notre Dame for 100-Year Rivalry Pause

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
At a Glance Lincoln Riley blames Notre Dame for pausing the 100\u2011year rivalry. Notre Dame will play BYU in 2026\u201127 instead of USC. The...
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President Trump stands before a map of Nigeria with red strike markers and US flag beside Israeli flag with Mar‑a‑Lago sunset
Posted inAnalysis Political News World News

Trump’s Foreign-Policy Frenzy Overshadows Domestic Agenda, Polls Show

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
At a Glance President Trump spent the final weeks of the year at Mar-a-Lago, hosting Volodymyr Zelensky and Benjamin Netanyahu. He announced...
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Hand holding phone showing red Data Breach message with scattered SSNs and claim papers near skyscraper with Aflac logo
Posted inCorporate News Tech News

Aflac Data Breach Hits 22.65 Million: Free Protection Offered

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
At a Glance Aflac confirms data breach impacted 22.65 million people. Personal data stolen includes Social Security numbers, health info, and...
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Khaleda Zia cradles a worn photograph with candles and incense and a Bangladeshi flag in a parlor of wooden carvings.
Posted inPolitical News World News

Bangladesh’s First Female PM Khaleda Zia Dies at 80

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
> At a Glance > - Bangladesh mourns former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia who passed away at 80. > - The interim government declared a three-day mourning...
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US hockey players celebrating with James Hagens
Posted inSports News World News

U.S. Stages Comeback to Beat Slovakia 6-5 in Junior Final

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
At a Glance U.S. wins 6-5 over Slovakia after a dramatic comeback. James Hagens scores two goals in a 1:03 span. U.S. overcomes a two-goal deficit...
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Damaged Interoceanic Train lies on dim platform with mangled carriages and emergency vehicles nearby.
Posted inNews Report World News

Mexico Train Crash Kills 13, Injures 110-Investigation Ordered

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
At a Glance 13 people died, including a teenager, when the Interoceanic Train derailed near Oaxaca. Nearly 110 passengers were injured. Mexican...
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