diff --git a/src/news_manager.py b/src/news_manager.py
index 7f563492..7e8438b0 100644
--- a/src/news_manager.py
+++ b/src/news_manager.py
@@ -521,5 +521,6 @@ class NewsManager:
 
     def get_dynamic_duration(self) -> int:
         """Get the calculated dynamic duration for display"""
-        # Return the current calculated duration without fetching data
-        return self.dynamic_duration
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+        # For smooth scrolling, use a fixed short duration so display controller calls us frequently
+        # This allows the scroll_delay to control the actual scrolling speed
+        return 1  # 1 second duration - display controller will call us every second
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