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Good News for Homebuyers: Mortgage Rates Drop in Late 2025

January 1, 2026

Mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest point in 2025, giving homebuyers a bit of good news as the year comes to a close. The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is now at 6. 15%, down from 6. 18% the previous week. This is a significant drop from the start of the year, when rates were aro

business

Applied Digital's Bold Move in the AI Infrastructure Game

January 1, 2026

Applied Digital, a company that started with cryptocurrency mining, is making big waves in the AI infrastructure world. It's splitting off its cloud computing business into a new company called ChronoScale Corporation. This move is all about focusing on AI workloads and making the most of the boomin

education

A Long Goodbye to a Dedicated Educator

January 1, 2026

The Highland Local Schools District Board of Education recently celebrated the retirement of Robert Kelly, a long-serving board member. Kelly's journey in public service began long before his time on the school board. He started as a Granger Township trustee and later served on the Medina County Boa

entertainment

Little Rock's Clinton Center: A Hub of Ideas and Culture

January 1, 2026

The Clinton Presidential Center in Little Rock is gearing up for an exciting lineup of events in early 2026. This isn't just about looking back at history; it's about sparking conversations that matter today. First up, in January, the center is bringing together two big thinkers: Cornel West and Ro

entertainment

Celebrating the New Year with a Fun Twist

January 1, 2026

New Year's Eve is often associated with late-night parties, but some places decided to do things differently. On a rainy December 31, 2025, two spots in the Bay Area hosted balloon drops during the day. The Chabot Space and Science Center in Oakland and the Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos both

finance

AI's Double-Edged Sword: Cheaper Goods, Fewer Jobs

January 1, 2026

AI is making waves in the economy. It might lower prices but also cut jobs. Chen Zhao, a big shot in economics, thinks AI will push inflation down to below 2% by next year. That's good news for shoppers, but not so great for workers. AI makes things cheaper. It boosts productivity. This could bring

politics

YouTuber's Claims Spark Federal Funding Freeze

January 1, 2026

A recent video by Nick Shirley, a 23-year-old YouTuber, has led to a freeze in child care funding to Minnesota. Shirley, who calls himself an "independent YouTube journalist, " posted a 42-minute video on X and YouTube. In it, he and an older man, identified only as "David, " visited several daycare

politics

Boston City Council President Race: A Clash of Ambitions and Alliances

January 1, 2026

In Boston, a fierce competition is unfolding to decide who will lead the City Council. Gabriela Coletta Zapata and Brian Worrell are the main contenders, each aiming to secure the necessary votes to claim the presidency. The election, set for January 5, is not just about who wins but also about unde

politics

Trump's Name Game: A Look at His Branding Moves

January 1, 2026

In Washington, D. C. , the name Trump is popping up everywhere. From buildings to warships, the president has been busy putting his stamp on things. This isn't just about real estate or golf courses anymore. It's about government programs and national institutions. Some people are not happy about t

politics

Kansas Governor's Power on Extradition: What You Need to Know

January 1, 2026

Kansas is in a heated debate about the death penalty. At the center of this is whether the governor can refuse to send people to states that use it. The state's attorney general, Kris Kobach, says no. He believes the governor must follow the law and can't pick and choose who to extradite. The gover