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Job Market Tips from Top CEOs: What Gen Z Needs to Know

December 26, 2025

Gen Z is facing a tough job market, but CEOs from big companies like Amazon, Walmart, and McDonald's have some advice to help young people succeed. Julie Sweet, CEO of Accenture, says curiosity is a big deal. She didn't follow the usual path to become CEO, but she embraced uncertainty and said yes

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Fun Events to Enjoy This Weekend and Beyond

December 26, 2025

This weekend, there's a lot going on in town. If you love music, you won't want to miss Mile High Soul Collective. They play all kinds of music, and it's a great way to get your feet moving. The show starts at 7:30 p. m. on Friday at Nissi's in Lafayette. Tickets are $20-$25. If you're into theater

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Celebrity Milestones: A Look at Notable December 26 Birthdays

December 26, 2025

December 26 is a day filled with notable birthdays from the world of entertainment and beyond. Among the celebrities celebrating another year are Beth Behrs and Eden Sher. But did you know that Lars Ulrich, the drummer for Metallica, is also ringing in his 62nd birthday? His dad was quite the showbi

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How Did Movies Fare on Christmas Eve?

December 25, 2025

Christmas Eve usually sees lower movie attendance, unless there's a highly anticipated film like Spider-Man: No Way Home. This year, total earnings for all movies were around $27. 6 million. This includes $2 million from previews of Marty Supreme, a period dramedy starring Timothee Chalamet, and $2.

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Baseball's Biggest Wins of 2025: A Look Back

December 25, 2025

In 2025, Major League Baseball teams had some unforgettable victories. The Blue Jays' win in Game 7 of the ALCS against the Mariners was a highlight, thanks to George Springer's three-run homer. The Orioles had a thrilling comeback against the Dodgers, with Emmanuel Rivera's walk-off hit sealing the

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Ohio's Big Win: How a Standout Player and Smart Moves Led to Victory

December 24, 2025

Ohio's football team made a strong comeback in the Frisco Bowl, beating UNLV 17-10. The win was thanks to a standout performance by Sieh Bangura, who ran for 149 yards and scored a touchdown. This victory is part of a bigger trend for Ohio, as they've now won seven straight bowl games since 2017. T

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Hugh Jackman's Song Sung Blue: A Musical Journey Worth Taking?

December 24, 2025

Hugh Jackman is back on the big screen, this time in a musical biopic that has critics talking. Song Sung Blue tells the story of Mike and Claire Sardina, a couple who form a Neil Diamond tribute band called Lightning & Thunder. The movie hits theaters on Christmas Day, and early reviews are in. Cri

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Pandora's Box Office Magic: 'Fire and Ash' Lights Up Theaters

December 22, 2025

The newest addition to the Avatar universe, "Fire and Ash, " has made a significant splash at the box office. It raked in $345 million worldwide in its opening weekend, placing it just behind "Zootopia 2" for the year's highest debut. In the U. S. , it brought in $88 million, while internationally,

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Cher's Big Comeback: A Hair-Raising SNL Moment

December 22, 2025

Cher surprised everyone with a stunning hair change during her Saturday Night Live performance on December 20. It had been 38 years since she last appeared on the show, and she made sure to leave a lasting impression. The 79-year-old singer didn't just perform; she transformed right before everyone'

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Pandora's Latest Adventure: A Look at Avatar: Fire and Ash and Other Box Office Newcomers

December 21, 2025

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" kicked off with $88 million in the U. S. over its opening weekend. This is a solid start, but it's a drop from the $134 million debut of "Avatar: The Way of Water" in 2022. The big question now is how well this latest trip to Pandora will perform during the holiday season. Th