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Holiday Gifts for Sports and Music Fans: New Books to Check Out

December 17, 2025

Holiday shopping can be a rush, especially when you're looking for something special. If you have sports or music fans on your list, there are some great new books out there. These aren't just any books—they're big, beautiful coffee-table books that can make a room look amazing. One book takes you

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Champaign County's Changing Food Scene: What's In and What's Out

December 17, 2025

Champaign County is seeing a lot of changes in its food and drink scene. Some familiar spots have shut down, while new ones are popping up. This shift shows how the area is always changing. New places are opening up all the time. Dutch Bros Coffee, a popular coffee chain, started serving drinks on

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Vermont's Winter Sports Stars Shine Bright

December 16, 2025

Vermont's winter sports season is heating up, and fans are getting a say in who gets the spotlight. From hockey to wrestling and basketball, athletes are making big moves and fans are voting for their favorites. This is the first time in the 2025-26 season that the public can vote for the top athlet

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Billy Bob Thornton Roasts The View in New TV Drama

December 15, 2025

Billy Bob Thornton, playing the tough-talking Lt. Tommy Norris in the TV show Landman, took a jab at The View. He did this while talking to his dad, played by Sam Elliot. Norris suggested his dad watch The View to pass the time. But he didn't hold back his thoughts about the show. Norris called The

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Marlon Brando's Surprise Comedy Hit: A Look Back at The Freshman

December 14, 2025

In 1990, a comedy film titled "The Freshman" hit the screens, starring the legendary Marlon Brando. Before its release, Brando had some harsh words for the movie, calling it a "stinker" and predicting its failure. This didn't exactly set the stage for a successful launch. The film was a comedy where

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Brent Spiner: From Star Trek's Data to Batman's Baddies

December 14, 2025

Brent Spiner is a familiar face to many sci-fi fans, thanks to his iconic role as Data in "Star Trek: The Next Generation. " But did you know he's also played Data's evil twin, Lore, and Data's creator, Dr. Soong? His talent doesn't stop there. Spiner has also appeared in "Star Trek: Enterprise, " "

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The Fighter Who Defied the Odds: Bobby Green's Journey

December 13, 2025

Bobby Green, known as "King" in the UFC, is set to step into the Octagon again. But his story is about more than just fights. It's about a man who faced tough times from the start and turned them into strength. Born in San Bernardino, California, on September 9, 1986, Bobby is African American. His

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Celebs Turning a Year Wiser on December 12, 2025

December 12, 2025

December 12, 2025, is a special day for many famous faces. It's the day when a bunch of well-known actors and musicians add another candle to their birthday cakes. Let's dive in and learn a bit more about them. First up, we have Bill Nighy, the actor who's been making us laugh and think for years.

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The Untold Saga of Lucy and Desi: A Family's Journey

December 12, 2025

Lucie Arnaz, the daughter of iconic stars Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, is teaming up with industry veteran Bob Greenblatt to bring her parents' story to life. This isn't just about "I Love Lucy. " It's a deep dive into their lives, from their tough beginnings to their historic TV show and beyond. T

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Disney's Leadership Shake-Up: Walden Speaks Out

December 12, 2025

Disney's future is up in the air, and Dana Walden is in the mix. She's one of the top contenders to take over from Bob Iger as CEO. But she's not the only one in the running. Josh D'Amaro, who heads up the parks division, is also a strong candidate. Walden says it's not a competition, though. She's