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crime

Salt Lake City's Crime Drop: A Glimmer of Hope Amidst Lingering Issues

December 12, 2025

Salt Lake City has seen a drop in crime rates, hitting an eight-year low. This improvement comes after new policing strategies were put into place earlier this year. As of now, there have been over 11, 500 reported crimes, which is a 4. 6% decrease from the same time last year and an 11. 5% decrease

crime

Florence's Treasure Lost to a Clever Trick

December 11, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, a group of criminals managed to trick the organization responsible for Florence's famous cathedral into handing over a huge amount of money. This wasn't a heist with masks and guns, but a clever email scam that fooled the managers into sending nearly 1. 8 million euros

politics

Slovakia's President Stands Up for Whistleblowers Against Government Plans

December 11, 2025

In a bold move, Slovakia's President Peter Pellegrini recently blocked a new law that would have weakened protections for whistleblowers. This law, supported by Prime Minister Robert Fico's government, aimed to replace the current Whistleblower Protection Office (UOO) with a new agency under differe

entertainment

Awards Keep Piling Up for Big Screen Entertainment Group

December 11, 2025

Big Screen Entertainment Group (OTC: BSEG) is on a roll, with its creative team raking in accolades left and right. For the past eight years, Hollywood International Filmmaker magazine, a publication under BSEG's wing, has been a regular at the National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards. This y

sports

Missouri Sports Betting: Big Wins and Big Risks

December 11, 2025

Missouri has just launched sports betting, and it's a game-changer for fans. With the Kansas City Chiefs fighting to stay in the playoffs, the timing couldn't be better. But it's not just about the Chiefs. The St. Louis Blues are also making a comeback, and the Missouri Tigers are gearing up for a t

health

A Major Boost for Kids' Mental Health in Boston

December 11, 2025

Boston is getting a big new mental health hospital just for kids. The hospital will have 116 beds and is set to open in 2029. It will be on the campus of Franciscan Children's in Brighton, which Boston Children's Hospital bought in 2023. The hospital will treat many different mental health problems

health

Global Health Talks: WHO Chief Downplays US Deals

December 11, 2025

The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) recently shared his thoughts on global health agreements. He believes that a new addition to a pandemic treaty could be finalized by next year. This addition would focus on sharing information about disease-causing agents. During a press conference in

education

A Bright Spot in a Challenging World

December 11, 2025

In a world where things seem to be getting tougher, there's a place that stands out like a beacon of hope. This place is a preschool playground in Alaska, designed to be enjoyed by all children, regardless of their abilities. It's not just any playground; it's a carefully crafted space that encourag

technology

Andrew Cardno: The Tech Genius Behind Gaming and Hospitality

December 11, 2025

Andrew Cardno, the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI), has been recognized as one of San Diego's most influential people for 2025. This honor highlights his significant contributions to technology, particularly in AI, data science, and enterprise intelligence.

politics

Ukraine's Election Dilemma: War, Trust, and the Future

December 10, 2025

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed his willingness to hold elections within 90 days, but there's a catch. The country is under martial law due to Russia's ongoing invasion, which makes holding elections legally tricky. Zelenskyy has asked lawmakers to find a legal solution and has