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Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at December 17th's Stars

December 17, 2025

December 17th is a special day for many celebrities. It's the day when stars like Eugene Levy and Sarah Paulson celebrate their birthdays. But did you know that these celebrities have more to their stories than just their famous roles? Let's dive in and learn more about them. Eugene Levy, known for

sports

Women's Sports Teams: Big Money, Bigger Dreams

December 17, 2025

Women's sports teams are making serious cash these days. Just a few years ago, these teams were often given away for free with the purchase of men's teams. Now, there are 25 women's sports teams worth over $100 million each, adding up to a whopping $5. 6 billion. The WNBA is leading the pack, with

crypto

Bitcoin's Death Cross: Should You Worry or Wait?

December 17, 2025

Bitcoin's recent "death cross" has sparked worry among investors. This happens when the 50-day average price drops below the 200-day average price. It's a signal that often makes people nervous. But, looking back at history, this signal hasn't always meant bad news. In fact, Bitcoin's price has oft

politics

Ohio's Education Shake-Up: Phonics vs. Old Methods

December 17, 2025

Ohio's higher education system is facing some changes. A recent state audit found that some big-name colleges, like Cleveland State, Ohio State, and Ohio University, are still teaching old-school reading methods. These methods have been proven not to work as well as the new "science of reading" appr

politics

FCC Chief in Hot Seat: Senate Grilling on Media and Mergers

December 17, 2025

The Senate Commerce Committee is set to question the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) chair, Brendan Carr, on Wednesday. The hearing focuses on his recent actions and statements regarding media and broadcasting. Carr has been under fire for pushing broadcasters to pull ABC's late-night show

politics

Germany's New Drone Defense: A Team Effort

December 17, 2025

Germany has just opened a new drone defense center in Berlin. This is the first time the country has brought together different security teams to work on one big problem: drones being used for spying and causing trouble. Before this center, different groups were handling drone threats separately. N

health

Illinois Takes a Step: New Law Lets Terminally Ill Choose Their End

December 17, 2025

A new law in Illinois now allows adults with terminal illnesses to request life-ending medication from their doctors. This change, known as Senate Bill 1950, passed through the House and Senate with close votes and was signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker. The bill has sparked strong debates. So

politics

Healthcare Subsidy Showdown: House Republicans Stifle Democratic Efforts

December 17, 2025

In a dramatic turn of events, House Republicans recently put a stop to a Democratic push for a swift vote on extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies. The move, which took place on a Wednesday, was met with fierce opposition from Democrats, who accused Republicans of cutting off the vote premat

environment

Coal's Unexpected Comeback: What's Driving the Surge?

December 17, 2025

Coal, once on the decline, is making a surprising comeback. The International Energy Agency (IEA) reports that global coal demand is expected to reach a record high this year. This is not what experts predicted. For the past three years, they thought coal use had peaked and would start to drop. But

politics

The Red and Blue Divide: How Politics Played a Role in Energy Grant Cuts

December 17, 2025

The Trump administration made a surprising admission in a recent court filing. They revealed that political leanings influenced their decision to cut energy grants during the government shutdown. Specifically, they considered whether the funds would benefit states that typically vote for Democratic