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politics

Healthcare Costs: A New Republican Plan Sparks Debate

December 9, 2025

A new proposal from Republicans might lead to higher healthcare costs for many Americans. The CARE Act, introduced by Senator Bernie Moreno, aims to extend ACA Premium Tax Credits temporarily and gradually phase out COVID-era subsidies over two years. During the pandemic, enhanced ACA tax credits h

celebrities

Celebrities Turning a Year Older on December 8, 2025

December 9, 2025

December 8, 2025, marks the birthdays of several notable figures from the entertainment world. Among them are Kim Basinger, who will be celebrating her 72nd birthday. Did you know her name Kim is a nickname for Kimila? Also turning a year older is Dominic Monaghan, who will be 49. He might have been

entertainment

Variety Shines at National Awards

December 9, 2025

Variety has done it again, taking home a whopping 20 awards at the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards. This is a big jump from the 14 they won last year. They won in all sorts of categories, from news and business reporting to commentary and photography. Chris Willman, their chief mu

entertainment

Hollywood's Big Shake-Up: Netflix Takes Over Warner Bros.

December 6, 2025

Hollywood is not happy. A huge change is happening. Netflix is buying Warner Bros. for a massive $83 billion. This includes HBO Max too. People are upset. They feel this deal is not good. First, there was sadness. Warner Bros. Discovery was struggling. Many thought it was the end of an era. Now, an

sports

Racing Rivalries: Jordan and Gibbs Speak Out in Court

December 6, 2025

Michael Jordan, a big name in basketball, stepped into a NASCAR courtroom to share his thoughts. He co-owns a racing team and isn't happy with how things are run. He thinks NASCAR should be more like the NBA, where teams and the league share money and responsibilities equally. Jordan believes this w

technology

A Glimpse into the Future: How AI Could Help Us Grieve

December 5, 2025

In a world where technology is advancing at a rapid pace, the question of how AI can impact our lives is becoming increasingly important. One recent example of this is the short film \"Sweetwater, \" which explores the idea of using AI to help people cope with grief. The film, which stars Michael Ke

sports

The Sweet Side of New England: Drake Maye's Wife Wins Fans with Baking

December 5, 2025

Drake Maye has been making waves in New England, both on and off the field. His wife, Ann Michael, has been stealing hearts with her baking videos on TikTok. She started gaining attention because of her husband, but now she's making a name for herself with her delicious recipes and festive videos.

entertainment

A-List Chats: Who's Talking to Who in Variety's New Season

December 4, 2025

Variety's Actors on Actors series is back with its 23rd season, and it's packed with some serious star power. This time, the show is moving to CNN, giving viewers more ways to catch these exclusive interviews. The season kicks off with a bang on December 5, featuring Ariana Grande and Adam Sandler.

education

A Visit That's Stirring Up Trouble

December 4, 2025

A big event is happening at Cedar Drive Middle School in Colts Neck. Linda McMahon, the U. S. Secretary of Education, is dropping by. She's part of a nationwide tour called "History Rocks! " This tour is all about teaching kids the importance of the Declaration of Independence. It's the 250th annive

technology

A New Way to Move Goods: The Electric Truck Revolution

December 4, 2025

In Europe, moving goods around is a big job. Many small companies do this work. They use old diesel trucks. These trucks are not good for the environment. They also cost a lot to run. This is a problem. But now, there is a new idea. It is called Trucking-as-a-Service. This idea uses electric trucks.