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Iowa's Brave Guardsmen Lost in Syria

December 15, 2025

In a tragic turn of events, two soldiers from the Iowa National Guard lost their lives in Syria. These brave individuals were part of a larger group deployed to the Middle East. Their mission was to fight against ISIS and other terrorist groups. The soldiers were identified as Sgt. Edgar Brian Torre

sports

A Setback for Kansas City: Mahomes' Season Ends Early

December 15, 2025

Patrick Mahomes, the star quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, suffered a significant setback when he tore the ACL in his left knee. This injury, confirmed by an MRI on Sunday night, has brought his season to an abrupt halt. The news was shared by CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones, leaving fans and team

opinion

Why Going Public Matters for Food Critics

December 15, 2025

Bill Addison, the Los Angeles Times restaurant critic, made a big move. He decided to stop hiding his identity. This is a trend in the food world. It started with Jonathan Gold, another famous critic. Both chose to be open about who they are. Why does this matter? Critics like Addison believe it's

business

Oracle's AI Gamble: Big Spends, Bigger Problems

December 13, 2025

Oracle's stock has taken a nosedive, dropping 45% from its peak in September. This week alone, it lost 14% of its value after a disappointing earnings report. The company spent a whopping $12 billion on capital expenditures last quarter, way more than the $8. 25 billion analysts expected. To make ma

sports

Local High School Hoops: A Night of Nail-Biting Games

December 13, 2025

The Bay City area witnessed some intense high school basketball games recently. John Glenn High School pulled off a close win against Swan Valley. The score was 63-62. It was a tight game, especially in the fourth quarter. John Glenn's players showed great teamwork and resilience. Caleb Seafert and

education

Veterans Find New Purpose Through Nursing Program

December 13, 2025

A special program at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) is celebrating a big milestone. For ten years, the Veteran to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (VBSN) program has been helping military veterans become nurses. This December, the school will honor this achievement during their

celebrities

Celebrities Spread Holiday Cheer at Disney Parks

December 13, 2025

Disney Parks have been buzzing with star power this holiday season. Many celebrities have been spotted enjoying the festive atmosphere and attractions across various Disney locations. At Disneyland, several stars like Mookie Betts, Zooey Deschanel, and Jonathan Scott enjoyed the holiday festivities

entertainment

The Puzzle Master's Long Journey

December 12, 2025

Jonathan Blow, a well-known game designer, has been working on a new puzzle game called Order of the Sinking Star for nearly a decade. This game is a follow-up to his previous project, The Witness, which took over six years to complete. Initially, Blow thought this new game would be a quick project,

politics

Big Banks Under Scrutiny: What Did They Really Do?

December 11, 2025

A recent investigation into banks cutting off services to certain customers has wrapped up with little to show. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, led by Trump appointee Jonathan Gould, looked into claims that banks were unfairly denying services based on political beliefs. This came aft

entertainment

Celeb Christmas Trees: A Glimpse into Star-Studded Holiday Homes

December 10, 2025

Celebrities love to share their holiday cheer, and this year's Christmas trees are no exception. From cozy nights in to over-the-top displays, stars like Selena Gomez and Joanna Gaines are showing off their festive spirit. Gomez and her new husband, Benny Blanco, enjoyed a romantic evening decoratin