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Words That Shaped Our Year: A Closer Look

December 23, 2025

This year, several words and phrases captured the essence of our collective experiences, reflecting both societal shifts and individual quirks. The term "affordability crisis" became a buzzword, highlighting the struggles people face with rising costs of essentials like housing, gas, and even holida

technology

Britain's Big Move: Police to Use More Face Scanners

December 4, 2025

In the UK, police forces are set to use face-scanning tech more widely to catch lawbreakers. This tech is already in action in London, leading to over a thousand arrests in just two years. It's helped nab rapists, abusers, and violent criminals, plus over a hundred sex offenders who broke their rule

crime

Luigi Mangione's Courtroom Drama: New Details Emerge

December 2, 2025

In a New York courtroom, the spotlight was on Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing a healthcare CEO. His lawyers are fighting to keep certain evidence out of his upcoming trials. They say the police didn't have a warrant to search his backpack, which had some interesting items inside. One of

entertainment

2025's Must-Watch Films: A Fresh Look at Storytelling

December 1, 2025

In 2025, the film industry brought us a diverse range of stories that pushed boundaries and challenged norms. Zach Cregger's psychological thriller, with its multiple perspectives and chilling climax, left audiences on the edge of their seats. The film's ability to weave together different narrative

politics

Teenagers Fight Back Against Australia's Social Media Ban

November 26, 2025

Australia is about to make history with a bold move: a nationwide ban on social media for kids under 16. But not everyone is happy about it. Two brave teenagers, Noah Jones and Macy Neyland, are taking the government to court. They're fighting for their right to stay connected. The ban is set to ki

entertainment

Apple TV's Sci-Fi Gem: A Fresh Take on Classic Dystopia

November 2, 2025

Apple TV has carved a niche for itself with its unique sci-fi shows. While other streaming platforms have their strengths, Apple TV stands out with its imaginative and bold sci-fi content. One of its standout series, Silo, takes inspiration from a well-known dystopian novel, 1984 by George Orwell.

sports

From Yahoo! to ESPN: A Sportswriter's New Adventure

March 7, 2025

ESPN is welcoming a new member to its investigative journalism team. Dan Wetzel, a well-known sportswriter, is leaving his old job at Yahoo! Sports. This move comes as a big change for him. He's excited about the new opportunities that ESPN offers. Wetzel is from Norwell and studied at the Universit

sports

March Madness in Massachusetts: High School Sports Roundup

March 3, 2025

In the world of Massachusetts high school sports, March is a month of champions and thrilling upsets. Let's dive into some of the highlights from a recent Saturday. The gymnastics scene saw Masconomet clinching their fifth state title since 2019, bouncing back from a second-place finish th

politics

Biden and Zuckerberg Clash Over Meta's End to Fact-Checking

January 12, 2025

President Joe Biden slammed Meta's decision to fire its U. S. fact-checkers on Friday, shortly after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg accused the Biden administration of pressuring the social media giant to remove certain content. Earlier in the week, Zuckerberg announced that Meta would replace its fact-ch

education

Florida Schools Censor Classic Books

November 13, 2024

Have you ever tried to borrow a book that's not there? That's what's happening in some Florida schools. Classic books like Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye" and Judy Blume's "Forever" are vanishing from libraries. This isn't by accident; it's because of new laws that let parents challenge these books