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Who Gets Your 401(k) After Divorce? It's Not Always Who You Think!

December 18, 2025

Divorce is messy, and it's easy to overlook small details. One thing many people forget is updating their 401(k) beneficiary. This can lead to big problems later on. A 401(k) is a retirement savings plan offered by employers. It's a big deal because it helps people save money for the future. But af

politics

Washington's Coal Plant Conundrum: A Clash of State and Federal Powers

December 18, 2025

Washington state officials are fuming over a federal order that forces a coal plant to stay open. The Department of Energy, led by President Trump, has told TransAlta to keep running its Centralia coal plant. This goes against a state law that says coal power must stop by the end of the year. The o

sports

Will Tkachuk Suit Up for the Winter Classic?

December 18, 2025

Matthew Tkachuk's participation in the upcoming Winter Classic is still up in the air. The Florida Panthers' star forward is recovering from a lower-body injury and has yet to join his teammates on the ice. General manager Bill Zito remains uncertain about Tkachuk's availability for the outdoor game

crime

Bondi Beach Tragedy: A Community in Mourning and a Nation in Reflection

December 18, 2025

In the wake of the horrifying Bondi Beach attack, a 24-year-old man, Naveed Akram, has been charged with 59 offenses, including 15 counts of murder. The incident, which occurred during a Hanukkah celebration, has left 15 people dead and 17 injured. The victims, all identified as Jewish, ranged from

crime

A Deadly Crash: U. S. Takes Responsibility

December 18, 2025

In a significant legal move, the U. S. government has accepted blame for a fatal mid-air crash. The incident involved an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines plane over the Potomac River. This collision resulted in the deaths of all 67 people on board both aircraft. The Justice Depar

politics

Jack Smith: Trump's Legal Woes Explained

December 18, 2025

Jack Smith, a former special counsel, recently spoke to Congress about his investigations into former President Trump. He made it clear that his decisions were not influenced by Trump's political status or his run for the 2024 election. Smith's team gathered strong evidence suggesting Trump was invo

health

Measles on the Rise: What's Happening in the US?

December 18, 2025

Measles is making a comeback in the US. It's spreading fast in places like Utah, Arizona, and South Carolina. Many of those affected are kids in school. This is happening because not enough people are getting vaccinated. In South Carolina, over 138 people have caught measles. Most of them are in Sp

weather

Colorado Faces a Wild Weather Mix on Wednesday

December 18, 2025

Colorado's weather is set to take a wild turn on Wednesday. The state is bracing for a mix of strong winds, high fire danger, and even some snow. This isn't your typical mid-December weather. It's more like a rollercoaster ride of conditions. First off, winds are going to be a big problem. They're

politics

A Change at the Top: Bongino's Exit from the FBI

December 18, 2025

Dan Bongino, the FBI's deputy director, has decided to leave his post in January. He shared this news on X, thanking President Trump, Attorney General Bondi, and FBI Director Patel for the chance to serve. Bongino, a former podcaster and law enforcement officer, had been in the role since February. ...

crime

A Family Torn Apart: The Reiner Tragedy

December 18, 2025

The Reiner family is going through a tough time. Nick Reiner, their son, is in big trouble. He's been charged with killing his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. This is a shocking turn of events for a family known in Hollywood. Rob Reiner is a famous director. He directed movies like "When Harry Met