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Young Voices, Old Fears: A Clash of Perspectives

December 16, 2025

A few years back, during a family dinner, an unexpected message popped up. A friend alerted me to a Clubhouse chat about me. Clubhouse, a social app that was big during the pandemic, is like a mix of a conference call and a panel discussion. People create virtual rooms, pick speakers, and others lis

politics

Pennsylvania's Skill Games: A Hidden Cost to the Community

December 16, 2025

Pennsylvania is grappling with a growing issue: skill games. These machines, scattered across gas stations and local eateries, have become a hot topic. The state's highest court recently weighed in, questioning whether these games are harmless fun or a sneaky form of gambling. The justices noted tha

politics

The Billionaire Blunder: How the Rich Lost Their Grip

December 16, 2025

The super-rich have been living in a dream world. They've had the power to shape laws and politics to their liking, all thanks to some big court rulings. This has made them incredibly wealthy. The top 20 richest Americans saw their wealth double in just five years. But they've been doing this behind

sports

Oregon State Ends Blueprint Sports Partnership: What's Next?

December 16, 2025

Oregon State University has decided to cut ties with Blueprint Sports, ending their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) management deal. This decision came after some controversy and a lot of questions from fans and media. The deal, which was supposed to last until 2026, is now over as of December 8th. ...

sports

Vermont's Winter Sports Stars Shine Bright

December 16, 2025

Vermont's winter sports season is heating up, and fans are getting a say in who gets the spotlight. From hockey to wrestling and basketball, athletes are making big moves and fans are voting for their favorites. This is the first time in the 2025-26 season that the public can vote for the top athlet

sports

Affordable Olympic Fun: LA28's Ticket Draw

December 16, 2025

LA28 is making waves with its upcoming ticket draw. Starting January 14, fans can sign up for a chance to snag tickets for all Olympic sports. The best part? At least a million tickets will be priced at just $28. This isn't just a token gesture; it's a real effort to make the Games accessible. The

politics

House Republicans Face Tough Choices on Health Care

December 16, 2025

House Republicans are at a crossroads with their health care plans. Some moderates, like Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, are open to supporting the GOP's health care bill, but they have concerns. Fitzpatrick said he hasn't found anything objectionable yet, but he won't vote against it just to protest. Other

politics

Ukraine's Path to Justice: A Global Effort to Address War Damages

December 16, 2025

In a significant move, European leaders, including Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, gathered in The Hague to establish an International Claims Commission. This commission aims to address the extensive damages inflicted by Russian attacks and alleged war crimes. The event, co-hosted by the Ne

education

Schools' Hidden Struggle: When Kindness Isn't Enough

December 16, 2025

Schools are trying hard to make students feel safe and happy. But new research shows that this might not be working for everyone. In fact, it could be making things worse for some kids. The study looked at over a million students in California. It found that students who are bullied because of who

crime

A Judge's Stand: Helping an Undocumented Man Avoid ICE

December 15, 2025

A Wisconsin judge is about to face a federal trial. Her crime? Helping an undocumented man avoid arrest by immigration authorities. This is a big deal. It's not every day a judge is accused of something like this. The judge, Hannah Dugan, is from Milwaukee County. She's been charged with two seriou