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A Closer Look at U. S. Policy in Latin America

December 11, 2025

A recent letter to the editor sparked a debate about U. S. policy in Latin America. The writer, Richard R. Allen, took issue with Democratic Congressional Candidate Kyle Rable's assessment of President Trump's policies. Rable had criticized the administration, pointing to higher grocery prices and i

business

South Korea's Big Plans for Economic Growth

December 11, 2025

South Korea is making some big moves to boost its economy. The finance ministry is planning to create a sovereign wealth fund, similar to those in Singapore and Australia, by the first half of next year. This fund will help manage state-owned properties worth a whopping 1, 300 trillion won. The goal

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Denver's Mornings Light Up with Colorful Surprises

December 11, 2025

Denver's early risers have been treated to a stunning display of colors in the sky this week. The sunrises have been particularly vibrant, with hues of blue, pink, purple, orange, and red painting the morning sky. This is not just a coincidence, but a result of specific weather conditions and atmosp

environment

How Brunswick's Community Champions Are Guarding Their Waterways

December 11, 2025

In Brunswick, Georgia, a unique team of local leaders, including pastors and officials, teamed up with scientists to tackle a pressing issue: keeping the city's water safe. This wasn't just another environmental project. It was a grassroots effort that earned national recognition. The group, known

sports

Iowa State and Iowa: A Clash of Titans

December 11, 2025

Iowa State is making waves in the basketball world. They just beat Iowa in a close game, 74-69. Audi Crooks had a great night, scoring 30 points. This win moved Iowa State up to the ninth spot in the rankings. Iowa didn't do too bad either. They stayed at number 12. But their next game is against U

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The Unstoppable Force: D-D Breaux's Journey in LSU Gymnastics

December 11, 2025

D-D Breaux, a name synonymous with LSU gymnastics, left her mark on the sport after 43 years. Her journey began in the '70s, and by the 2010s, she had transformed the program into a powerhouse. The SEC Network will shine a spotlight on her incredible story in "The Fighting Tiger. " Breaux's impact

education

A Look at December 10: Events and Birthdays

December 11, 2025

December 10 has seen many important events. In 2007, Al Gore, the former Vice President, received the Nobel Peace Prize. He used this moment to speak about climate change. Gore emphasized the need to address human impact on the environment. This was a big deal because it brought global attention to

politics

Heavy Fighting in Pokrovsk as Russia Pushes Forward

December 11, 2025

In the eastern city of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian troops are holding their ground against a significant Russian attack. This clash is happening while the United States is pushing for a deal to stop the war. Russia has been trying to take over Pokrovsk for months, seeing it as a key part of their plan to co

crime

Local Incidents: A Look at Recent Crimes

December 11, 2025

In recent weeks, several notable incidents have occurred across various towns, highlighting a range of criminal activities. These events, reported by local law enforcement, include serious charges like gun possession, identity theft, and aggravated assault. In one case, a man from Flossmoor was arr

politics

U. S. Kicks Off G20 Planning Without South Africa

December 11, 2025

The United States is set to start planning for its G20 presidency next year. This planning will begin with a meeting of officials from the Group of 20 major economies. The meeting will start on Monday. South Africa, the current host, is not invited to this meeting. The U. S. took over the G20 presi