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Hollywood Mourns the Loss of a Legendary Director and His Wife

December 16, 2025

The entertainment world is in shock after the tragic news of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele's untimely deaths. The couple was found stabbed in their Brentwood home, sending waves of grief through Hollywood and beyond. Rob Reiner, 78, was a celebrated director known for his iconic films like "The P

celebrities

Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at the Stars Born in Late December

December 16, 2025

Late December is a special time for many reasons, but did you know it's also a big month for celebrity birthdays? From legendary actors to famous musicians, a lot of well-known faces celebrate their birthdays between December 21st and 27th. Let's start with some of the older stars. Jane Fonda, who

politics

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

Ukraine's Leader Talks Peace in Germany

December 15, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was in Berlin for crucial peace discussions. He met with American envoy Steve Witkoff and top European leaders. This was the second day of intense talks to stop the war in Ukraine. The day before, Zelensky and Witkoff had a long meeting with German Chancellor

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Trump's Health or Healthcare? A Messy Moment

December 15, 2025

A recent Oval Office exchange turned into a spectacle, overshadowing a serious issue: healthcare costs. Instead of addressing the looming expiration of Affordable Care Act subsidies, President Trump snapped at a reporter, dismissing concerns about rising insurance premiums. Trump's response was not

finance

Tax Trouble: Why Idaho Homeowners Are Paying More

December 15, 2025

Taxes are climbing for homeowners in Nez Perce County, and the state government is the main reason. The county's budget is set to grow by 1. 62%. Schools and the city of Lewiston are also getting more money, with increases of 2. 8% and 5% respectively. But homeowners are facing much steeper hikes.

politics

Trump's Strong Support for Israel Recognized at Gala Event

December 14, 2025

Last week, the Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) celebrated President Donald Trump at its annual Chairman’s Gala in Washington, D. C. The event highlighted Trump's impactful policies towards Israel, including recognizing Jerusalem as its capital, moving the U. S. Embassy, and acknowledging Israeli cont

sports

NC State Soccer's Historic Run to the Top

December 13, 2025

NC State's men's soccer team made history by reaching the NCAA National Championship match for the first time ever. They beat Saint Louis 2-1 in a thrilling game at First Horizon Stadium. The stadium was packed with nearly 11, 000 fans, the biggest crowd for a College Cup game in Cary since 2012. T

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Quarterback Comebacks: Philip Rivers and the Art of Ageless Play

December 13, 2025

Philip Rivers is making waves in the NFL world. Just a week ago, no one saw this coming. Now, he's on the brink of making a remarkable return to the field. At 44, he's not just playing the game; he's rewriting the record books. If he steps onto the field, he'll join an elite group of quarterbacks wh

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Celebs Who Brought Their Pets Back to Life

December 13, 2025

Some famous people have found a way to keep their pet's memory alive. They have used science to clone their beloved dogs. This is not a new thing, but it has become more popular in recent years. Tom Brady, the famous football player, recently shared that he cloned his late dog, Lua. He did this wit