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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

business

Job Hunt Blues: LinkedIn’s Year in Review Rubs Salt in Wounds

December 18, 2025

The job market has been tough lately. Imagine getting a yearly summary from LinkedIn that highlights how many job applications you sent out and how many connections you made. It’s not exactly a confidence booster when the unemployment rate is at a four-year high. LinkedIn’s Year in Review feature s

sports

Miami Dolphins Shake Up Quarterback Spot: Tua Out, Quinn Ewers In

December 18, 2025

The Miami Dolphins have decided to make a big change for their quarterback position. They are putting Tua Tagovailoa on the bench and giving rookie Quinn Ewers a chance to start in the next game. This move comes after Tua's performance against the Pittsburgh Steelers was not up to par. The team's he

business

AI Spending Jitters Shake Up Industrial and Defense Stocks

December 18, 2025

The market has been on a downhill streak, with the S&P 500 experiencing its fourth straight losing session. The tech sector, particularly those listed on the Nasdaq, is leading the decline. Investors are growing anxious about the rapid pace of spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure. A r

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

education

Studying Abroad: A Journey of Languages and Adventures

December 18, 2025

In 2021, a student from Scotland embarked on a life-changing journey. She moved to Germany at the age of 19 to work as an English language assistant. This opportunity was made possible by the Erasmus scheme, which provided partial funding. However, this was one of the last groups to benefit from Era

crime

Food Assistance Fraud: A Scheme That Stole from the Hungry

December 18, 2025

In a shocking display of greed, two men from Massachusetts were recently taken into custody for exploiting a program designed to help those in need. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is meant to provide food assistance to low-income individuals and families. However, Antonio Bo

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

politics

Trump's Big Speech: Can He Win Back the People?

December 18, 2025

President Trump is set to speak to the nation tonight. His approval rating is low. Many people are unhappy with the economy. They worry about prices and jobs. Trump has been talking about the economy a lot. He says it's great. But many people disagree. Trump has been traveling around. He tells peop

weather

Windstorm Wreaks Havoc: One Life Lost, Thousands in the Dark

December 18, 2025

A man lost his life when a tree crashed into his home during a fierce windstorm that swept through the Inland Northwest. The storm, which peaked early Wednesday morning, left over 70, 000 people without electricity, causing widespread disruptions. The storm's intensity was staggering, with wind gus