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A Hitman's Race Against Time

January 1, 2026

Patrick Dempsey is back in the crime genre with a new role that might remind fans of Dexter. This time, he plays Angelo Ledda, a hitman facing a tough challenge. Angelo has early-onset Alzheimer's, which is making his memory fade. He must hide his dangerous job from his family while his mind betrays

crime

Crime Rates Plummeting Across America: What's Behind the Big Drop?

January 1, 2026

In a surprising turn of events, the United States is seeing a huge drop in homicides. Experts believe that by the end of 2025, the country will have seen the biggest one-year drop in homicides ever recorded. This news comes from early crime data collected from 550 police departments. The numbers su

politics

The FBI's Identity Crisis: How Diversity Efforts Split the Bureau

January 1, 2026

Nicole Parker, a former FBI agent, has shared her critical view on the impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the FBI. She believes these efforts have caused significant division and harm to the agency's core mission. Parker, who served for 12 years, witnessed a growing

politics

California's COVID Cash: Where Did It All Go?

January 1, 2026

California's handling of COVID funds has sparked serious concerns. A recent discussion highlighted how billions of dollars meant for relief might have ended up in the wrong hands. The issue goes beyond simple mismanagement; it's about organized crime benefiting from the chaos. Fraudulent activities

crime

Ashleigh Banfield's New Chapter: From Prime Time to True Crime Digital Ventures

January 1, 2026

Ashleigh Banfield, a seasoned journalist, is making a significant career shift. She will step down from hosting her prime time show on NewsNation and take on a new role focusing on true crime content for the network's digital platform. True crime content is still a big hit. Banfield's move comes at

environment

A New Era of Celebrations: Greece and Cyprus Go Quiet for New Year's

January 1, 2026

Greece and Cyprus are making a big change for New Year's Eve in 2026. Instead of loud fireworks, they are opting for quieter celebrations. This shift is all about making the festivities more enjoyable for everyone, especially kids and pets. Athens started this trend last year with "quiet" fireworks

finance

Good News for Homebuyers: Mortgage Rates Drop in Late 2025

January 1, 2026

Mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest point in 2025, giving homebuyers a bit of good news as the year comes to a close. The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is now at 6. 15%, down from 6. 18% the previous week. This is a significant drop from the start of the year, when rates were aro

environment

Protecting People and Planet: EPA Takes Action on Harmful Chemicals

January 1, 2026

The EPA has decided to control the use of five common chemicals called phthalates. These chemicals are used to make plastics flexible. The EPA says these chemicals can harm workers and the environment. EPA head Lee Zeldin said the agency used solid science to make this decision. He said the chemica

environment

Invasive Plants: The Hidden Impact on Tiny Forest Friends

January 1, 2026

Forests in eastern North America are facing a silent crisis. Invasive plants, like the Amur honeysuckle, are taking over. They're pushing out native plants, changing the forest floor. This change might seem small, but it has big effects. It's not just about the plants. It's about the tiny creatures

health

Uncovering Botulism: A Global Health Concern

January 1, 2026

Botulism is a serious illness that can be deadly. It comes from a toxin made by certain bacteria. This toxin can affect people, animals, and even the environment. It's not common, but when it happens, it can be very bad. There's no worldwide system to track botulism cases. But there is a way to get