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From Cairo to Hollywood: Amir El-Masry's Journey in Film

December 12, 2025

Amir El-Masry, an actor with roots in both Egypt and Britain, recently won a big award at the Red Sea Film Festival. This award celebrates his work in both Middle Eastern and Western movies. He stars in a movie called \"Giant\" which was shown at the festival. In this film, he plays a boxer named Na

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A Comeback Victory for The Citadel

December 12, 2025

The Citadel basketball team faced a tough challenge against Southern Wesleyan. They started slow, missing their first six shots and falling behind 7-0. But they didn't give up. Dante Kearse, a bench player, stepped up big time. He scored 15 points, including five 3-pointers. His performance sparked

crime

A Former Police Chief's Downfall: The Corruption Case That Shook Summit

December 12, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, a former police chief from Summit, a suburb southwest of Chicago, has been found guilty of serious crimes. The trial, which lasted seven days, revealed a web of corruption that included bribery, conspiracy, and obstruction of justice. The verdict was delivered in a fede

technology

Intel's Test with Chinese-Linked Chip Tools Raises Concerns

December 12, 2025

Intel has been experimenting with chipmaking tools from ACM Research, a company with strong ties to China and some units under U. S. sanctions. These tools, known as wet etch tools, are being considered for Intel's cutting-edge 14A chipmaking process, set to launch in 2027. ACM Research, based in C

sports

Michigan's Bold Move: What It Means to Fire a Coach For Cause

December 12, 2025

Michigan University has made a significant decision. They fired their head coach, Sherrone Moore, "for cause. " This means they believe he broke a serious rule. The rule in question is about relationships between staff members. Specifically, it's about supervisors not being able to have certain kind

education

Young Scientists Chase Glory in Fairfax County's Science Olympiad

December 12, 2025

Longfellow Middle School in Fairfax County is known for its science prowess. The school's Science Olympiad team is a big deal. They've won the state title 13 times in a row. Now, they're aiming for a 14th victory. This is no small feat. The team is made up of 30 dedicated students. They train hard

environment

Ghana Takes a Stand: Protecting Forests from Mining

December 12, 2025

Ghana has made a big decision to stop mining in its forest reserves. This move is all about protecting the environment, especially water sources and forests. The country is known for its gold, but small-scale mining has been causing a lot of problems. It's destroying cocoa farms, damaging forests an

health

A Glimmer of Hope: Suicide Rates Take a Small Step Down

December 12, 2025

In 2024, the U. S. saw a slight decrease in suicide rates, a small but significant shift after years of climbing numbers. The CDC reports that around 48, 800 people died by suicide, which is about 500 fewer than the previous year. This means the rate dropped to 13. 7 deaths per 100, 000 people, down

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A Local Leader Cleared of Serious Claims

December 12, 2025

In West Springfield, a town official faced serious accusations from a neighbor. The neighbor claimed the official was involved in various incidents, including damage to a car and harassment. A judge recently dismissed these claims. The judge found no proof that the official, Carly Camossi-LaPalme,

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Winter's First Dance: Snow on the Horizon for Major Cities

December 12, 2025

Winter is showing its first signs in the northeastern United States. Two quick-moving storms, known as clippers, are set to bring snow to a large area. These storms will travel from the northern Plains through the Ohio Valley and then move off the mid-Atlantic coast. While some people might be excit