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A New Leader for DC Police Amidst Challenges

December 19, 2025

Jeffery Carroll is stepping up as the new interim police chief in Washington, DC. He's been with the police force since 2002. The announcement came after the previous chief, Pamela Smith, decided to step down. Carroll is no stranger to big responsibilities. He's been in charge of day-to-day operati

lifestyle

Dressing for Success: How Your Workout Clothes Can Boost Your Mood

December 19, 2025

Ever thought about how your workout clothes might affect your exercise routine? Alo Yoga's latest color collection suggests that what you wear can influence your workout mood and performance. Dark shades like black, charcoal, and deep navy are great for focusing during strength training, pilates, o

environment

Soil's Surprise: How Wastewater Leftovers Move and Build Up in the Ground

December 19, 2025

Soil is not just dirt. It's a living, breathing thing. And it can be tricky. People often think that soil full of organic matter is like a sponge. It soaks up bad stuff from wastewater and keeps it there. But what if it doesn't work that way? Scientists wanted to test this idea. They made little gr

entertainment

A New Shark-Themed Hangout Coming to Atlantic City

December 19, 2025

In Atlantic City, something exciting is brewing. Ocean Casino Resort is planning to open a new spot called Ocean’s 18 Mini Golf & Bar in early 2026. This isn't just any mini-golf place. It's a high-tech, two-story venue with a cool twist. The venue will take up 8, 000 square feet on the casino floo

politics

Politicians and their twisted tales: A closer look at recent claims

December 19, 2025

Politicians often say things that sound serious but are not true. Let's look at some recent examples. Senator Raphael Warnock said Republicans voted to double health care premiums 13 times. That's not true. Republicans just didn't extend some subsidies that Democrats had set to expire. Most subsidi

politics

Caribbean Nations Brace for Economic Fallout from U. S. Travel Ban

December 19, 2025

The recent U. S. decision to expand travel restrictions to include Antigua and Barbuda, as well as Dominica, has sent shockwaves through the Caribbean. This move, effective January 1, targets countries with citizenship-by-investment programs and weak passport security, according to the White House. ...

weather

When the Wind Howls: A Look at the Recent Weather Chaos in the U. S.

December 19, 2025

A recent weather system has caused serious problems across the U. S. A man lost his life, and two kids were badly hurt in Idaho due to extreme winds and freezing temperatures. The man died when a tree fell on his house, while the children were injured when trees and power lines came down in Twin Fal

crypto

Trump's Crypto Moves: A Mixed Bag of Policy and Personal Gain

December 19, 2025

Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, has been vocal about his concerns regarding former President Donald Trump's approach to cryptocurrency. He believes that Trump's personal ventures in the crypto space have not only been frustrating but have also turned crypto into a partisan issue. Hoskins

politics

Late-Night TV Hosts: Trump's Speech and White House Drama

December 18, 2025

Late-night television hosts had a lot to say about Donald Trump's unexpected prime-time address. Jimmy Kimmel kicked off his show by joking that it was like a surprise episode of a show called "The Worst Wing. " He pointed out that Trump's speech interrupted popular shows like "Survivor" and "The Fl

sports

MLB's Slow and Steady Free Agency: What's Happening and Why

December 18, 2025

Free agency in Major League Baseball is moving at a different pace this year. Last year, teams spent around $2. 1 billion on free agents by this time, but this year, that number is only $1. 4 billion. However, this doesn't mean the market is slow. In fact, it's moving quickly in some areas and more