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Test Your Jane Austen Knowledge: A Fun Challenge

December 16, 2025

Jane Austen's 250th birthday is a big deal. She's a literary giant, and her stories are still loved worldwide. But how much do you really know about her? Let's find out with a fun quiz! First, let's talk about her famous love declarations. In one of her novels, a character says, "You pierce my soul

business

Utah Athletics Gets a Big Boost from Private Investors

December 11, 2025

A big change is coming to college sports, and the University of Utah is at the center of it. The school is teaming up with Otro Capital, a private equity firm from New York. This deal could bring in up to $500 million, which is a lot of money for any sports program. The firm will own a small part of

health

Ohio's Vulture Mystery: Bird Flu on the Rise?

December 10, 2025

A puzzling situation unfolded in Ohio recently, involving a large number of dead vultures and a possible bird flu outbreak. Health officials confirmed that at least two of the 72 vulture carcasses found near a Catholic school tested positive for bird flu. This discovery came after the birds had been

sports

Major League Baseball's Winter Meetings: Teams Make Moves and Players Switch Teams

December 10, 2025

The MLB Winter Meetings are always a busy time for teams and players. This year, several big moves have already happened. The Orioles made a big offer to Kyle Schwarber, hoping to bring him to their team. They also showed interest in other players like Pete Alonso, Kyle Tucker, and Framber Valdez. T

crypto

Crypto's Biggest Movers and Shakers of 2025

December 9, 2025

In 2025, the crypto world saw some wild ups and downs. Bitcoin hit a new high of $126, 000, and Ethereum got two big upgrades. Solana even made its way to Wall Street. More people, both regular and big-time investors, got into crypto through things like exchange-traded funds. The U. S. became a majo

celebrities

Celebrities Turning a Year Older on December 8, 2025

December 9, 2025

December 8, 2025, marks the birthdays of several notable figures from the entertainment world. Among them are Kim Basinger, who will be celebrating her 72nd birthday. Did you know her name Kim is a nickname for Kimila? Also turning a year older is Dominic Monaghan, who will be 49. He might have been

crime

Guns, Gangs, and the U. S. Connection in Haiti's Crisis

November 30, 2025

Haiti is in deep trouble. Gangs are everywhere, and they're armed with powerful weapons. Most of these guns come from the U. S. That's right, the very guns meant for American citizens are ending up in the hands of Haitian gangs. And it's not just any guns—we're talking about serious military-grade f

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Celebrities Who Are Just Plain Nice People

November 29, 2025

People often think celebrities are different from us. But many stars are just regular folks who happen to be famous. Some even go out of their way to be kind. Here are some stories about celebs who were surprisingly nice. First, there's Weird Al Yankovic. He's known for his funny songs, but he's al

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Celebrities Who Cut Ties With Their Parents

November 29, 2025

Many famous people have had tough times with their families. Some have even stopped talking to their parents for good. This isn't always easy, but sometimes it's necessary. Ben Dreyfuss, son of actor Richard Dreyfuss, shared that he and his siblings are no longer in touch with their father. He said

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Celebs Who Paint: Art Beyond the Spotlight

November 28, 2025

Many celebrities are known for their work in movies, music, or fashion, but did you know that some of them are also talented artists? These stars have found a creative outlet beyond their main careers, using paint, clay, and other materials to express themselves. Adrien Brody, for example, was a pa