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A Clash for the Top Spot in the NFC

December 18, 2025

The final Thursday night game of the season is here. But this isn't just any game. It's a showdown between the Rams and Seahawks, both sitting pretty at 11-3. The winner of this matchup won't just take the NFC West title; they'll also have a strong say in who gets the No. 1 seed in the conference.

politics

Mauritania's Migration Challenge: Dreams on Hold

December 18, 2025

Moktar Diallo's journey from Mali to Mauritania was supposed to be a stepping stone to Europe. Instead, he finds himself stuck in Nouakchott, working long hours making bricks and dodging police patrols. The dream of reaching Spain's Canary Islands by boat has become increasingly difficult due to a c

health

Staten Island Hospital Gets Big Tech Boost from New York State

December 18, 2025

New York State has just given a major tech upgrade to one of Staten Island's hospitals. Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC) is getting $54 million to improve its technology and cybersecurity. This is part of a bigger plan where 22 hospitals across New York are sharing $300 million to modernize

crime

Lincoln's New Move to Fight Crypto Scams

December 18, 2025

In Lincoln, a new rule is being put in place to help people avoid falling for crypto scams. By December 24, businesses with crypto ATMs must put up a warning sticker. This sticker is a big red flag for anyone who might be tricked into putting money into these machines. The warning is clear: if some

science

Bees Built Nests in Bones: A Surprising Ancient Behavior

December 18, 2025

Bees are usually known for their big hives in trees, but most of them are actually loners. They build their nests in the ground or inside old logs. However, scientists recently found something strange. They discovered tiny ancient bee nests inside a limestone cave on the island of Hispaniola. These

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

crime

A Shocking Loss in Brookline: MIT Professor's Life Cut Short

December 18, 2025

In a quiet Boston suburb, a sudden tragedy struck when a respected MIT professor lost his life. Nuno Loureiro, a 47-year-old leader in plasma science, was found shot in his Brookline apartment on Monday night. He passed away the next morning at the hospital. The community is left in shock, and the i

environment

Little Turtles Find a Warm Welcome in Jersey City

December 18, 2025

Five tiny diamondback terrapin turtles got a lucky break recently. They were found late in the year on Long Beach Island. Normally, these little guys should have already found a cozy spot to hibernate for the winter. But thanks to Project Terrapin, they now have a temporary home at the Liberty Scien

health

Flu Hits NYC Hard and Early: What’s Going On?

December 18, 2025

New York City is facing a tough flu season, and it’s hitting hard and early. The city is seeing a lot more flu cases than usual for this time of year. The CDC reports that NYC and nearby areas like Long Island and northern New Jersey are some of the worst-hit places in the country. Health officials

sports

Makai Lemon: From USC Star to NFL Hopeful

December 18, 2025

Makai Lemon, a standout wide receiver from USC, has decided to enter the 2026 NFL Draft. This move comes after an impressive junior season, where he showcased his skills and earned the Biletnikoff Award, given to the nation's top wide receiver. Lemon's performance this season was remarkable, with 79