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U. S. Politicians Push Pentagon to Blacklist More Chinese Tech Companies

December 20, 2025

A group of nine U. S. politicians recently sent a letter to the Pentagon. They want the defense department to add more Chinese tech companies to a special list. This list includes companies that the U. S. believes help China's military. The politicians want to add companies like DeepSeek, Xiaomi, a

technology

Nvidia's Journey: From Struggle to Dominance in the AI Boom

December 19, 2025

Nvidia's success story is a mix of persistence, innovation, and a bit of luck. The company's GPU chips have become the backbone of the AI revolution, much like oil wells fueling an industrial boom. The employees, including CEO Jensen Huang, are deeply committed to the technology, seeing it as a once

religion

Reviving the Heart of Military Chaplaincy: A Shift Back to Faith

December 19, 2025

The U. S. military chaplaincy is undergoing a significant transformation. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has taken steps to reverse what he sees as a decline in the spiritual support provided to service members. This shift is seen as a response to policies from previous administrations that allegedly

crime

A Deadly Mistake: How Air Traffic Control and Army Pilots Failed in the Sky

December 18, 2025

A tragic accident happened near Washington, D. C. last January. A helicopter and a plane crashed into each other. This crash killed 67 people. It was the worst plane crash in the U. S. in over 20 years. The U. S. government said that an air traffic controller and Army helicopter pilots made mistake

politics

Rochester City Council Faces Mayor's Veto Challenge

December 18, 2025

Rochester's City Council is gearing up for a crucial meeting to tackle Mayor Kim Norton's recent vetoes. The mayor has blocked three council decisions, and now the council needs to muster a majority to override these vetoes. Two of these vetoes are tied to the planned Regional Sports Complex. The f

crime

A Deadly Crash: U. S. Takes Responsibility

December 18, 2025

In a significant legal move, the U. S. government has accepted blame for a fatal mid-air crash. The incident involved an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines plane over the Potomac River. This collision resulted in the deaths of all 67 people on board both aircraft. The Justice Depar

politics

Congress Pushes for Transparency in Venezuela Strikes

December 18, 2025

The Senate recently approved a massive defense spending bill, totaling $901 billion. This bill not only boosts military budgets but also puts pressure on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to share video footage of strikes on alleged drug boats near Venezuela. The bill, which includes a 3. 8% pay raise

sports

Oklahoma's Turnaround: A Billionaire's Bet Pays Off

December 18, 2025

Brent Venables stepped into his role at Oklahoma with a lot on his plate. He had a strong background in defense, but taking over as head coach was new for him. Tim Headington, a big-time donor, believed in him from the start. Now, with the team making it to the college playoffs after five years, Hea

crime

ISIS: Still a Threat or Just a Shadow?

December 17, 2025

ISIS, once a powerful force controlling large parts of Iraq and Syria, is now a shadow of its former self. But recent events suggest the group still has influence, even if it's not as strong as before. Experts say ISIS is not as organized as it used to be. The group's leadership is scattered, and i

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Local Generosity Gets a Boost: Morgan Wallen Foundation Steps Up for Red Kettle Donations

December 17, 2025

On December 20th, the Morgan Wallen Foundation is stepping up to double the impact of Red Kettle donations in Knoxville and Oak Ridge. This means every dollar given on that day will be matched, up to $10, 000, and all of it will stay right in the local community. The foundation, started by the Knox