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Dec 25 2025BUSINESS

Leather Goods: The Hidden Costs of Trade Wars

The leather industry is in a tough spot. Tariffs have made everything more expensive. Companies like Twisted X, known for their boots, had to scramble when import costs shot up. They even set up a "tariff war room" to handle the chaos. Prices for leather goods are expected to stay high for a while.

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Dec 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Huron Blackheart: The Scarred Leader of the Red Corsairs

Huron Blackheart, a Space Marine with a terrifying past, has emerged from the chaos of the Maelstrom. His body bears the scars of a brutal melta blast, leaving half of his face mutilated and his power armor in ruins. Despite these injuries, he has gained a fearsome new weapon, the Tyrant’s Claw, whi

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Dec 25 2025RELIGION

A Call for Kindness: Pope Leo XIV's Christmas Message

Pope Leo XIV, the first U. S. pope, made his debut Christmas speech to a crowd of 26, 000 people. He stood on the loggia above St. Peter's Square, delivering the traditional "Urbi et Orbi" address. This speech is a summary of the world's struggles. The pope emphasized the importance of empathy and

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Dec 25 2025POLITICS

North Korea's Big Move: A New Submarine in the Works

North Korea is making strides in building a nuclear-powered submarine, as shown in recent state media photos. The submarine, described as an 8, 700-ton-class vessel, is a significant part of North Korea's plan to modernize its navy. Leader Kim Jong Un has called this submarine a crucial step in stre

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Dec 25 2025SPORTS

Bears Fever: How the Team's Success is Fueling Merchandise Sales

The Chicago Bears' recent success on the field is having a big impact off the field. Stores selling sports collectibles are seeing a huge surge in sales of Bears merchandise. This includes player cards, autographed jerseys, and other items. At Elite Sports Cards and Comics, the stock of Bears-relat

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Dec 25 2025OPINION

Standing with Immigrants: A Call for Compassion

In Southern California, immigrants face a harsh reality. They are not criminals, but hardworking individuals striving for a better life. The current immigration policies have caused immense fear and suffering. Families are being torn apart, and people are being taken from schools and even naturaliza

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Dec 25 2025BUSINESS

Chinatown's Hidden Gem: A Strong Brew of Tradition and Resilience

In the heart of Chinatown, a small café named Hien: From Vietnam is making waves with its bold Vietnamese coffee. The name Hien means gentleness and integrity, values that owner Christmas Le brings to every cup. Le, who moved from Saigon to the U. S. in her late 20s, noticed a gap in the market. Mos

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Dec 25 2025OPINION

Building a Fairer Australia for a Peaceful Christmas

Christmas is around the corner. People are thinking about peace. But peace is not just a wish. It needs work. The world is not fair. Some have more. Others have less. This makes people unhappy. It can lead to anger and division. Money is moving up. The rich get richer. The poor stay poor. Basic ser

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Dec 25 2025OPINION

Love and Politics: Can They Coexist?

In a long-term relationship, love and shared values often go hand in hand. But what happens when politics drive a wedge between two people who care about each other? This is the dilemma facing one person in Washington. They love their partner but feel increasingly uncomfortable with their political

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Dec 25 2025RELIGION

Christmas Gifts for Strangers: How Americans are Making a Difference

This holiday season, Americans are finding a new way to spread cheer. Instead of just buying gifts for family and friends, they're using special vending machines to help people they'll never meet. These machines, called Giving Machines, let people pick items like food, livestock, and school supplies

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