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Dec 26 2025OPINION

Holiday Cheer: How Small Acts of Kindness Can Change Lives

The holiday season is a time for togetherness, but not everyone has a support system to lean on. Foster Success, an organization dedicated to helping young adults who have experienced foster care, is working to change that. Their FriendsGiving campaign aims to create a sense of community and belongi

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Dec 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Growing Smart: How Charleston Can Balance Development and Environment

Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties are booming. New families and businesses are moving in, drawn by jobs and the Lowcountry's beauty. But growth brings challenges, especially protecting the area's water and marshes. Some people blame septic systems for water quality problems. They say th

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Dec 26 2025CRIME

A Cunning Scheme: How Two Migrants Exploited a Dating App for Crime

Two individuals from Afghanistan found a twisted way to commit crimes. They used Grindr, a dating app for the LGBT community, to trick people. Rahmat Khan Mohammadi, 23, and Mohammed Bilal Hotak, 27, were recently sentenced for their actions. They stole items worth £68, 000 over six months. Their p

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Dec 26 2025SCIENCE

Unveiling the Cosmos: SPHEREx's Colorful Sky Map

In 2025, NASA's SPHEREx telescope took off on a SpaceX rocket from California. By May, it was already busy collecting data. This telescope is special because it captures images in infrared light, which is invisible to us. It's like seeing the universe in a whole new light! SPHEREx stands for a mout

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Jimmy Kimmel's Bold Words on U. S. Politics: A Christmas Message from Across the Pond

Jimmy Kimmel, a well-known talk show host, recently shared his thoughts on U. S. politics with British viewers. He did this through a special message aired on Channel 4 during Christmas. Kimmel didn't hold back. He spoke about the current U. S. president, Donald Trump, and his actions in office. Ki

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Dec 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Heartfelt Goodbye to a Beloved Friend

A well-known filmmaker recently shared his deep sorrow over the loss of his close friends, Rob and Michele Reiner. The couple, aged 78 and 70, were tragically found dead in their Brentwood home on December 14th, with their 32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, now facing two murder charges. The filmmaker f

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Dec 26 2025CRIME

The Theranos Trial: A Legal Journey Through the Blood Testing Scandal

A recent decision by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has brought the Theranos scandal back into the spotlight. The court rejected Ramesh "Sunny" Balwani's request for a rehearing, upholding his conviction and 13-year prison sentence. This decision came after a thorough review of the evidence, inc

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Algeria Takes a Stand Against Its Colonial Past

Algeria's lawmakers have taken a bold step. They voted to label France's colonization as a crime. This move aims to right past wrongs. It seeks restitution for items taken during France's 130-year rule. France, however, sees this law as a threat. They call it a "hostile act. " Despite this, both co

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

A Judge Steps In: Protecting a Digital Safety Advocate

In a surprising turn of events, a U. S. judge has put a temporary halt to the Trump administration's plan to detain Imran Ahmed, a British activist fighting against online misinformation. Ahmed, who lives in New York, is the CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate. The U. S. government accused

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Dec 26 2025WEATHER

Texas Braces for Sudden Chill and Possible Snowflakes

Texas is in for a weather rollercoaster. After a warm Christmas weekend, a cold front is set to sweep through the state late Sunday, bringing a chance of snow in some areas. This shift is unusual, as Texas rarely sees snow due to its generally warm climate and location south of the jet stream. The

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