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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Washington's Rivers Run Wild: A Crisis Unfolds

Washington state is in the grip of a severe flood crisis. Heavy rain has caused rivers to burst their banks, swallowing homes and roads. The Skagit River, near Seattle, is one of the worst hit areas. Tens of thousands of people have been told to leave their homes. The governor has declared a state o

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Pacific Northwest Faces Severe Flooding and Evacuations

The Pacific Northwest is dealing with a serious situation. Heavy rain has been pouring down for days. This is because of a weather event called an atmospheric river. It brings a lot of moisture from the ocean to the land. Western Washington has been hit the hardest. Many areas are under flood watch

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

A Thrilling Comeback: Falcons Defy Odds Against Buccaneers

The Atlanta Falcons pulled off an incredible comeback against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. With just 10 minutes left, they were down by two touchdowns. But they didn't give up. They fought back and won 29-28. Kirk Cousins, the Falcons' quarterback, led the charge. He made a clutch pass on a fourth-and-

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Dec 12 2025EDUCATION

Bullying by the Group: What Makes It Different?

Bullying is a big problem. It affects many kids in school. About 1 in 5 kids face it. But here's something interesting. About 3 in 10 of these kids are bullied by more than one person. This is called multiple perpetrator bullying, or MPB for short. People think that bullying by a group is worse. Bu

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Republicans Clash Over Health Care Subsidies

House Speaker Mike Johnson is preparing to unveil a health care package next week, but not everyone in his party is on board. A group of Republicans, mostly from swing districts, are pushing for a vote on extending the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies before they expire at the end of the month. T

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

Tee Higgins' Injury Concerns Mount

Tee Higgins, a key player for the team, is facing another health hurdle. He was notably absent from Friday's practice session. This absence raises eyebrows, especially since he's been dealing with concussion issues lately. Just a few weeks ago, Higgins was sidelined due to a concussion. He did retu

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Dec 12 2025CELEBRITIES

Is Timothée Chalamet Secretly a Rapper?

The internet is buzzing with a wild idea: Timothée Chalamet might be the mysterious rapper EsDeeKid. This rapper, who keeps his identity hidden behind a balaclava, has been making waves with his debut album "Rebel" and over 11. 5 million monthly listeners on Spotify. During a recent radio interview

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Dec 12 2025CRIME

Alabama's Death Penalty: Politics Over Principle

Alabama's approach to the death penalty has become more about political posturing than upholding justice. This is evident in the state's recent actions and the case of Joseph Clifton Smith, who is set to be executed despite clear evidence of intellectual disabilities. The state's use of nitrogen hy

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

Pandemics Through Time: What We Keep Getting Wrong

Pandemics have always been a part of human history. From the Black Death to COVID-19, these outbreaks have shaped societies in many ways. They have caused huge numbers of illnesses and deaths. They have also changed how people live, work, and interact. One thing that stands out is how people react

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Dec 12 2025EDUCATION

Weather Wisdom for Kids: Al Roker's Fun Climate Change Lesson

Al Roker has a new show called "Weather Hunters. " It's not just any kids' show. It's a mix of weather, family, and fun. Roker plays a character named Al Hunter, a TV weather guy. He's bald, and the show's creators joke that it wasn't on purpose. The show has a teacher named Sara Sweetman helping o

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