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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Cool on Extending Healthcare Subsidies

House Speaker Mike Johnson recently shared some news with the White House. Most Republicans in the House aren't too keen on extending the extra help people get for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. This chat happened over the phone with top White House staff. At the same time, Preside

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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

Senator's Call to Disobey Orders Sparks Heated Debate

Senator Mark Kelly recently made waves by urging military personnel to disobey what he called "illegal orders. " This statement has stirred up quite a bit of controversy, especially with the Pentagon and former President Donald Trump. Kelly, a former Navy officer and astronaut, defended his remarks,

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Nov 25 2025BUSINESS

AMC's Big Moves: Popcorn Pass and Record-Breaking Weekends

AMC Entertainment is making waves with new perks and smashing records. They just launched the AMC Popcorn Pass, a yearly deal for AMC Stubs members. For just $29. 99, members get 50% off popcorn. This pass goes live on December 1st. But that's not all. AMC, the biggest movie theater chain in the U.

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

The Balancing Act of Solo Entrepreneurs: A Closer Look at Their Struggles

The life of a solo entrepreneur is often romanticized, but the reality is far from glamorous. These individuals juggle multiple roles, and this constant balancing act can take a toll on their well-being. A recent survey shed light on the unique challenges faced by solo entrepreneurs, particularly in

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Nov 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Sacramento's Old Comic Book Ban: Time for a Change?

In Sacramento, a law from 1949 is still on the books. It stops kids from buying certain comic books. The law is not used much anymore. But some people want to get rid of it for good. Lecho Lopez runs a comic shop in Sacramento. He remembers his nephew reading his first word from a comic book. It wa

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Nov 24 2025EDUCATION

DeKalb's Leadership Program Marks Four Decades of Shaping Future Leaders

DeKalb County has a program called Leadership DeKalb. It has been around for 40 years. Every year, it picks 60 people from different jobs. These jobs include business, teaching, government, and more. The goal is to help them become better leaders. The latest group is called the Class of 2026. Some

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Nov 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Wicked: For Good Takes the Crown

Wicked: For Good has made a huge splash at the box office. It opened with a massive $150 million in the U. S. and $226 million worldwide. This beat the original Wicked's numbers by a lot. The first Wicked movie made $112. 5 million in the U. S. and $164 million globally. So, Wicked: For Good is now

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Nov 24 2025SPORTS

T. J. Watt Makes History Against the Bears

T. J. Watt, a star player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, made a big move during a recent game against the Chicago Bears. He achieved something special: he got more sacks in his career than his older brother, J. J. Watt. This happened when T. J. tackled the Bears' quarterback, Caleb Williams, and cause

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Nov 24 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mysteries of Space: A Weekly Puzzle Challenge

Space enthusiasts have a new way to test their knowledge every week. A special crossword puzzle is crafted using the latest stories from the cosmos. This isn't just any puzzle; it's a brain teaser that covers everything from rocket launches to stunning images from the James Webb Space Telescope. Th

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

Why Ukraine's Future Matters to Europe

Europe's top leader, Ursula von der Leyen, recently made a strong statement about Ukraine. She believes that Ukraine's borders should stay the same and that Ukraine should have a strong army to protect itself. She also thinks that Europe should play a big role in any peace deal for Ukraine. This co

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