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Dec 03 2025SPORTS

High School Stars Make Big Choices on College Football's Signing Day

College football's early signing period began on a Wednesday, marking a big day for high school seniors. These young athletes are making life-changing decisions about where to continue their education and sports careers. The excitement started early when Vanderbilt made a huge move. They convinced

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Minnesota's Somali Community: Facts and Fictions

Minnesota is home to the largest Somali community in the U. S. Over 84, 000 people of Somali descent live in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area alone. Many fled war and found safety in Minnesota's welcoming environment. Most are U. S. citizens, with 87% of foreign-born Somalis having gained citizenship.

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Dec 03 2025SPORTS

Coach Vrabel's Message: Stay Safe or Get Hit

Coach Mike Vrabel of the New England Patriots has a clear message for his team: stay within the rules, but don't expect any favors. He recently praised a hard hit by linebacker Christian Elliss on Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart during a Monday night game. This hit was legal and right on the sideline

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

A Surprising Pardon: Trump Frees Democratic Congressman

In a move that has raised eyebrows, President Donald Trump has decided to pardon Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda. The couple had been accused of taking around $600, 000 in bribes, with the money allegedly coming from an Azerbaijani oil company and a Mexican bank. Trump anno

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

A High-Ranking Official's Risky Move: What Went Wrong?

A high-ranking U. S. official made a risky move that has raised serious concerns about how sensitive military information is handled. The official in question is Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense. In March, he used the messaging app Signal to share detailed attack plans against Houthi rebels in

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

New Rules for Immigrants from Certain Countries

Recent changes have been made to immigration policies. The U. S. government has decided to put a hold on many immigration processes for people from 19 specific countries. These countries are seen as high-risk. The decision includes a wide range of processes, like green card applications and naturali

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

South Korea's Democracy: A Year After the Crisis

A year has passed since South Korea faced a dramatic test of its democratic values. The nation's president at the time, Yoon Suk Yeol, attempted to impose martial law, claiming the opposition was practicing a "legislative dictatorship. " This move sparked widespread public outrage, with thousands of

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Newborn Vaccine Debate: Should Hepatitis B Shots Wait?

A group of health experts is debating whether newborns should still receive the hepatitis B vaccine right after birth. This vaccine is special because it's the first one designed to prevent cancer. Currently, health guidelines suggest that all babies get this shot within their first day of life. How

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Dec 03 2025SPORTS

Alabama's Big Move: Why the Crimson Tide Climbed Past Notre Dame

Alabama's recent performance caught the eye of the playoff committee, pushing them ahead of Notre Dame in the rankings. This shift gives Alabama a bit of breathing room before their big showdown with Georgia in the SEC Championship Game. The committee chair, Hunter Yurachek, shared some insights on

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Health Crisis You Probably Don't Know About

A significant health issue is affecting a large portion of the American population, yet many people are unaware of it. This condition, known as cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome (CKM), is a silent contributor to severe health problems like heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure, and diabetes.

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