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Dec 25 2025RELIGION

Plainville's Nativity Scene Debate: A Clash of Beliefs and Laws

Plainville has found itself in a heated discussion about a nativity scene that has been a part of the town's holiday tradition for over 25 years. This year, the scene was missing, and not everyone is happy about it. The Plainville Republicans took to Facebook to express their displeasure. They beli

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Dec 25 2025EDUCATION

A New Chapter for Jackson County Schools

A familiar face in Jackson County's education scene is getting ready to say goodbye. Kevin Oxley, the superintendent of the Jackson County Intermediate School District, has decided to retire after working in schools for a long time. He made the announcement in December, saying he plans to step down

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Dec 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Blizzard's Big Plans: More Games and Expansions Ahead

Blizzard Entertainment is gearing up for a busy future. Their president, Johanna Faries, has big plans. She wants to release new games and expand existing ones. This strategy will last for at least five years. Fans can expect one or two major releases every year. Blizzard has two big launches plann

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Dec 24 2025SCIENCE

Mice Strains and Their Surprising Vascular Secrets

Scientists have uncovered some fascinating differences in how blood vessels work in various types of lab mice. The C57BL/6 mice, which are super popular in research, come in two types: C57BL/6J and C57BL/6N. People often mix them up, but they're not exactly the same. First off, the C57BL/6N mice se

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

A Call for Respect in Encinitas City Council

Encinitas City Council is facing a tough time. There's a lot of anger and disrespect happening. It's not a new problem, but it's getting worse. Back in 2006, things were just as bad. A council member at the time, Teresa Arballo Barth, worked hard to change that. She made an effort to treat everyone

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Diplomatic Tensions: Iran and US at Odds Over Nuclear Deal

Iran and the US are still talking, but they are far apart on the nuclear deal. The US wants Iran to stop enriching uranium. Iran says it has the right to do so under the 2015 nuclear deal. The US pulled out of this deal in 2018. At a recent UN meeting, Iran's ambassador said his country is ready fo

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Job Shifts: What's in Store for 2026?

In 2025, the job market was a mixed bag. Early in the year, job cuts were few, but things took a turn in the last few months. Big companies started letting go of many workers, leading to some of the highest job losses seen in years. Looking ahead to 2026, opinions vary. Some think things might bala

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Nuclear Talks: US and Iran Clash at the UN

The United States and Iran recently had a heated discussion at the United Nations Security Council. The main topic was how to restart talks about Iran's nuclear program. The US said they are ready to talk directly with Iran, but only if Iran is willing to have serious discussions. The US also made i

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

New York's Big Apple Gets Bigger with PwC and MSG Team-Up

New York City just got a bit more exciting. PwC, a big name in business consulting, has teamed up with the MSG Family of Companies. This is not just any partnership. It is a multi-year deal that will change how fans experience sports and entertainment in the city. PwC will now be the official busin

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Dec 23 2025BUSINESS

Thunderbird and Blue Ant: A Big Business Move

Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. is making a significant move. They've sent out important documents to their shareholders. These documents are for a special meeting on January 12, 2026. At this meeting, shareholders will vote on a plan. This plan involves Blue Ant Media Corporation taking over T

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