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Dec 20 2025CRIME

Who Was Jeffrey Epstein Really Close To?

The Justice Department has just dropped a big batch of files tied to Jeffrey Epstein, the wealthy financier with a dark past. This is the first time so many photos and documents from his life have been made public all at once. The files include around 3, 900 items, most of which are photos. These ph

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Dec 19 2025HEALTH

Why is the US Funding a Questionable Hepatitis B Vaccine Study in Africa?

The US government is planning to spend $1. 6 million on a study in Guinea-Bissau, a country in West Africa where nearly one in five adults has hepatitis B. The study will look at whether giving the hepatitis B vaccine to newborns is safe and effective. But many researchers are calling this study une

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Dec 19 2025POLITICS

Uncovering Epstein's Estate: A Push for Transparency

House Democrats took a step towards openness by sharing more images from Jeffrey Epstein's property. They want everyone to see what's going on. The House Oversight Committee posted these photos on X. They said they will keep sharing stuff. They also want the Department of Justice to do the same. Th

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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

Lancaster County Bridge: Your Chance to Speak Up!

A bridge in Lancaster County is getting a makeover, and officials want to hear what you think. The bridge on Quarry Road/Bushong Road, which crosses the Conestoga River, is set for repairs in 2027. This bridge, built back in 1952, is 285 feet long and 24 feet wide. The plan is to keep the old steel

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Dec 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Nepal's Bold Leap into Sci-Fi Cinema

Nepal is making waves in the film industry with its first-ever science fiction movie, "Eklo I. " This isn't just any film; it's a big deal for Nepal's movie scene. The movie is set to hit theaters in Nepal on January 1st and will also be shown in the U. S. and U. K. a few days later. It's a huge ste

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Unexpected Ease in Price Hikes Last Month

Last month, the rate at which prices went up slowed down. This was a surprise. The numbers came out after a break in official reports. The latest figures show a 2. 7% increase in prices over the past year. This is less than what was seen in September. The numbers come from the Labor Department. They

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Dec 18 2025CRIME

Unveiling More Epstein Files: What's Really Going On?

House Democrats have shared another set of photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate. These photos were given to Congress but lack context or details. The latest batch includes about 70 images. Some show famous men with Epstein, like Bill Gates and Noam Chomsky. Others show women's passports with all per

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Why LifeWise Academy is causing a stir in Everett Schools

LifeWise Academy is making waves in Everett Public Schools, and not everyone is happy about it. The group claims they're just trying to help, but critics say they're pushing religion into public schools, which is a big no-no. The founder of LifeWise, Joel Penton, has written a book called "During S

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

A Change at the Top: Bongino's Exit from the FBI

Dan Bongino, the FBI's deputy director, has decided to leave his post in January. He shared this news on X, thanking President Trump, Attorney General Bondi, and FBI Director Patel for the chance to serve. Bongino, a former podcaster and law enforcement officer, had been in the role since February.

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Dec 17 2025HEALTH

CDC Updates Childhood Vaccine Guidelines, Sparks Debate

The CDC has recently made a significant update to the childhood vaccination schedule. They decided to stop recommending that all newborns get the hepatitis B vaccine right after birth. This change comes after a federal advisory panel suggested it. Why did they make this change? Well, they looked at

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