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Dec 25 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Are Going Minimalist with Their Christmas Trees

This year, a new trend has taken over the holiday season: the "naked" Christmas tree. It's not what you might think. This trend isn't about trees without clothes. Instead, it's about trees without the usual decorations. Celebrities like Khloé Kardashian, Victoria Beckham, and Julianne Moore have emb

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Dec 25 2025CRIME

Bondi's Christmas: A Quiet Reflection After Tragedy

Bondi Beach, usually buzzing with holiday cheer, wore a somber mood this Christmas. The recent mass shooting that took 15 lives cast a shadow over the festive season. Police presence was heavy, a reminder of the tragedy that struck just over a week ago. Hundreds gathered, some donning Santa hats, b

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Dec 25 2025WEATHER

Christmas Weather: A Mild and Moist Celebration in the DMV

The DMV area is in for a wet and mild Christmas Day. Morning showers are expected, especially south of Washington, D. C. But don't let that dampen your spirits! The rain should ease up as the day goes on. However, some areas, like the Alleghenies, might still see a bit of rain due to upslope winds.

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Dec 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Spice Up Audio Erotica: A New Trend in Storytelling

Audio storytelling has always been popular, but now it's getting a steamy twist. Big names in Hollywood are lending their voices to erotic audio stories. Stars like Christopher Briney, Jamie Campbell Bower, and Manny Jacinto are among those who have jumped on board. Quinn, an app and website, is le

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Dec 25 2025OPINION

Holiday Cheer vs. Political Fears: Finding Balance

In the rush of holiday preparations, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. The author found themselves caught up in the whirlwind of political debates, pushing aside the joy of the season. With presents still unwrapped and decorations untouched, they realized that the political noise had dr

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Dec 25 2025POLITICS

Redrawing the Lines: Politics and Power in 2025

In 2025, the political landscape saw a significant shift due to the efforts of former President Donald Trump. He urged Republican-led states to redraw congressional maps, aiming to secure more seats for his party in the House of Representatives. This move intensified the practice of partisan gerryma

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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 2025RELIGION

Christmas Gifts for Strangers: How Americans are Making a Difference

This holiday season, Americans are finding a new way to spread cheer. Instead of just buying gifts for family and friends, they're using special vending machines to help people they'll never meet. These machines, called Giving Machines, let people pick items like food, livestock, and school supplies

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Dec 25 2025RELIGION

Christmas Message: Pope Leo's Call to Welcome the Needy

Pope Leo, the first pope from the United States, delivered a powerful message during a Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter's Basilica. He emphasized that rejecting the poor and strangers is like turning away from God. This idea was central to his sermon, which drew parallels between the birth of Jesus i

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Dec 25 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Holiday Slump: A Look at Past Dips and Potential Surges

Bitcoin's value has dropped by about 7% since last Christmas. This might seem like bad news, but looking back, similar drops have often been followed by big gains. Over the past 12 years, there have been three times when Bitcoin's value was lower on Christmas Eve than the year before: in 2014, 2018,

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