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Dec 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A-List Chats: Who's Talking to Who in Variety's New Season

Variety's Actors on Actors series is back with its 23rd season, and it's packed with some serious star power. This time, the show is moving to CNN, giving viewers more ways to catch these exclusive interviews. The season kicks off with a bang on December 5, featuring Ariana Grande and Adam Sandler.

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Dec 04 2025EDUCATION

A Visit That's Stirring Up Trouble

A big event is happening at Cedar Drive Middle School in Colts Neck. Linda McMahon, the U. S. Secretary of Education, is dropping by. She's part of a nationwide tour called "History Rocks! " This tour is all about teaching kids the importance of the Declaration of Independence. It's the 250th annive

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Dec 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

A New Way to Move Goods: The Electric Truck Revolution

In Europe, moving goods around is a big job. Many small companies do this work. They use old diesel trucks. These trucks are not good for the environment. They also cost a lot to run. This is a problem. But now, there is a new idea. It is called Trucking-as-a-Service. This idea uses electric trucks.

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Dec 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Blues Legend and His Beloved Guitar: A Movie in the Making

A new movie about the life of B. B. King is on the way. It's called "Lucille, " after King's famous guitar. This film will show how King went from a poor life in Mississippi to becoming a world-famous blues star. It will also talk about his famous guitar, Lucille, and how it was a big part of his li

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Dec 04 2025WEATHER

Portage City Council Talks Snow and Cars

A recent snowstorm left its mark on Portage, causing more than just slippery roads. The city got 9 inches of snow, which meant a lot of work for the snowplows. They had to drive 2, 800 miles to clear the streets. One big problem was cars parked on the streets. The city has a rule: when 2 or more in

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Dec 04 2025CRIME

A Man's Fight for Freedom After 15 Years Behind Bars

In the quiet town of Hemingway, South Carolina, Michael Pearson is adjusting to life after spending 15 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit. The silence at night is a stark contrast to the noise of prison life, which he now finds himself missing. Pearson's journey has been anything but easy

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Dec 04 2025OPINION

Keeping Staten Island Safe: The Power of Open Police Radios

Trust is a big deal when it comes to keeping communities safe. It's not about liking or disliking the police. It's about making sure everyone is on the same page. That's why there's a push for Governor Kathy Hochul to sign the “Keep Police Radios Public Act” into law. This bill, backed by Senate Maj

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Dec 04 2025BUSINESS

Fanatics Expands Betting Platform Across 24 States

Fanatics, a major player in sports merchandise, is stepping into the online betting arena. The company is rolling out its new prediction platform in 24 states, including big names like Texas, California, and Florida. This isn't just about sports; users can also bet on finance and culture. The platfo

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Dec 03 2025FINANCE

New Savings Plan for Kids: What You Should Know

A new savings plan called "Trump Accounts" has been introduced. It aims to help families save for their children's future. The government will give $1, 000 to each child born between 2025 and 2028. Families can add up to $5, 000 each year. Employers can also contribute up to $2, 500. The money must

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Dec 03 2025FINANCE

Fanatics Takes a Swing at Prediction Markets with Crypto. com

Fanatics, a big name in sports merchandise, is stepping into the world of prediction markets. They've teamed up with Crypto. com to launch a new app that lets users bet on all sorts of things, not just sports. This move is part of a bigger trend where sportsbooks are trying to attract younger audien

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