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Dec 05 2025WEATHER

Brace for a Chilly December: Polar Vortex Brings Triple Trouble

The central and eastern U. S. is in for a frosty December, thanks to a shifting polar vortex. This weather pattern is expected to bring three rounds of Arctic air, starting this week. The first wave is already hitting the Midwest, with temperatures dropping significantly. The cold snap will spread t

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

New Orleans Faces Immigration Enforcement Tensions

In a quiet neighborhood in Kenner, just outside New Orleans, a tense standoff unfolded. Two workers, perched on a rooftop, found themselves cornered by U. S. Border Patrol agents. The scene was tense, with neighbors and activists watching in disbelief as the agents moved in. This was the beginning o

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Dec 05 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Latin American Artists Shine at Art Basel Miami 2025

Latin American artists are making a big splash at Art Basel Miami 2025. They are using their art to share their culture in new and exciting ways. Renata Petersen, an artist from Mexico, is showing three different collections. One of them is made of tiles with religious symbols and messages. She got

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

Immigration Arrests: Who's Really Getting Caught?

In recent times, immigration enforcement has been ramped up in major cities. The goal? To catch immigrants with criminal records. But the results are surprising. More than half of those arrested in these high-profile operations had no criminal history at all. That's compared to about a third nationw

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Dec 05 2025CRIME

Arizona Murder Case: Prosecutors Aim for Maximum Penalty

In a shocking turn of events, Arizona prosecutors have announced their intention to pursue the death penalty for two individuals accused of a gruesome murder. The case involves the tragic death of Mercedes Vega, a 22-year-old exotic dancer, whose body was discovered in a horrific state on an Arizona

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

The Salisbury Poisoning: A Look at the Consequences

A recent investigation has pointed fingers at the highest levels of the Russian government for a nerve agent attack in the UK. The inquiry suggests that President Vladimir Putin likely gave the green light for the operation targeting a former Russian spy, Sergei Skripal, who had been living in the U

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

Texas' New Voting Map: A Win for Republicans, But What About Fairness?

The Supreme Court recently made a big decision about Texas' new voting map. They said Texas can use its new congressional districts for now. This map could help Republicans win more seats in the House. But a lower court had said some of these districts were unfair because they were drawn based on ra

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Dec 05 2025HEALTH

Hepatitis B Vaccine Debate: Science or Politics?

The CDC's vaccine advisory panel faced a chaotic meeting, delaying a vote on hepatitis B vaccines. The panel, recently reshuffled by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , is now filled with members who often question vaccines. The delay happened because of confusion over the voting language, push

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Dec 05 2025BUSINESS

Retailers Face Challenges: How Tariffs and Other Factors Are Changing Store Expansion Plans

Retailers are feeling the heat from tariffs and other economic pressures. The U. S. retail real estate market is still strong, with more stores opening than closing. But behind this stability, there's a growing sense of uncertainty. This uncertainty is making retailers think twice about expanding.

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Dec 05 2025WEATHER

Iowa's Chilly Wake-Up: Cities Break Century-Old Cold Records

Iowa experienced a deep freeze that made history. On the morning of December 4th, many places in the state saw temperatures drop to levels never seen before. This was all thanks to a polar vortex that brought a sudden blast of winter weather. The cold was so intense that it broke records set a long

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