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Jan 15 2026SPORTS

A Coach Speaks Out: The Debate on Transgender Athletes in Women's Sports

Bruce Pearl, a well-known basketball coach, recently shared his thoughts on a hot topic: transgender women playing in women's sports. He made these comments while talking to lawmakers about a new bill that could change sports rules across the country. Pearl mentioned Pat Summitt, a legendary women'

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Jan 15 2026CRIME

Tightening Security at Reggie Lewis Center After Gun Scare

The Reggie Lewis Center is taking steps to beef up security after a tense situation at a recent track meet. On January 8th, during the Tri-Valley League track event, a group of Dedham High School athletes had a heated argument with three people not connected to the event. One of these individuals al

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Jan 15 2026POLITICS

Iran's Artists and Stars Stand Up for Change

Iran's government is facing a lot of heat from its own people and those living abroad. Many famous Iranians, like singers, actors, and filmmakers, are speaking out against the regime. They are using their platforms to raise awareness about the protests and the government's harsh response. One of th

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Jan 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Golden Globes Viewers Keep Dropping: Why?

The Golden Globes Awards keep losing fans. This year, only 8. 66 million people watched. That is a 7% drop from last year. Last year, 9. 27 million people tuned in. That was also a drop from the previous year. In 2024, 9. 47 million people watched. The trend is clear. Viewers are losing interest. T

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Jan 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

California's New Science Advisor Takes on Environmental Challenges

California is stepping up its game in tackling environmental issues. A new role has been created to make sure science plays a big part in decision-making. Dr. Andrew D. Jones has been appointed as the first Science Advisor to the California Natural Resources Secretary. This is all part of a new prog

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Jan 15 2026POLITICS

Making Kingston a Place for Everyone

Kingston has been making strides in becoming more accessible. But there is still a long way to go. A city councillor, who has a child with a disability, understands these challenges firsthand. They know what it's like to face barriers that many people don't even notice. When this councillor joined

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Jan 15 2026POLITICS

Trump's Doubts on Pahlavi's Iran Leadership

In a recent Oval Office chat, President Trump shared his thoughts on various global issues. He mentioned Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last shah, saying he seems like a nice guy but isn't sure if Iranians would support him as a leader. Trump has been vocal about backing Iranian protesters but held

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Jan 15 2026POLITICS

America's Slipping Quality of Life: A Wake-Up Call

The United States often prides itself on being a global leader, especially in military strength. However, when it comes to the well-being of its citizens, the country has a lot of catching up to do. A recent study using the Social Progress Index shows that the U. S. ranks 32nd out of 171 countries i

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Jan 15 2026CELEBRITIES

Chiara Ferragni Cleared of Charity Fraud Charges

Chiara Ferragni, a well-known Italian fashion influencer, has been cleared of all charges related to a charity fraud case. The trial, which took place in a Milan court, was conducted behind closed doors and concluded with the judge dismissing all accusations. Prosecutors had sought a sentence of one

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Jan 15 2026SPORTS

Seattle's Key Players: Will They Stay or Go?

The Seattle Seahawks are in the spotlight for their upcoming divisional round game against the San Francisco 49ers. But there's more to the story. Two standout players, Coby Bryant and Rashid Shaheed, are set to become free agents after the season. Coby Bryant has been a game-changer for the Seahaw

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