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Dec 31 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Disney's Launchpad for Young Stars

Disney Entertainment Television has been a stepping stone for budding actors since its start in 1996. In 2026, the company will celebrate two decades of "Hannah Montana" and "High School Musical, " which launched the careers of stars like Miley Cyrus, Zac Efron, and Ashley Tisdale. Brenda Kelly Gran

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

Shoulder Replacements and Bone Health: A Missed Check-Up?

Many women getting total shoulder replacements have weak bones, but few are checked for it before surgery. This is a problem because weak bones can lead to breaks, especially after surgery. Doctors have rules about checking bone health, but these checks aren't happening enough. Why aren't these che

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Dec 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

Green Power Duo: Algae and Cyanobacteria Team Up to Clean Up!

In a clever twist on waste management, scientists found a way to turn a problem into a solution. They used a mix of algae and cyanobacteria to clean up a messy byproduct of maize processing called nejayote. This isn't just about cleaning up, though. The team also wanted to see if they could make som

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Dec 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

NewJeans' Future Hangs in the Balance After Member Exit

The K-pop scene is abuzz with uncertainty as NewJeans, a group that has been making waves since its 2022 debut, faces a significant shake-up. The group's management company, Ador, recently announced that Danielle, one of the five members, has been let go. This decision comes amid an ongoing legal ba

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Dec 30 2025CRIME

Sydney's Dark December: A Look at the Bondi Beach Tragedy

In a shocking turn of events, two men from Sydney, Sajid Akram and his son Naveed, are accused of a horrifying attack during a Hanukkah festival at Bondi Beach. This incident left 15 people dead and 40 injured. The men had recently returned from a trip to the Philippines, but investigations there re

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Dec 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Unintentional Masterpiece: A Story of Art, Love, and Viral Fame

In a small town in Spain, an elderly woman named Cecilia Giménez took it upon herself to restore a fading church fresco. She meant well, but her efforts led to a result that many found less than impressive. The painting, originally a depiction of Jesus, was transformed in a way that sparked a global

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

China's Big Military Show Near Taiwan

China's military flexed its muscles near Taiwan for a second day, showing off its power during drills called "Justice Mission 2025. " The People's Liberation Army (PLA) sent ships, planes, and troops to practice blocking and attacking around Taiwan, which China claims as its own. These drills cause

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Dec 30 2025BUSINESS

Restaurants Shutting Doors: A Look at the Struggles

Restaurants are finding it tough to keep their doors open. People are spending less on eating out. They are cooking at home more often. This is because prices are going up. It is hard for restaurants to make money. Many chains are closing locations to save cash. Starbucks is one of them. They plan

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Congress in 2025: Big Moves, Big Impacts

In 2025, the Republican-controlled Congress had a packed agenda. They made big changes that will affect everyone in the U. S. This year was also full of drama, with internal fights and government shutdowns. One major move was making Trump's tax cuts permanent. This was a big win for Republicans. Th

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Dec 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Brain Signals Could Make Self-Driving Cars Smarter

Self-driving cars are getting better, but they still have trouble in tricky situations. Now, scientists think they have a clever idea: using passengers' brain signals to help these cars make safer choices. Researchers in China tested a system that reads brain activity to understand how passengers f

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