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Dec 13 2025HEALTH

Measles Makes a Comeback in South Carolina

South Carolina is facing a growing measles outbreak, with 114 confirmed cases as of December 10. Most of these cases are in the upstate region, and nearly all of them are in unvaccinated people. The state's health officials have put 254 people in quarantine, including 16 in isolation. The outbreak

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Dec 13 2025CELEBRITIES

K-Pop Stars Face Legal Heat Over Dating Rumors

Rumors about a possible romance between BTS's Jung Kook and aespa's Winter have been making waves online. The buzz started with fans spotting similar tattoos and accessories, but things took a dark turn quickly. SM Entertainment, Winter's agency, is not happy. They've seen a lot of nasty stuff onli

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Dec 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dive Into Your Favorite Netflix Shows in Dallas

Netflix has opened a new immersive entertainment center in Dallas. This is the second of its kind, following the one in King of Prussia. The Dallas location offers fans a chance to step into the worlds of their favorite Netflix shows. The center features interactive challenges and themed rooms. Vis

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Dec 13 2025HEALTH

Fighting HIV in Black Communities: A Closer Look at New Jersey's Efforts

In New Jersey, the fight against HIV is getting a boost, especially in Black communities where the impact is felt the most. Gene Huffman, a 34-year-old from Paterson, knows this struggle well. He's been living with HIV for years but has managed to keep the virus under control with daily medication a

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Dec 13 2025EDUCATION

Nursing Left Out: Lawmakers Push for Fair Loan Access

A big group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are pushing the Education Department to include nursing in a special list of "professional" programs. This comes after nurses were left out of a new rule that lets students borrow more money for certain graduate degrees. Right now, the list incl

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Dec 13 2025CRIME

A Teacher's Fall from Grace in Upstate New York

In a small town in Upstate New York, a trusted educator's life took a dramatic turn. Scott Jeffers, a 42-year-old special education teacher and coach, found himself on the wrong side of the law. He was taken into custody after being accused of sending inappropriate messages to a student under 17. Th

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Dec 13 2025CRIME

A Missouri Mystery: Unraveling a Tragic Basement Discovery

In a quiet neighborhood of Sunset Hills, a grim discovery was made. A woman, later identified as 64-year-old Melissa Anderson, was found dead in the basement of a home. The circumstances surrounding her death have shocked the community and raised many questions. A man, Joseph Michael Marino, 30, ha

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Dec 13 2025SPORTS

Golf's Struggle for Spotlight in British Sports Awards

The BBC Sports Personality of the Year (SPOTY) awards are a big deal in the UK. They celebrate the best athletes of the year, with the main prize going to the most popular one. But golfers have had a tough time winning this award. Only two golfers have ever won the top prize. Dai Rees won in 1957,

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Dec 13 2025SPORTS

Corey Sadler Shines: Star Player Takes Home Top Honors

Corey Sadler, a standout from Detroit Cass Tech, has been named the 2025 Michigan Sports Writers All-State team Division 1-2 Player of the Year. This recognition comes after a stellar season where Sadler showcased his skills as a running back and receiver. He's not just any player; he's a standout w

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Dec 13 2025SPORTS

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: More Than Just a Basketball Star

The Oklahoma City Thunder are on fire this season. They've won 24 out of their first 25 games. That's an incredible start! The team is led by their star player, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. He's been amazing, scoring over 32 points per game. The Thunder are also on a 16-game winning streak. They're clos

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