DARBY HOOVER

Nov 17 2025BUSINESS

Malls and Money: Why One Shopping Center is Winning the Race

In the world of shopping malls, two big names in Alabama are facing very different futures. Brookwood Mall and Riverchase Galleria have both seen better days, but one is getting a big makeover while the other is struggling to keep up. Brookwood Mall was once the place to be. People loved going there for birthdays, holidays, and just hanging out. But times have chang...

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Nov 16 2025SPORTS

BYU's Big Comeback: A Lesson in Resilience

The BYU Cougars showed they're not ones to stay down for long. After a tough loss to Texas Tech, they bounced back strong against TCU. It was their first home game in a while, and they made the most of it. The crowd was huge, over 64, 000 people, and the energy was electric. Bear Bachmeier was a standout, throwing for nearly 300 yards and running for almost 60 more....

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Nov 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Magic Tricks Beat Action Thrillers at the Box Office

The weekend saw a surprising turn of events at the box office. "Now You See Me: Now You Don't, " the third installment in the magic-themed series, managed to outshine both "The Running Man" and "Predator: Badlands. " It raked in $21. 3 million domestically and an additional $54. 2 million internationally, bringing its worldwide total to $75. 5 million. This is a sign...

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Nov 08 2025CELEBRITIES

Hollywood Stars Caught in Legal Crossfire

In the upcoming 2026 trial between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, several high-profile names might find themselves in the spotlight. Lively's lawsuit, filed in late 2024, accuses Baldoni of creating a hostile work environment and orchestrating a campaign to damage her reputation. Baldoni has denied these claims and countersued, although his lawsuit was dismissed in...

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Nov 02 2025LIFESTYLE

Life on the Water: How a Game Designer Turned Her Passion into a Success Story

Lente Cuenen's life is as unique as it is inspiring. She lives on a 50-foot blue-and-white boat named Zusje V, which she bought with a loan from her mother. Her home is snug, with a bed, a couch, a small TV, a toilet cubicle, a kitchen, and a workstation. The workstation is cluttered with curios, including a lime green Nintendo DS Lite with its wire-guts spilling out...

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Oct 15 2025SPORTS

Darby Allin's Bold Moves: From Everest to the Ring

Darby Allin, a standout star in AEW, is gearing up for a big match at WrestleDream 2025. He's not worried about what others say. Allin has been with AEW since 2019, and the company has grown a lot, even with a TV deal with Warner Bros. Discovery. But fans can be tough, throwing insults at AEW because of the competition in the wrestling world. Allin talked to Newswee...

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Sep 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Philly's Waters Under Siege: The Snakehead Invasion

The waters around Philadelphia are facing a new challenge: the invasive Northern snakehead fish. These fish, originally from China, Russia, and Korea, were first spotted in Pennsylvania in 2004. They have since spread rapidly, causing concern among environmentalists and scientists. The snakeheads are known for their ability to survive in harsh conditions. They can l...

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Aug 09 2025SPORTS

Top College Quarterbacks to Watch in 2025

College football is back, and the spotlight is on the quarterbacks. With the season just around the corner, it's time to look at the top signal-callers who will be leading their teams in 2025. These players have shown promise, potential, and in some cases, already proven themselves as elite talents. One player to keep an eye on is Hoover. Last year, he had a strong ...

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Jul 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Rhys Darby's Mischievous Role in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is back with a twist in its third season, premiering on July 17. The show starts with an intense two-part episode, but quickly shifts to a lighter, romantic tale in “Wedding Bell Blues. ” Nurse Christine Chapel and Spock had a brief romance, but she left him heartbroken when she took a fellowship. Things get messy when she returns with a...

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Jul 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dakota Johnson's Big Plans: From Acting to Directing

Dakota Johnson is making waves in the film industry, not just as an actress but also as a director and producer. She's set to receive a major award at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival, where she's showcasing two of her recent films. But that's not all—she's also gearing up to direct her first feature film, a project that's very personal to her. Johnson has been workin...

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