DARREN MCGRADY

Nov 17 2025POLITICS

From Prison to Power: Calvin Duncan's Remarkable Journey

Calvin Duncan's life took a dramatic turn when he was sentenced to life in prison for a murder he claimed he didn't commit. Behind bars, he found his calling as a self-taught lawyer, helping fellow inmates fight for their freedom. His dedication paid off when he was released after 28 years, and his story took an even more surprising turn when he decided to run for of...

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Nov 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Austin Butler's New Crime Thriller Hits Netflix Soon

Austin Butler is back with a new film, "Caught Stealing, " and it's coming to Netflix. This crime thriller, directed by Darren Aronofsky, has already been in theaters and is now ready for streaming. The movie is rated R, so it's not for the faint-hearted. The story follows Hank Thompson, played by Butler, who used to be a big deal in high school baseball. Now, he's ...

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Nov 05 2025SPORTS

Smart Contracts: How Teams Play the Trade Game

In the world of pro football, players are like puzzle pieces. Teams know they might need to swap them out someday. That's why the Jets gave Sauce Gardner a huge contract. It seemed like a big deal at the time. But less than four months later, they traded him. Why? Because they built the contract to make it easy to trade. The Jets' GM, Darren Mougey, explained it all...

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

Essex County's Local Elections: A Closer Look at Tuesday's Outcomes

While the spotlight was on the governor's race in New Jersey, many local elections took place across Essex County on Tuesday. These elections were for various positions, including school boards, municipal councils, and the county clerk. The unofficial results, as reported by the Essex County Clerk's website, show a mix of contested and uncontested races. In Bellevil...

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Nov 03 2025SPORTS

Amad's Handball: A Missed Penalty That Changed the Game

In the Premier League match between Manchester United and Nottingham Forest, a controversial handball incident involving Amad Diallo left fans and experts questioning the referee's decision. The incident occurred during a corner kick in the 70th minute, when the ball struck Amad's arm instead of his head as he attempted to clear it. Despite having a clear view of the...

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Nov 01 2025CELEBRITIES

Halloween 2025: Stars Shine in Stunning Costumes

New York City was the place to be for Halloween 2025, with two major parties stealing the spotlight. One was Heidi Klum’s 24th annual Halloween bash, and the other was NBC’s Today show celebration. Heidi Klum is famous for her incredible costumes. This year, she went all out as Medusa, complete with snakes for hair. Her husband, Tom Kaulitz, dressed as a stone knigh...

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Oct 26 2025SPORTS

NBA's Return to NBC: A Mix of Nostalgia and New Challenges

The NBA's comeback to NBC brought back old memories and introduced new faces. The opening night game between the Thunder and Rockets went into double overtime, making it a thrilling start. The broadcast kicked off with John Tesh's "Roundball Rock, " a tune that's both catchy and nostalgic. NBC did a good job of bringing back the feel of its old broadcasts. They show...

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Oct 23 2025POLITICS

A Tragic Loss for an Illinois Political Figure

In a heartbreaking turn of events, a candidate for Illinois governor has suffered an immense personal tragedy. Darren Bailey, a Republican vying for the 2026 nomination, lost four close family members in a helicopter accident in Montana. The victims included his son, daughter-in-law, and two young grandchildren. The sole survivor of the family was the couple's third ...

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Sep 03 2025BUSINESS

Soaring High: Private Jet Franchise Expands Its Wings

Stratos Jets has just added its 12th franchise to its growing network. This expansion comes after a successful launch of its franchise model last year. The company has been receiving a lot of interest, with over 200 inquiries from potential franchise owners. The new franchise owners come from different backgrounds. Some have spent years in the private aviation indus...

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Aug 31 2025SPORTS

Till's Knockout and a Bold Challenge

Darren Till made a big splash on Saturday night. He knocked out Luke Rockhold in the third round of their boxing match. Rockhold, who was making his professional boxing debut, didn't stand a chance. Till cornered him and unleashed a flurry of punches. The final punch, a powerful right hand, sent Rockhold crashing to the canvas. After his victory, Till didn't hold ba...

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