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Nov 25 2025WEATHER

What You Need to Know About the Polar Vortex

The polar vortex is a big deal. It's a massive, swirling mass of cold air that usually stays up near the North Pole. But sometimes, it wobbles or even splits, and that can send frigid air southward. This can mess with weather patterns and make things really cold. But there's a lot of confusion about

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Caring for the Soul: A New Approach to Treating Chronically Ill African American Patients

In the world of healthcare, there's a big focus on treating the body, but what about the soul? Spirituality plays a huge role in overall well-being, especially for those dealing with long-term illnesses. Yet, it's often overlooked in regular medical check-ups, particularly for minority groups like A

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Nov 24 2025SPORTS

KaVontae Turpin: A Journey from Louisiana to the NFL

KaVontae Turpin, a name that has become synonymous with speed and skill on the football field, has a story that goes beyond his impressive stats. Born and raised in Monroe, Louisiana, this American athlete has made a name for himself in the NFL, playing for the Dallas Cowboys. His journey is one of

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Nov 23 2025OPINION

A Lucky Thanksgiving Surprise in Vietnam

In the middle of a war zone, a small American team in Vietnam faced a Thanksgiving dilemma. They had no turkey for their feast. Meanwhile, two soldiers from another unit were on a mission to get turkeys for their own celebration. They got lost and ended up at the first team's compound. The two sold

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

Michigan's December Weather: What's Happening Up High?

Way up in the sky, something odd is going on. The air is getting warmer in the stratosphere, which is a big deal. This event is called a Sudden Stratospheric Warming (SSW). It can make the polar vortex, a cold air whirlwind, wobble. This could mean big changes for Michigan's weather in December. No

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

California's Governor Race Gets Another Contender

Eric Swalwell, a well-known figure in Congress, has decided to join the race for California's governor. This move adds another name to the already long list of Democrats vying for the position. Swalwell, who has been a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, brings his political experience an

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Nov 21 2025EDUCATION

Native Education Programs: A Shift Without a Plan?

Tribal leaders are upset. They say the Education Department didn't talk to them before moving Native American education programs to other agencies. This move affects schools and colleges that serve Native students. The Education Department says it will hand over programs to the Department of Labor a

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Nov 20 2025EDUCATION

The Untold Stories of the American Revolution

Ken Burns, a well-known documentary filmmaker, has spent the last decade working on a project about the American Revolution. This project is a six-part, 12-hour series that he believes is one of the most important films he has ever made. The series is not just about the famous figures like George Wa

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Nov 20 2025HEALTH

Santa Clarita's Festive Fundraiser for a Good Cause

Santa Clarita United Methodist Church will host a vibrant Holiday Boutique this Saturday. The event, running from 10 a. m. to 3 p. m. , is a major fundraiser for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life in the Santa Clarita Valley. This isn't just any shopping event. It's a chance to support a

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Nov 20 2025POLITICS

Ailing American Held in Iran: A Family's Plea

Kamran Hekmati, a 70-year-old Iranian-American, is currently in a tough spot. He's in Iran's Evin Prison, dealing with bladder cancer. His family is worried sick. They say he was arrested for visiting Israel 13 years ago for his son's bar mitzvah. That trip is now causing him big trouble. Hekmati's

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