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Nov 27 2025BUSINESS

Building Trust Through Clear Decisions

Leaders often believe their personality shapes company culture, but it's the way decisions are made that truly matters. When leaders create clear, open systems, they build trust and a strong culture that lasts. Many leaders think their charm or empathy is what makes a company culture strong. However, over time, even the best leaders can make decisions that seem secr...

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Nov 27 2025OPINION

Keeping the Peace: Why Politics Don't Belong at the Dinner Table

Family gatherings are supposed to be a time of joy and connection. They are a chance to relax, enjoy good food, and appreciate the people who matter most. But all too often, these moments are ruined by heated political debates. Politics have a way of dividing people. They can turn a friendly conversation into a heated argument in an instant. This is especially true ...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

New York City's Climate Investment Dilemma

New York City is at a crossroads. The outgoing city comptroller, Brad Lander, is pushing for a major shift in how the city's pension funds are managed. He wants to move away from BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, due to concerns about climate change. This is a big deal because BlackRock manages a huge chunk of the city's retirement money, about $42. 3 bil...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Local Stars Shine in Football and Volleyball Honors

In the world of high school sports, local athletes have been making waves. The All-Three Rivers Conference Mississippi Division team has recognized some standout players. From Hall High School, seniors Braden Curran and Aiden Redcliff made the cut, with Redcliff also earning a spot as a first-team linebacker. Princeton High School's Casey Etheridge was another unanim...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Ohio Wants to Stop High School Athletes from Making Money

Ohio is considering a new law to stop high school athletes from making money off their name, image, and likeness (NIL). This comes after a recent vote by the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) to allow these deals. The OHSAA's decision came after a judge blocked their previous rules on NIL. Now, Ohio is one of 45 states where high school athletes can earn...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Winter Olympics Flame's Journey Begins Under Cloudy Skies

The Olympic flame's journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Games started with a twist. Bad weather in western Greece forced the torch-lighting ceremony indoors, moving it from the ancient stadium to a nearby museum. The flame, usually lit by the sun's rays, had to rely on a backup flame from a rehearsal due to the overcast skies. Greek rower Petros Gaidatzis kicked off...

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Nov 27 2025WEATHER

New Jersey Braces for a Chilly Thanksgiving and Busy Black Friday

New Jersey is in for a weather rollercoaster. A cold front is on its way, bringing rain, dropping temperatures, and strong winds. This front will move through the state between 7 p. m. and midnight on Wednesday. Rain showers will be quick but heavy, followed by a sharp drop in temperature and gusty winds. By Thursday morning, temperatures will have fallen from the 6...

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Nov 27 2025WEATHER

Kalamazoo's Lifesaving Warm Spots for Chilly Days

Kalamazoo is gearing up for winter by opening up warm places for people to stay safe from the cold. These spots are crucial to help avoid health issues that come with freezing temperatures. The city has shared a list of places where people can stay during the day and night. Some spots are just for adults, while others welcome families. It's important to note that so...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

A Strong Woman's Title Shaken by a Surprising Revelation

In the world of strength sports, a big stir happened after the World’s Strongest Woman contest. The organizers found out something shocking about the winner, Jammie Booker. They discovered that Booker, who was born male, had competed in the women's category. This news came to light when some very private videos and pictures of Booker surfaced from an adult entertainm...

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Nov 27 2025BUSINESS

WBD Shakes Up the Bidding Game

Warner Bros. Discovery is playing hard to get. They want more money. The company has told potential buyers to up their offers. Netflix, Comcast, and Paramount Skydance have until December 1 to submit better bids. They already sent in their first offers on November 20. But WBD wasn't impressed. This isn't just about money. It's about speed too. WBD wants this deal do...

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