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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Ohio's Education Shake-Up: Phonics vs. Old Methods

Ohio's higher education system is facing some changes. A recent state audit found that some big-name colleges, like Cleveland State, Ohio State, and Ohio University, are still teaching old-school reading methods. These methods have been proven not to work as well as the new "science of reading" appr

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Dec 17 2025CRIME

A Royal Scandal: New Clues Emerge in Andrew's Case

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, once a prince, now stripped of his titles, remains at the center of a storm. His ties to Jeffrey Epstein and allegations by Virginia Giuffre have kept the spotlight on him. Giuffre claimed she was trafficked and forced into situations with Mountbatten-Windsor, who denied

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

White House Whispers: Susie Wiles Spills the Tea

In a series of candid chats with Vanity Fair, Susie Wiles, the White House chief of staff, shared her unfiltered thoughts on President Donald Trump and his team. Wiles didn't hold back, describing Trump as having an "alcoholic's personality, " which the president himself later agreed with. She also

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Senator Kelly Stands Up to Pentagon Probe

Senator Mark Kelly, a Democrat, recently faced a tough situation with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Hegseth started an official investigation into Kelly. This all started after Kelly and other former military members made a video. They urged troops to not follow illegal orders. Kelly thinks this i

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Dec 17 2025CELEBRITIES

The Ketamine Crisis: A Star's Struggle and the Doctors Who Failed Him

Matthew Perry's tragic death in 2023 brought to light a dark side of the entertainment industry and the medical field. The actor, known for his role in "Friends, " had been battling substance abuse for years. His struggle with addiction led him to seek ketamine, a powerful sedative, for treatment of

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

From Teacher to Wall Street: Jeffrey Epstein's First Big Break

Jeffrey Epstein's journey to wealth began with a chance encounter. In 1976, Epstein, a math and physics teacher at Dalton School, attended an art gallery event. There, he met a parent who was impressed by his math skills. This parent connected Epstein with Ace Greenberg, a top executive at Bear Stea

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Dec 17 2025SPORTS

Unlocking the Secrets of Today's Sports Puzzle Challenge

Ever felt stuck on a puzzle and wished for a nudge in the right direction? Today's Sports Edition puzzle is no walk in the park. It's a brain teaser that might leave you scratching your head, especially if French soccer isn't your forte. But don't worry, help is here. This puzzle isn't your typical

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

Tech Giants Reshape Teams to Ride the AI Wave

Big changes are happening in the world of tech banking. Goldman Sachs is mixing up its team to keep up with the growing AI industry. This isn't just about AI itself. It's about all the stuff that makes AI work, like the internet and computer chips. Two leaders, Yasmine Coupal and Jason Tofsky, are

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Dec 16 2025POLITICS

U. S. Boosts Global Infrastructure Financing with DFC Expansion

The U. S. is set to expand its global infrastructure financing with a significant boost to the U. S. Development Finance Corporation (DFC). This move comes after Congress agreed to increase the DFC's lending capacity. The DFC's maximum lending cap will rise from $60 billion to $205 billion. This cha

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Dec 16 2025POLITICS

EU's Plan to Use Russian Money for Ukraine Hits Roadblocks

The European Union is inching closer to a decision on how to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. However, some major hurdles remain, and a final agreement might not be reached until Thursday's EU summit. Most of the frozen Russian assets, around 210 billion euros, are currently held in th

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