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Dec 24 2025SPORTS

Matthew Stafford: The Rams' MVP Quarterback

Matthew Stafford is having an incredible season. At 37, he's proving age is just a number. He's thrown for 4, 179 yards, 40 touchdowns, and only five interceptions. This has made him the top candidate for MVP. The Rams' defensive end, Larrell Murchison, is a big fan. He says the whole team is behin

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Dec 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Why Do We Love Watching the Same Holiday Movies Year After Year?

Every holiday season, people around the world turn to their favorite movies for comfort. Films like "Love Actually" and "Four Christmases" are popular choices. These movies follow familiar patterns: snowy settings, familiar characters, and happy endings. This year, many new holiday movies have been

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Dec 24 2025OPINION

A Fresh Take on Holiday Celebrations: Making Everyone Feel Welcome

In a world where diversity and inclusion are often talked about but not always practiced, one group found a way to make their holiday celebrations more meaningful. Instead of sticking to the usual catered lunch and gift exchange, they decided to do something different. They invited everyone to bring

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

A Leader's Fight: Understanding Ben Sasse's Pancreatic Cancer Battle

Ben Sasse, the former University of Florida president, recently shared some tough news. He has stage 4 pancreatic cancer. This means the cancer has spread to other parts of his body. It's a serious diagnosis, and it's not easy to treat. Sasse is known for his work in politics and education. Before

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Holiday Road Trips Get a Price Break

Drivers across the U. S. are enjoying a pleasant surprise this holiday season: cheaper gas. December has turned out to be the most affordable month for fuel prices all year. The national average for unleaded gasoline has been below $3 since December 2, hitting a low of about $2. 85 per gallon. Price

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Dec 24 2025LIFESTYLE

Adidas Supernova Rise GTX: Top-Rated Running Shoes at a Steal

Adidas has a deal that might make runners happy. The Adidas Supernova Rise GTX running shoes, which usually cost $160, are now on sale for $67. That's a big discount of 58% off. These shoes are special because they are waterproof and won the “Best Female-Specific Design” award for 2024. The shoes h

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Florida's Catholic Leaders Ask for a Break in Immigration Actions

Florida's Catholic bishops have a request for President Trump. They want him to take a break from immigration enforcement until after the Christmas holidays. They believe this would show kindness to families affected by these actions. The bishops sent a letter on Monday. It was addressed to both Pr

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Dec 24 2025HEALTH

Holiday Cheer and Mental Health: A Balancing Act

The holiday season is often seen as a time of joy and togetherness. However, it can also be a challenging period for many people's mental health. This is especially true for those who might be dealing with loneliness or other mental health issues. Experts in South Carolina are encouraging people to

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Dec 23 2025FINANCE

Holiday Spending: Tech and Clothes Lead the Way

This holiday season, people in the U. S. kept spending money, even though the economy wasn't doing great. They spent 4. 2% more than last year, especially on tech gadgets and clothes. Most of this spending happened in physical stores, but online shopping grew the fastest, with a 7. 8% increase. This

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Dec 23 2025FINANCE

Holiday Spending Shifts: Fun, Fixes, and Footwear Take the Lead

This holiday season, people are spending big on experiences and practical items rather than just traditional gifts. From December 1 to December 22, there was a huge increase in spending on entertainment, experiences, and automotive products. Entertainment spending jumped by 130%, experiences by 115%

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