KRISTINE STUDDEN

Oct 29 2025SPORTS

Shane Bieber: The Blue Jays' Star Pitcher and His Famous Namesake

The 2025 World Series is heating up, and all eyes are on Shane Bieber, the Toronto Blue Jays' ace pitcher. But before diving into the game, let's clear up a common question: Is Shane Bieber related to the pop sensation Justin Bieber? The short answer is no. Despite sharing the same last name, these two are not related. Shane Bieber is an American baseball player kno...

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Oct 28 2025EDUCATION

Moraine Valley Community College Embarks on AI and Cybersecurity Journey

Moraine Valley Community College is stepping up its game in the tech world. Thanks to two big federal grants, the college is set to boost its teaching methods with artificial intelligence and guide students toward cybersecurity careers. This isn't just about keeping up with trends; it's about preparing students for the future. The college has secured a $1 million gr...

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Feb 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Unraveling the Mystery: A Family's Twisted Tale

In a world where reality often mimics fiction, a new series is set to explore a bizarre and controversial story. Good American Family is a limited series that dives into the strange case of Kristine and Michael Barnett. The couple adopted a child named Natalia Grace, but things took a dark turn when they claimed that Natalia was not a child but an adult pretending to...

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Feb 10 2025CELEBRITIES

Celeb Secrets: Your Guide to Grammy Pfector Looks on a Budget

The 2025 Grammys red carpet was infinitely stylish. Stars strutted in luxury fashion. What fans noticed was these stars' makeup, hair and the products they utilized were key to achieving these looks. Olivia Rodrigo went for a simple yet bold look. She wore a black Versace gown, with a black cat-eye liner. Her make-up artist, Melissa Hernandez, mentioned she ...

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Feb 03 2025SPORTS

Shocking Trade: Mavericks' Jason Kidd Left in the Dark on Luka Doncic Deal

It's time to shed some light on the Mavericks' shock decision. The news file came out that general manager, Nico Harrison made a deal for the upcoming season where Luca Doncic was traded out and replaced with Anthony Davis. It turns out that he made the decision without informing the head coach, Jason Kidd beforehand. (Shock! Didn't that Kidd show should ha...

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Dec 22 2024CRIME

Moms Fight Back Against Teen Violence

For over a year, a group of teens called the "Gilbert Goons" had been harassing and assaulting other teens. They'd record their attacks and post them online, often using brass knuckles and other weapons. These attacks continued even after one teen, Preston Lord, died from his injuries. The police and schools didn't seem to do much about it. That's when some moms step...

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Dec 22 2024CRIME

New York City's Police Department Gets a Fresh Start

When Jessie Tisch took over as the new Police Commissioner, she faced an immediate challenge: a high-profile shooting in Manhattan. But once the suspect was caught, Tisch turned her attention to some big changes needed within the NYPD. One of her first moves was to send 500 officers back to their regular jobs. This was a clear signal that any relaxed or informal pra...

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Oct 29 2024WEATHER

Why Is the Philippines So Vulnerable to Tropical Storms?

Tropical Storm Trami, known locally as Kristine, recently caused a lot of damage in the Philippines. The storm hit the northeastern part of the country and brought strong rains and winds. This caused heavy flooding and landslides, making it the most destructive storm this year. The Philippines sees many typhoons each year. What made Trami so bad was the heavy rain i...

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