Reading is buzzing with special holiday events this season. Let's dive into what's happening. First up, Renewed Spirit Church is hosting a German Christmas service. It's happening on December 21st at 11 a. m. The Reading Liederkranz Chorus will be there, led by Mark Herr. They've been singing toget
MarcAnthony Parker, a standout linebacker for the Navy Midshipmen, has made a name for himself on the football field. With 88 tackles in just 11 games, he's become a key player for the team. But who is MarcAnthony Parker beyond his stats? Born and raised in Fredericksburg, Virginia, Parker comes fr
Brandon Chatman is a standout player for Navy's football team. He plays as a slot back and wide receiver. His skills on the field are impressive, but his personal life is a mystery. Many fans are curious about his background, but he keeps that part of his life private. Chatman was born and raised i
Bobby Green, known as "King" in the UFC, is set to step into the Octagon again. But his story is about more than just fights. It's about a man who faced tough times from the start and turned them into strength. Born in San Bernardino, California, on September 9, 1986, Bobby is African American. His
Colorado is stepping up its recycling game. The state has one of the lowest recycling rates in the U. S. But now, a new plan is in the works to make recycling free for everyone. The state's health department has given the green light to a program called the Producer Responsibility Program. It's set
China is taking the lead in the clean energy sector, leaving the U. S. behind. This shift is evident in the recent United Nations climate talks (COP30) held in Brazil. The U. S. was notably absent, joining only a few other countries in skipping the event. Despite this, there's a silver lining. China
Matthew Samuda, Jamaica's Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, has taken on a big role. He is now the president of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA). This group is like the boss of environmental decisions in the United Nations. Samuda got this job during the seventh meeti
The U. S. House Republicans have rolled out a healthcare plan that skips over a big issue: the end of Obamacare subsidies. These subsidies, which have been helping millions of Americans afford health insurance during the pandemic, are set to expire at the end of December. Without an extension, premi
The American mall is getting a makeover. Netflix, the streaming giant, is stepping in to fill the empty spaces left behind by struggling department stores. The company has opened its first Netflix House in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. This is not just any store. It is a massive 100, 000-square-foo
In New Jersey, the fight against HIV is getting a boost, especially in Black communities where the impact is felt the most. Gene Huffman, a 34-year-old from Paterson, knows this struggle well. He's been living with HIV for years but has managed to keep the virus under control with daily medication a
