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Jan 03 2026SPORTS

Stephanie Han: The Cop, Mom, and Boxer Taking on a Legend

Stephanie Han is not just a boxer. She is also a police officer and a mother. She will fight Holly Holm in Puerto Rico. Han is from El Paso, Texas. She has Korean roots. Her family has a strong background in martial arts. Her father was a martial arts teacher. This shaped her life and career. Han d

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Jan 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Composer's Stand: Why Stephen Schwartz Walked Away from the Kennedy Center Gala

Stephen Schwartz, the mastermind behind "Wicked, " made a bold move. He decided not to host a gala at the Kennedy Center. This decision came after changes at the arts center under the Trump administration. Schwartz believes the Kennedy Center is no longer a safe space for free artistic expression.

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Dec 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Colbert's Late Show: A Shocking Exit and Industry Shake-Up

Stephen Colbert, once the star of CBS' "The Late Show, " is stepping down. CBS announced the cancellation of his show in July, with the final episode set for May 2026. This decision stirred up a lot of talk, especially because it came right after Colbert criticized CBS's parent company, Paramount Gl

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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

Why Learning a New Language in Your 50s is a Brain Booster

Learning a new language can be tough, especially as you get older. But it's not impossible. It might not make you fluent, but it's good for your brain. Take Stephen, for example. He speaks Spanish well. He learned it years ago while working in Spain, Mexico, and Argentina. Now, he lives in Tokyo. H

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Dec 13 2025SPORTS

Curry's Return Shines, But Warriors Defense Struggles

Stephen Curry made a splashy return to the court after a two-week absence due to a quad injury. In just 32 minutes, he scored an impressive 39 points. However, his stellar performance wasn't enough to secure a win for the Golden State Warriors, who lost 127-120 to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Wa

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Dec 11 2025BUSINESS

Cleveland: A Rising Star for Business in the Midwest

Next fall, Cleveland will host a gathering of influential corporate location experts. The Site Selectors Guild’s Fall Forum is set to take place from September 14 to 16 at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown Hotel. This event is a big deal, even though it’s not huge in terms of attendees. Around 30 member

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

Stephon Castle: A Rising Star's Journey from Georgia to the NBA

Stephon Castle, the NBA's Rookie of the Year, has quickly become a standout player for the San Antonio Spurs. At just 21 years old, he's already making waves with his impressive scoring and shooting skills. His partnership with teammate Viktor Wembanyama has brought a new energy to the Spurs, and he

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Dec 11 2025BUSINESS

Nextdoor Stock Takes Off: Why a Hedge Fund Manager is Bullish

Nextdoor's stock price shot up by nearly half its value recently. This big jump happened because a well-known hedge fund manager, Eric Jackson, shared his positive views on the company. Jackson, who runs EMJ Capital, thinks Nextdoor is often misunderstood. He argues that Wall Street is undervaluing

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

Coming Home: The Hidden Hurdles After Hospital Stay

Stepping back into normal life after a hospital stay can be tough. Many studies talk about how being in a protected hospital unit affects people mentally. But what about when patients go home? That's a question that hasn't been asked enough. People with blood disorders often spend time in special h

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Nov 29 2025POLITICS

Peace Talks in Washington: Congo and Rwanda's Next Step

Next week, the presidents of Congo and Rwanda are set to meet in Washington. They will sign a peace deal and discuss the future of their nations. This meeting is a big deal because it could bring stability to a region that has seen a lot of conflict. The U. S. is playing a big role in these talks.

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