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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

National Parks Shake Up Free Entry Days, Sparking Debate

The U. S. National Parks have recently updated their list of fee-free days, causing quite a stir. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth are no longer on the list, but President Trump's birthday, which also happens to be Flag Day, has been added. This change comes right after the Trump administra

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Dec 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Meta's Mixed Reality Glasses Hit a Snag: What's the Hold-Up?

Meta has decided to slow down the launch of its new mixed reality glasses, nicknamed "Phoenix. " Originally set for the second half of 2026, the release is now pushed back to the first half of 2027. This delay was announced by Maher Saba, VP of Reality Labs Foundation, in a memo to employees. The re

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Dec 06 2025SPORTS

Penn State's New Coach: Who Should Matt Campbell Bring Along?

Matt Campbell, the new head coach of Penn State, has a big task ahead. He needs to fill up the team quickly. Many players from the 2025 team are leaving. Some are graduating, and others might transfer. Campbell has to act fast and think outside the box. The transfer portal opens soon. Campbell migh

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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

Uncovering the Truth Behind the Jan. 6 Pipe Bomb Arrest

A man was caught for putting pipe bombs near important buildings in Washington, D. C. , just before the big events of January 6, 2021. The people in charge said they would punish anyone who tried to hurt the country. But they didn't talk much about the violence that happened the next day when Trump

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Dec 06 2025SPORTS

World Cup Draw: A Mixed Bag of Entertainment and Sports

The 2026 World Cup draw was a spectacle that left many scratching their heads. It started with Andrea Bocelli's powerful vocals and Kevin Hart's jokes, but the real show began when Donald Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino appeared together. The event was a mix of sports, politics, and entert

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Dec 06 2025FINANCE

A New Leader for Arkansas' Biggest Bond Issuer

Robert "Ro" Arrington is now the permanent leader of the Arkansas Development Finance Authority. This group is the state's largest bond issuer. Arrington had been filling in as interim president since August. He took over after the previous leader, Mark Conine, stepped down. Arrington has been part

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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

Jim Harrison Steps Down: A Look at His Time in Vermont Politics

Jim Harrison, a well-known figure in Vermont politics, has decided to step down from his role as a House representative. He's been in this position for over eight years, showing dedication to his community and state. Harrison, who represents part of Rutland County, is leaving due to personal and fam

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Dec 05 2025SPORTS

Giannis' Future: What's Really Going On?

The Milwaukee Bucks are in a tough spot. They just won a game, but their star player, Giannis Antetokounmpo, got hurt. He might be out for a while. This is bad news for the team, which has been struggling lately. Giannis has been thinking about his future. He wants to win a championship. He has sai

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Dec 05 2025CRIME

A Breakthrough in the 2021 D. C. Pipe Bomb Mystery

A man from northern Virginia has been taken into custody for allegedly planting pipe bombs near the Democratic and Republican national headquarters in Washington, D. C. , just before the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021. The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Brian Cole Jr. from Woodbridge, Virginia,

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Dec 05 2025HEALTH

Hepatitis B Vaccine Debate: Science or Politics?

The CDC's vaccine advisory panel faced a chaotic meeting, delaying a vote on hepatitis B vaccines. The panel, recently reshuffled by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , is now filled with members who often question vaccines. The delay happened because of confusion over the voting language, push

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