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Jan 17 2025SPORTS

Meet David Ford: The 22-Year-Old Golf Star Making Waves

You might recognize David Ford's name from his impressive performances in amateur golf tournaments. Born in Georgia, this 22-year-old has been making a splash in the golf world, even though he's still in college at the University of North Carolina. David's love for golf runs in the family; his fathe

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Why Pete Hegseth's Words on Unlawful Orders Matter

Pete Hegseth, the nominee for Secretary of Defense, faced questions about following unlawful orders from the President during his Senate confirmation hearing. This raises serious concerns, especially when we remember President Trump's past remarks about shooting protesters. The military is trained t

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Making NYC Affordable: 40 Fresh Ideas

New York City's affordability crisis is real, with many residents struggling to make ends meet. We gathered diverse perspectives, from experts to everyday New Yorkers, to brainstorm big and small ideas that could make the city more affordable. Here are some standout suggestions that could shape city

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Vought's Vision: Streamline Government, Empower President

Russ Vought, the nominee for the White House budget chief, stirred things up during his Senate hearing. He believes the president should have the power to fire federal workers with ease. Additionally, he thinks the president should be able to use Congress' money if it benefits the president's agenda

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Jan 16 2025CRIME

Drivers Unwittingly Involved in Package Theft Attempt

In Norfolk, Massachusetts, a clever but failed attempt to steal packages involved using food delivery drivers. The town's police were called to a home on Pennacook Street after reports of suspicious activity. They found that three DoorDash drivers had visited the address within a short time span to

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Jan 16 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Changes on the Horizon: Trump's Day One Plans

President-elect Donald Trump is set to make big moves in the crypto world on his first day in office. A source close to his transition team revealed that he might tackle two key issues: debanking and the repeal of a policy called SAB121. This policy forces banks to count digital assets as liabilitie

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Pam Bondi: Qualified for Attorney General, but Can She Be Independent?

Donald Trump’s pick for the next attorney general, Pam Bondi, seems well-qualified on paper. She's spent years as a prosecutor and Florida's attorney general. But her recent comments about the 2020 election and threats to prosecute Trump's foes raise big questions about her independence and trustwor

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Jan 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Wordle's World: Hints and the Story Behind January 15, 2025's Word

Hey, Wordle fans! It's time for your daily dose of word puzzling. Did you know Wordle started as a gift and exploded into a global sensation? It's true! Josh Wardle, an engineer, made it for his partner. Soon, people everywhere were hooked. Fans even invented their own versions, like Squabble and He

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

What You Need to Know About ACA Open Enrollment

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance open enrollment is wrapping up today, but there's still time to get covered if you're quick! This year has seen a record number of people signing up, proving that health insurance is more important than ever. This open enrollment started all the way ba

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Jan 15 2025POLITICS

New York's Governor Proposes Tax Cuts for Middle-Class Families

New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently revealed her plan to reduce income taxes for many state residents, aiming to ease financial pressure. Her proposal, part of an affordability agenda, is set to be detailed in her upcoming State of the State address. The tax cut would benefit joint filers earnin

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