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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Mississippi's Weather Rollercoaster: Warm Weekend, Chilly Monday

Mississippi is in for a weather whiplash. After enjoying a warm weekend, the state is bracing for a sudden drop in temperatures. The mercury is set to soar into the 60s on Friday and Saturday, but don't get too comfortable. A cold front is on its way, bringing Arctic air that will make Monday mornin

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Money Moves: Europe's Plan to Fund Ukraine

Europe is stepping up its game to help Ukraine. The finance ministers are meeting to talk about how to get money fast. They want to use Russian assets that are stuck in Europe. These assets were frozen because of Russia's actions in Ukraine. The idea is to use these assets to give Ukraine the funds

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Dec 12 2025EDUCATION

Pennsylvania's Stipend Ruling: What Grad Students Need to Know

In a recent decision, Pennsylvania's finance board ruled that graduate stipends are not subject to state income tax. This came after a University of Pittsburgh student argued that her PhD stipend, which she relied on to cover living expenses, should not be taxed. The board agreed, stating that the s

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Dec 12 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New Faces, New Beginnings: The Today Show's 2026 Makeover

The Today Show is shaking things up in 2026. Sheinelle Jones is stepping into a new role. She will be the new co-host for the fourth hour of the show. This is a big deal because she is replacing Hoda Kotb. Kotb left the show earlier this year. The new show will be called "Today with Jenna and Sheine

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Dec 12 2025RELIGION

The Story Behind December 12th: Why It Matters to Many

December 12th is a big deal for many people, especially those who follow Catholicism. It's the day when Our Lady of Guadalupe is celebrated. This isn't just any religious figure; she's a powerful symbol that goes beyond the walls of churches. You might see her image on posters, T-shirts, or even in

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

The Bold Rescue of a Venezuelan Hero

In a daring move, a private team pulled off a risky rescue mission. They smuggled Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado out of her country. The journey took about 15 to 16 hours. Most of that time was spent battling rough seas. Bryan Stern, a U. S. special forces veteran, led the operati

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Dec 11 2025CRIME

Lavish Living: How Stolen Funds Fueled a Life of Luxury

In Minnesota, a group of people, many from the Somali community, took advantage of a program meant to feed hungry kids. They stole hundreds of millions of dollars meant for meals and used it to live lavishly. They bought fancy cars, luxurious homes, and even took trips to exotic places like the Mald

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise in Ukraine Talks: Trump and European Leaders Clash

A heated discussion took place recently between President Trump and key European leaders regarding Ukraine. The conversation, which involved Chancellor Friedrich Merz of Germany, President Emmanuel Macron of France, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain, reportedly included "pretty strong words

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Shoulder Surgery Success: TSA vs. HA

Shoulder pain and limited movement can be tough to deal with. Two common surgeries to fix this are total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) and hemiarthroplasty (HA). But which one works better in the long run? A big study was done to find out. It involved people from different countries and hospitals. Th

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Venezuela's Fight for Democracy: A Nobel Laureate's Stand

María Corina Machado, a prominent Venezuelan opposition figure, recently received the Nobel Peace Prize. She has been a vocal critic of President Nicolás Maduro's government. After spending over a year in hiding, she resurfaced to address the media in Oslo, Norway. Machado stood alongside Norway's

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