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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Two Governors, One Goal: Healing a Divided Nation

In a time when political tensions are high, two governors from different parties are stepping up to show how it's done. Spencer Cox from Utah and Josh Shapiro from Pennsylvania have both faced political violence in their states. They recently came together to talk about how to bring people together

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Bolivia's Ex-Leader Arce Faces Legal Trouble

In a surprising turn of events, former Bolivian President Luis Arce has been taken into custody by the police. This news was shared by a former member of his team, Maria Nela Prada. She claimed that Arce was not given any prior notice or order to appear. Instead, he was simply taken away. Prada str

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Dec 11 2025RELIGION

Advent Calendars: A Blend of Tradition and Trend

Advent calendars have evolved far beyond their original purpose. Once simple, they now come in many forms, from dog treats to candles. This shift raises questions about the true meaning of the holiday season. People often forget the original intent of Advent calendars, which was to count down to Chr

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Dec 11 2025EDUCATION

Teachers and Staff Reach Deal, Strike Ends

A deal has been struck between West Contra Costa educators and the school district, bringing an end to a nearly week-long strike. Both sides announced the agreement early Wednesday, with the union and school board still needing to give their final approval. The district expressed relief that studen

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Dec 11 2025SCIENCE

Plant Power: Exploring Natural Estrogen Alternatives

Butea monosperma, a plant known for its medicinal properties, has been under the spotlight for its potential to offer natural alternatives to traditional estrogen treatments. Researchers have been digging into the plant's flavonoids, which are compounds found in plants that can mimic the effects of

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Dec 11 2025BUSINESS

Chicago's Cultural Workers Stand Up for Fair Pay and Rights

Chicago's cultural workers are joining forces to demand better pay and working conditions. Many of them feel undervalued and underpaid, especially after the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Workers at various museums and cultural sites have been successful in forming unions and securi

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some Shoulder Injuries Hurt More Than Others?

A rotator cuff tear is a common issue, especially as people get older. It's interesting because not everyone feels pain from it. Some folks have a tear and don't even know it. Others are in so much pain that they need surgery. Why is that? Scientists have been trying to figure this out. They've loo

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Dec 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New Faces, New Vibes: Jenna Bush Hager Welcomes Sheinelle Jones to 'Today' Show

A fresh face is joining the 'Today' show family! Sheinelle Jones is stepping up as the permanent co-host alongside Jenna Bush Hager for the fourth hour. This isn't just a random pick; Jones has been a familiar face on the show for years, starting with the weekend edition in 2014 and moving to the we

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Dec 11 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Wallet Panic: Why the IRS Form Photo Went Viral

A wild rumor spread fast online. People thought the IRS wanted everyone to list all their crypto wallets. This was not true. The mix-up started with a photo of a special IRS form. Many thought it was part of the usual tax form, Form 1040. But it was not. The photo showed Form 9297. This form is not

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Dec 11 2025WEATHER

Northwest Drowned in Unusual Rainfall

The Pacific Northwest is experiencing an unusual amount of rainfall. This is due to a combination of warm water and air, and unusual weather patterns. These patterns can be traced back to tropical cyclones in Indonesia. The rain has been persistent and heavy, with almost 5 trillion gallons falling i

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