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Dec 13 2025HEALTH

Health Care Costs: A Hard Hit for Three Families

In the coming year, three families are bracing for a tough financial hit due to rising health care costs. The end of COVID-era subsidies is forcing them to make tough choices. In Wisconsin, a couple who once enjoyed comprehensive health coverage is now facing a stark reality. Chad and Kelley Bruns,

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

North Korea's Secret War Help: Soldiers Return from Ukraine

North Korea recently brought back some of its soldiers from Russia's war in Ukraine. This is the first time they openly admitted sending troops to help Russia. The soldiers were engineers who cleared mines in the Kursk region. Nine soldiers died, and Kim Jong-un gave them the highest medal for their

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Propose New Healthcare Changes

House Republicans have recently introduced a new healthcare plan. This plan aims to tackle the issue of increasing health insurance costs. The proposal comes just before the current enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies are set to expire. The new legislation includes several key points. It plans t

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

Democrats: New Faces or Tried-and-True Leaders?

Democrats are in a tough spot. They want to take back Congress, but first, they have to deal with some big fights within their own party. It's not just about policy anymore. It's about style and who can inspire voters. Some Democrats think it's time for new leaders. They want to replace some of the

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Dec 13 2025SPORTS

Local High School Hoops: A Night of Nail-Biting Games

The Bay City area witnessed some intense high school basketball games recently. John Glenn High School pulled off a close win against Swan Valley. The score was 63-62. It was a tight game, especially in the fourth quarter. John Glenn's players showed great teamwork and resilience. Caleb Seafert and

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Dec 13 2025SPORTS

Boise State and Washington: A Bowl Game Showdown

The 2025-26 college football bowl season kicks off with a bang as Boise State and Washington face off in the Bucked Up LA Bowl. This isn't just any opening game; it's a clash between two teams with contrasting seasons and a lot to prove. Boise State has had a rollercoaster year. They secured their

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

Honduras Votes: What Went Wrong?

Honduras is in a political mess after its recent election. The vote count is stuck. Hundreds of thousands of ballots are still not counted. Two main candidates are neck and neck. Nasry Asfura is slightly ahead. Salvador Nasralla is close behind. But many ballots have issues. They need to be checked

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

U. S. Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker in Last-Minute Move

A Venezuelan oil tanker, the M/T Skipper, was seized by the U. S. government just as a court warrant was about to expire. The warrant, signed by a U. S. judge on November 26, gave the Trump administration until December 10, 2025, to seize the vessel. This is the first time a Venezuelan oil cargo has

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Dec 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Hidden Message Behind the '80s Sci-Fi Hit V

Kenneth Johnson, a name that might not ring a bell, but his work sure does. He's the mastermind behind some of the most iconic sci-fi shows of the '70s and '80s. From "The Bionic Woman" to "The Incredible Hulk, " Johnson knew how to create a hit. But his real game-changer came in 1983 with "V, " a m

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Dec 13 2025EDUCATION

Veterans Find New Purpose Through Nursing Program

A special program at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) is celebrating a big milestone. For ten years, the Veteran to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (VBSN) program has been helping military veterans become nurses. This December, the school will honor this achievement during their

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