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Dec 14 2025SPORTS

Monday Night Sports Showdown: What to Watch

Ever wondered what sports you can catch on TV on a Monday evening? There's a lot going on. Let's dive in. First up, if you're into college sports, there's a women's basketball game at 11 a. m. on SECN. NC A&T is taking on Georgia, so if you're a fan of underdog stories, this might be worth a watch.

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Dec 14 2025POLITICS

Kansas' Next Secretary of State: A Fresh Face in the Race

Jennifer Day, a former state representative, has joined the race for Kansas' secretary of state. She's one of two Democrats running, and she's already raised a good amount of money for her campaign. Day believes the role of secretary of state should be about helping people, not about politics. She

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Odesa Under Fire: Diplomacy Meets Destruction

In the early hours of Saturday, Russia launched a massive attack on Odesa, Ukraine's largest Black Sea port. The assault, which included drones and missiles, targeted energy and industrial sites, causing widespread power outages. Hospitals and water stations had to rely on generators to keep running

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

EU Takes Bold Step to Freeze Russian Assets Indefinitely

The European Union has made a significant move to freeze Russian assets worth €210 billion indefinitely. This decision comes after months of debate and legal maneuvering. The EU used a little-known treaty clause to bypass the usual unanimity requirement, which had become a sticking point due to Hung

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Power Struggles: A Dark Night and a Tough Road Ahead

The night sky over Ukraine was lit up with more than just stars. Russian drones and missiles rained down, leaving over a million homes in the dark. The south and Odesa took the hardest hits, with thousands of families suddenly without power. It's not just about the lights being out; it's about the c

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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

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 2025POLITICS

Tech Meets Bravery: Ukrainian Women in the Frontlines

In the heart of Ukraine, a quiet revolution is taking place. Women are stepping up, taking on combat roles, and using technology to their advantage. This shift is not just about filling gaps; it's about redefining what it means to serve. Technology is playing a big part in this change. Drones, for

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Dec 13 2025FINANCE

Pennsylvania Taxpayer Wins Big in Residency Fight

A recent decision by the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) has left a taxpayer feeling victorious. The BFR told the Department of Revenue to take another look at the taxpayer's account and lower the tax bill. The big question was whether the taxpayer was actually living in Pennsylvania

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Dec 13 2025HEALTH

Hidden Hurts: Why Dental Workers Need Support Too

Dental workers are often the first to spot signs of abuse in patients. But what happens when they are the ones suffering? This is a question that has been largely ignored. A recent review found no studies focusing on dentists or dental care professionals (DCPs) as victims of domestic abuse (DA). Thi

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