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Nov 28 2025BUSINESS

Smart Car Shopping: When to Buy for the Best Deal

December is often touted as the best time to buy a car, but is it really? While year-end sales can be tempting, smart shoppers know that great deals happen all year round. It's not just about the month; it's about understanding the market and knowing what to look for. Dealerships ramp up their marketing as the year comes to a close, flashing big discounts and specia...

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Nov 28 2025LIFESTYLE

When Do You Hang Up the Holiday Decorations?

Everyone has their own idea of when to put up holiday decorations. Some people start right after Thanksgiving. Others wait until December. And then there are those who never take them down. One person keeps their Christmas tree up all year. They say they do it because they can. It's a small tree, so it doesn't take up much space. But why do they keep it up? Because ...

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Nov 28 2025OPINION

Screen Time: What Fairy Tales Can Teach Us About Living in a Digital World

In today's world, it's easy to see people lost in their phones. A friend sits nearby, but her attention is elsewhere. A child calls out, but she barely responds. This scene is common. It's not just about being distracted. It's about how technology changes how we connect. For years, people have compared internet use to addiction. They talk about cravings and withdraw...

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Idaho Republicans and the Epstein Files: A Case of Blind Loyalty

Idaho's Republican politicians seem to be following a script written by someone else. The recent votes to release the Epstein files show a clear pattern. For months, they delayed and blocked the release. Then, suddenly, they voted to release them. Why? Because President Trump gave the green light. This isn't just about the Epstein files. It's about a bigger problem....

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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

What Makes a Patient Ready to Go Home After Lung Surgery?

In Denmark, a group of experts recently got together to figure out how to decide when someone is ready to leave the hospital after lung surgery. They wanted to make sure patients go home safely, not too soon, not too late. The team looked at different factors that matter. They thought about how the patient is feeling, if they can breathe well, and if they can take c...

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Nov 28 2025SPORTS

Rookie's Bold Move: Myron Gardner's Journey and the NBA's Unwritten Rules

Myron Gardner, a young player from Detroit, Michigan, has recently found himself in the spotlight for a heated exchange with NBA veteran Klay Thompson. The incident raised questions about respect and hierarchy in professional sports. Gardner, who is new to the league, called Thompson "trash" during a game, which did not go unnoticed. Thompson's fiery response, captur...

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Nov 28 2025RELIGION

Navigating Religious Displays in Public Spaces

The First Amendment's Establishment Clause is a balancing act. It prevents the government from favoring one religion while protecting everyone's right to practice their faith. This can get tricky, especially during the holiday season when cities want to celebrate. The Supreme Court has ruled that religious displays are okay if they're part of a bigger holiday celebr...

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Sudan's Legal Puzzle: How Laws and War Fuel Child Marriage

Sudan faces a big problem: child marriage is still legal in some parts of the country. This happens because the laws are confusing. One law says child marriage is okay, while another says it's not. This mess makes it hard for people to understand what's right or wrong. The war in Sudan makes things even worse. Schools have been closed since 2023. This means many gir...

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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

Nursing Students and Spiritual Care: What Makes a Difference?

In the world of healthcare, taking care of a person's spirit is just as important as looking after their body. Nurses play a big role in this, but what helps them do this job well? A recent study looked into this question, focusing on nursing students in Iran. It wanted to see how being spiritually skilled and having strong religious beliefs affect a nurse's ability ...

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Nov 28 2025RELIGION

A Pope's Call for Peace in Turkey

Pope Leo XIV made a powerful statement for unity and peace during his first international visit. He chose a special place for this message: the ruins of an old church by Lake Iznik in Turkey. This is where important Christian leaders met long ago to settle disagreements and create a shared belief that is still used today. The Pope stood with Patriarch Bartholomew, a...

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