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Nov 23 2025EDUCATION

Helping Autistic Teens in Trouble

Young people with autism who get into trouble with the law often end up in juvenile correctional facilities. These places aim to help teens rejoin society through education, counseling, and skill-building programs. However, they often struggle to meet the unique needs of autistic teens. This leads

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

G20 Gathers in South Africa, U. S. Absent but Climate Talks Heat Up

Leaders from the world's 20 biggest economies met in Johannesburg this weekend, but one major player was missing: the United States. The U. S. skipped the summit due to some old and not very convincing claims about South Africa. This left the other countries to discuss important topics like climate

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Missouri's Big Sports Betting Kickoff: What You Need to Know

Missouri is making a big move in the world of sports betting. Starting December 1, ten sportsbooks will launch, and they're all bringing some pretty sweet deals to the table. This isn't just about the Kansas City Chiefs or the St. Louis Blues anymore. It's about betting on college football, the NFL,

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Staten Island's Baseball Legend Deserves Hall of Fame Spot

Fran Hirschy's name might not ring a bell for everyone, but in the world of Staten Island sports, he's a towering figure. From his early days in Little League to his coaching career, Hirschy has left an indelible mark. His journey started young, dominating the Little League scene and setting records

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Nov 22 2025BUSINESS

Lexington's Beef Plant Closure: A Big Deal for Local Farmers and Workers

The news that Tyson Foods is shutting down its beef plant in Lexington has left many people surprised and worried. This plant is a big deal because it processes about 5, 000 cows every day and employs around 2, 700 people. For many in the community, this news came as a shock. David Jobman, who rais

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

Brazil's Former Leader Faces Arrest Amid Coup Allegations

Brazil's top court made a bold move, ordering the arrest of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro. This happened after a judge suspected Bolsonaro might try to flee the country before starting a 27-year prison term for allegedly trying to overthrow the government. The judge, Alexandre de Moraes, pointed out

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Nov 22 2025WEATHER

Why the U. S. Might Face a Colder, Snowier Winter

The U. S. could be in for a chillier and snowier winter. Why? The polar vortex is acting up. This big ring of winds up in the atmosphere usually keeps the cold air locked up near the North Pole. But when it gets weak or disturbed, that cold air can spill out and head south. There are two polar vort

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

G20 Gathers in Africa Despite U. S. Absence

World leaders from the G20 met in Johannesburg, South Africa, for a significant summit, even though the U. S. chose not to attend. This gathering was unique because a declaration was adopted right at the beginning, which is not the usual way things are done. Typically, these declarations happen at t

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Nov 22 2025SPORTS

Heisman Hopefuls: Who's Got the Edge?

The Heisman Trophy is up for grabs, and it's anyone's game. With just three weeks left until the big announcement, the race is wide open. Fernando Mendoza from Indiana and Julian Sayin from Ohio State are the top contenders, but Kirk Herbstreit has his eye on someone else. Herbstreit thinks the Hei

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Nov 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Forgotten Robot Brawl: A Mix of Good and Bad Ideas

Thirty-five years ago, a movie called Robot Jox hit the screens. It was not a big hit, but it was not completely bad either. The story is set in a future where wars are illegal, and instead, giant robots fight to settle disputes. This might sound exciting, but the movie did not deliver on its promis

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