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Nov 26 2025BUSINESS

West Virginia Senator's Money Troubles: A Closer Look

Senator Jim Justice, a Republican from West Virginia, has found himself in a financial pickle. He's agreed to pay back nearly $5. 2 million in overdue personal taxes. This isn't his first rodeo with money troubles. The senator, who was once worth billions, has seen his fortune shrink dramatically over the years. Justice's legal team and the federal government recent...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

The Controversial Rise and Fall of Lindsey Halligan

Lindsey Halligan, a 36-year-old lawyer, found herself at the center of a legal storm after a federal judge dismissed cases she oversaw against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge ruled that Halligan's appointment as acting U. S. attorney was unlawful, as it violated a federal statute limiting interim appointments to ...

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Nov 26 2025CRIME

Coach Vanishes Before Big Game

A high school football coach in Virginia has vanished, and not just from his team's lineup. Travis Turner, the coach at Union High School, is now a wanted man. He's accused of some serious crimes, like having bad stuff on his computer and trying to talk to a kid in a creepy way. The police are looking for him, but he's been missing since last Thursday. The coach was...

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Nov 26 2025EDUCATION

Schools Under Scrutiny for Antisemitism

Fairfax County Public Schools, the biggest district in Virginia, is now under the microscope. A House committee is digging into claims of antisemitism within its walls. This isn't just happening in Fairfax, though. Schools in Berkeley, California, and Philadelphia are also being looked at. Why is this happening? Well, the committee wants to make sure these schools a...

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Nov 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fan's Bold Move During Mario's Show Sparks Reaction

Mario, the popular R&B singer, had an unexpected encounter during his recent concert in Detroit. While performing on stage, a fan reached out and grabbed him in a private area. This happened at the Masonic Jack White Theatre, and a video of the incident quickly spread online. In the clip, Mario is seen singing passionately when suddenly, a fan in the front row puts ...

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Nov 25 2025CRIME

A High School Coach Vanishes Amidst Serious Allegations

In a small town in Virginia, a high school football coach has gone missing. Travis Turner, 46, is wanted for serious charges related to child pornography and solicitation. The police are actively searching for him, using dogs and drones to track him down. Turner is the head coach of the Union High School Bears, a team that has an impressive record of 12 wins and 0 lo...

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

The Justice Department's Shake-Up: What's Really Happening?

The Justice Department (DoJ) is going through big changes. Some say these changes are not good. The number of lawyers working there has dropped a lot. About 5, 500 lawyers and other workers have left since the current administration started. This includes people who were fired, quit, or took early retirement. The DoJ used to have around 10, 000 lawyers, but now there...

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Nov 24 2025SPORTS

Steelers' Struggles: A Closer Look at the Bears Game

The Pittsburgh Steelers' recent loss to the Chicago Bears has sparked some serious discussions about the team's performance. Let's break it down. First off, the coaching staff is under fire. Critics argue that the game plan was too cautious, almost to the point of being timid. Instead of taking bold risks, the Steelers played it safe, relying on short, safe passes. ...

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

New York's New Mayor and Trump: A Chat About the City

New York City's incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani, had a chat with former President Donald Trump. They talked about New York City's future, like building homes, keeping streets safe, and even electricity prices. Mamdani went to the White House with his team, but only his chief of staff got to join the meeting. They didn't just sit and talk; Trump gave Mamdani a tour. T...

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Nov 24 2025SPORTS

College Football Playoff: Who's In and Who's Out?

With just two weeks left in the college football season, the College Football Playoff (CFP) picture is starting to take shape. The Week 13 games didn't shake things up too much, but there were a few key matchups that gave us a better idea of who might make the cut. One of the biggest games of the week was Oregon's win over Southern California. This victory pretty mu...

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