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Dec 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Films That Reflect Our World

This year, several films stood out by showing stories of people fighting against unfair systems. These movies were not set in fantasy worlds but in real-life situations, making them feel more urgent and important. One of these films is "It Was Just An Accident" by Jafar Panahi. It tells the story o

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Dec 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Stars Unite to Challenge AI's Impact on Creativity

A group of famous actors and filmmakers have teamed up to form the Creative Coalition on AI. Their goal? To push back against AI companies that use shady tactics to take advantage of creators. This isn't about hating AI, but about making sure it's used fairly and responsibly. The coalition includes

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Dec 19 2025HEALTH

Why is the US Funding a Questionable Hepatitis B Vaccine Study in Africa?

The US government is planning to spend $1. 6 million on a study in Guinea-Bissau, a country in West Africa where nearly one in five adults has hepatitis B. The study will look at whether giving the hepatitis B vaccine to newborns is safe and effective. But many researchers are calling this study une

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Dec 16 2025CRIME

Living Through the Unthinkable: A College Student's Journey with Gun Violence

Mia Tretta, a 21-year-old junior at Brown University, knows the horror of gun violence all too well. In 2019, she was just 15 years old when she was shot in the abdomen during a mass shooting at Saugus High School in California. Two of her close friends, Dominic Blackwell and Gracie Anne Muehlberger

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Dec 16 2025POLITICS

A Political Spin on a Tragic Event

Rob Reiner, known for his work in Hollywood and political activism, passed away at 78, along with his wife Michele, 70. Their deaths occurred in their Brentwood home, with reports suggesting they suffered knife wounds. No signs of forced entry were found, leaving the circumstances mysterious. Reine

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Dec 16 2025POLITICS

Rob Reiner: The Unseen Force Behind Democratic Politics

Rob Reiner was more than just a celebrated actor and director. He was a passionate political activist who didn't just write checks but rolled up his sleeves and got involved. His deep understanding of American politics, gained from his connections with top Democratic figures, set him apart from othe

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Dec 15 2025CELEBRITIES

Hollywood Mourns the Loss of a Legend and His Beloved Wife

The entertainment world is in shock after the tragic news of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, being found dead in their Los Angeles home. Rob, a celebrated figure in Hollywood, was known for his incredible work as a director, actor, and producer. His films, like "This Is Spinal Tap, "

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Dec 15 2025EDUCATION

Classrooms Divided: The Battle Over Teaching the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

In California, schools have become the unexpected battleground for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Teachers and administrators in places like the Bay Area and Los Angeles often support the Palestinian perspective, arguing it has been overlooked in schools for years. On the other hand, many Jewish

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Dec 14 2025CRIME

Life After the Unthinkable: Two Students Face Gun Violence Again

Two students at Brown University know all too well the terror of a school shooting. They've lived through it before. Mia Tretta was just 16 when she was shot during the 2019 mass shooting at Saugus High School. She lost her best friend that day. The shooter, a 16-year-old boy, killed two people and

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Young Activist Fights Back Against Tobacco in Her Community

Breanna Cutright, an 18-year-old from Clarksburg, West Virginia, found her purpose through Raze, an anti-tobacco program for youth. When federal funding cuts forced Raze to shut down, she felt lost. The program had given her opportunities, like meeting senators and advocating for tobacco-free school

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