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Jan 12 2026SPORTS

High School Winter Sports: A Visual Journey Through Week 6

Central New York's high school winter sports scene is buzzing with action. Every week, there's a new set of thrilling moments captured on camera. This week was no different, with several standout games and events. The Cicero-North Syracuse boys hockey team faced off against West Genesee in a chilly

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Jan 12 2026SPORTS

Weequahic's Comeback Victory in the Slow-Mo Showcase

Basketball fans witnessed an exciting game at the Slow-Mo Showcase in Newark. Weequahic High School's team showed their skills and determination. They beat Science Park High School with a final score of 50-41. The first half of the game was quite close. Science Park was leading 21-19 at halftime. H

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Trump's Judges: A Look at How They Rule

President Trump's impact on the judiciary is clear. His appointees to the appellate courts have been very supportive of his policies. In 2025, they voted in his favor 133 times and against only 12 times. That's a huge difference! These judges were appointed during Trump's first term. Now, in his se

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Jan 11 2026SCIENCE

The Finke River: A Survivor from the Age of Dinosaurs

Australia is home to the world's oldest river, the Finke River. It's not just old; it's ancient, dating back 300 to 400 million years. That's right, it's older than dinosaurs! The Finke River flows through the Northern Territory and South Australia. But it's not a constant flow. Due to the dry clim

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Jan 11 2026EDUCATION

Paws and Tales: How Animals Boost Kids' Reading Skills

Libraries in the region are introducing a unique way to help kids improve their reading skills: animals! Dogs and cats are stepping in as attentive listeners, creating a relaxed and supportive environment for young readers. At the Cresson Public Library, therapy dogs from PawZone will be joining th

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Jan 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Shine at Central Carolina Comic Con

The Central Carolina Comic Con is in full swing at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. This two-day event has brought out a mix of stars from movies, TV, and wrestling. Fans are getting up close with their favorite personalities for autographs and photos. Lou Diamond Phillips was one of the highl

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Jan 11 2026ENVIRONMENT

Coastal Guardians: Nature's Way to Fight Climate Change

Coastal areas are under siege from climate change. Rising sea levels and stronger storms are making it harder to protect these regions. Traditional methods, like building big walls, aren't always the best answer. Nature-based solutions (NbS), like mangroves and wetlands, offer a different approach.

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

A Former UK Diplomat's Regret: The Epstein Connection

Peter Mandelson, a seasoned British politician, recently made headlines for his past association with Jeffrey Epstein. He was removed from his role as the UK's ambassador to the US last year due to undisclosed emails revealing a closer bond with Epstein than previously known. Mandelson even referred

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Jan 11 2026FINANCE

Managing Money Made Easy: Apps to Help You Save and Spend Wisely

Managing personal finances can be tough. It's like knowing you should eat healthy but still craving junk food. Everyone has their own way of handling money. Some people use the cash-only envelope system. They split their money into different envelopes for different expenses. This method has helped m

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Jan 11 2026CRYPTO

Mutuum Finance: A New Way to Lend and Borrow Crypto

Mutuum Finance is a new player in the crypto world. It's building a platform for decentralized lending. This means no banks are involved. Instead, people lend and borrow directly from each other. The platform has two main features. First, there's a shared pool where people can lend and borrow. This

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