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Dec 13 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Weddings of 2025: Love and Surprises

In 2025, many stars chose to celebrate their love with intimate and unique weddings. Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco surprised everyone by keeping their wedding a secret until after the big day. They tied the knot in California in September, with famous friends like Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran in atte

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

Tech Meets Bravery: Ukrainian Women in the Frontlines

In the heart of Ukraine, a quiet revolution is taking place. Women are stepping up, taking on combat roles, and using technology to their advantage. This shift is not just about filling gaps; it's about redefining what it means to serve. Technology is playing a big part in this change. Drones, for

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Dec 13 2025FINANCE

Pennsylvania Taxpayer Wins Big in Residency Fight

A recent decision by the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) has left a taxpayer feeling victorious. The BFR told the Department of Revenue to take another look at the taxpayer's account and lower the tax bill. The big question was whether the taxpayer was actually living in Pennsylvania

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Dec 13 2025CRYPTO

Texas Takes First Step into Crypto with $5M Investment

Texas has made a bold move into the world of cryptocurrency. The state has invested $5 million in a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). This is a big deal because it could be the start of something new: a state-run crypto reserve. But it's not just about the money. It's about what this could mean fo

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Dec 13 2025RELIGION

Unique Holiday Celebrations in Reading

Reading is buzzing with special holiday events this season. Let's dive into what's happening. First up, Renewed Spirit Church is hosting a German Christmas service. It's happening on December 21st at 11 a. m. The Reading Liederkranz Chorus will be there, led by Mark Herr. They've been singing toget

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Dec 13 2025HEALTH

Understanding the Hidden Struggles of Faith-Based Helpers

Ever wondered why some people who help others in the name of faith might feel drained or lonely? A recent study shed light on this by creating a new tool to measure a unique kind of burnout called spiritual empathy fatigue. This isn't your typical burnout. It's a mix of feeling overwhelmed by others

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Dec 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

Colorado's Big Recycling Makeover

Colorado is stepping up its recycling game. The state has one of the lowest recycling rates in the U. S. But now, a new plan is in the works to make recycling free for everyone. The state's health department has given the green light to a program called the Producer Responsibility Program. It's set

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Dec 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

Jamaica's Matthew Samuda Takes the Lead at UN Environment Assembly

Matthew Samuda, Jamaica's Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, has taken on a big role. He is now the president of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA). This group is like the boss of environmental decisions in the United Nations. Samuda got this job during the seventh meeti

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Dec 13 2025HEALTH

Measles Makes a Comeback in South Carolina

South Carolina is facing a growing measles outbreak, with 114 confirmed cases as of December 10. Most of these cases are in the upstate region, and nearly all of them are in unvaccinated people. The state's health officials have put 254 people in quarantine, including 16 in isolation. The outbreak

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Dec 13 2025CELEBRITIES

K-Pop Stars Face Legal Heat Over Dating Rumors

Rumors about a possible romance between BTS's Jung Kook and aespa's Winter have been making waves online. The buzz started with fans spotting similar tattoos and accessories, but things took a dark turn quickly. SM Entertainment, Winter's agency, is not happy. They've seen a lot of nasty stuff onli

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