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Nov 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Detroit's 2025 Tree Lighting: What You Need to Know

Detroit's annual tree lighting event is back for 2025, promising a day of festive fun. But before you head out, there are a few things to keep in mind. First off, if you're planning to drive, be aware that some major streets will be closed starting Wednesday, November 19, at 6 a. m. These roads will stay shut until Saturday, November 22, at 6 a. m. So, if you're thi...

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Nov 22 2025CELEBRITIES

When Stars Need a Legal Lifeline

In the world of Hollywood, not all heroes wear capes. Some wear suits and carry briefcases. These are the legal eagles who swoop in when the rich and famous find themselves in hot water. We're not talking about your average lawyers. These are the big guns, the ones who handle the messy, high-stakes cases that make headlines. This past year, these legal heavyweights ...

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

Unlikely Allies: Trump and Mamdani Team Up for New York

In a surprising turn of events, President Donald Trump and New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani put aside their differences and found common ground during their first meeting. Despite their contrasting backgrounds and political ideologies, both leaders rose to power through populist messages, which set the stage for their unexpected collaboration. The meeting, held i...

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Nov 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Keeping Up with the Sky: Modernizing Army Air Defense

The U. S. Army is facing a sky full of new threats. Drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles are becoming smarter and more dangerous. The old ways of defending against these threats are not enough anymore. The Army needs to adapt and modernize its air defense systems to keep up with the changing battlefield. One of the biggest challenges is the speed and comp...

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

Michigan's December Weather: What's Happening Up High?

Way up in the sky, something odd is going on. The air is getting warmer in the stratosphere, which is a big deal. This event is called a Sudden Stratospheric Warming (SSW). It can make the polar vortex, a cold air whirlwind, wobble. This could mean big changes for Michigan's weather in December. Normally, the polar vortex keeps cold air stuck near the North Pole. Bu...

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Nov 21 2025BUSINESS

A Mall's Fight to Kick Out a VR Gaming Venue

Destiny USA, a huge mall in Syracuse, New York, is in a legal battle with a virtual reality gaming company. The mall wants to evict Zero Latency, a VR gaming venue, because its lease ended a while ago. The mall says Zero Latency should have left by the end of summer, but the company is still there. Zero Latency opened in May 2023 and offers immersive gaming experien...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Security Chief Clarifies Stance on U. S. Peace Proposal

A recent development has sparked confusion regarding Ukraine's position on a U. S. -proposed peace plan. Rustem Umerov, a key figure in Ukraine's security and defense, has clarified his role in the discussions surrounding this plan. Umerov emphasized that his involvement was purely logistical, focusing on arranging meetings and facilitating dialogue. He denied any ap...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Political Tensions Surface at Cheney's Funeral

A significant political figure has passed away, and the event has sparked discussions about the current state of U. S. politics. Dick Cheney, who served as vice president under George W. Bush, was laid to rest in Washington. His funeral was attended by many high-profile figures, but notably absent were President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Cheney was k...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Ohio Lawmakers Push for More Religion in Schools: What's the Deal?

Ohio's Republican lawmakers are making waves with new bills that aim to bring more religion into public schools. One bill, called the Charlie Kirk American Heritage Act, wants to teach students about the good things Christianity has done in history. Another bill, the Historical Education Displays Act, would allow schools to display the Ten Commandments and other impo...

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Nov 21 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin Brawl: Core and Maple Clash Over Yield Products

In the world of cryptocurrency, partnerships can turn sour quickly. Core Foundation and Maple Finance, once collaborators, are now locked in a legal battle. Core accuses Maple of breaking their agreement and misusing confidential information to launch a competing product, syrupBTC. This feud started after Core secured a court injunction in the Cayman Islands to stop ...

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