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Dec 13 2025FINANCE

A Pennsylvania Company Gets Its Sales Tax License Back

In a recent turn of events, a Pennsylvania company had its sales tax license reinstated. The company had been in a legal tussle with the Department of Revenue after its license was revoked due to unpaid taxes. The company argued that the issue stemmed from an ex-employee who had not filed the necess

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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 2025WEATHER

Washington's Skagit River: A Test of Time and Tides

In the heart of western Washington, the Skagit River has been pushing its limits, testing the strength of levees that have stood since the last big flood in 2021. The river, swollen by relentless rain, reached a record height of nearly 38 feet, putting the town of Burlington and its 9, 200 residents

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Dec 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Streaming Giants Take Over Empty Malls

The American mall is getting a makeover. Netflix, the streaming giant, is stepping in to fill the empty spaces left behind by struggling department stores. The company has opened its first Netflix House in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. This is not just any store. It is a massive 100, 000-square-foo

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Dec 13 2025CRIME

A Missouri Mystery: Unraveling a Tragic Basement Discovery

In a quiet neighborhood of Sunset Hills, a grim discovery was made. A woman, later identified as 64-year-old Melissa Anderson, was found dead in the basement of a home. The circumstances surrounding her death have shocked the community and raised many questions. A man, Joseph Michael Marino, 30, ha

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Dec 13 2025SPORTS

Local High School Athletes Shine Bright in December

High school sports in the Cincinnati area have been heating up, with standout performances across various teams and individuals. Football, basketball, bowling, swimming, gymnastics, and wrestling have all seen impressive achievements. In football, Jake Britt from St. Xavier made a notable impact in

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Dec 13 2025SPORTS

Golf's Struggle for Spotlight in British Sports Awards

The BBC Sports Personality of the Year (SPOTY) awards are a big deal in the UK. They celebrate the best athletes of the year, with the main prize going to the most popular one. But golfers have had a tough time winning this award. Only two golfers have ever won the top prize. Dai Rees won in 1957,

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Dec 13 2025OPINION

Breaking the Chain: A Fresh Look at Juvenile Violence

Juvenile violence in Bernalillo County is a real issue. But, are these kids born violent? Probably not. The real problem seems to be family struggles and not enough community support. Locking them up might not be the best solution. It could even make things worse. Researchers found that bad stuff h

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Dec 13 2025HEALTH

Is Medical Marijuana Really Helping?

In the United States, a large number of people use cannabis for medical reasons, such as relieving pain, anxiety, and sleep issues. However, a recent review of 15 years of research suggests that the evidence supporting its benefits is often weak or unclear. Additionally, nearly 30% of medical cannab

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Dec 13 2025SCIENCE

Little Brains, Big Emotions: How Babies React to Food After Feeling Frustrated

Ever wondered how babies react to food when they're feeling upset? Scientists wanted to know too. They brought 12-month-old babies into a lab. First, the babies ate lunch until they were full. Then, they had to do something frustrating. While the babies wore special caps to measure brain activity, t

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