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Dec 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Surrealism's Century: A Wild Ride Through Dreams and Reality

Surrealism is turning 100, and it's still as confusing and fascinating as ever. This art movement, known for its love of dreams and the bizarre, started as a writing project but soon took over the art world. People often think of Salvador Dalí and René Magritte when they hear "Surrealism, " and you

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Dec 19 2025FINANCE

Stocks to Watch: Exxon and Bank of America's Big Move

The market is buzzing about value stocks making a comeback. After a strong week post-Fed meeting, investors are eyeing two key players: Exxon Mobil and Bank of America. These companies could be the canaries in the coal mine for the value sector's performance in 2026. Exxon Mobil, a giant in the ene

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Dec 19 2025CRIME

A New Leader for DC Police Amidst Challenges

Jeffery Carroll is stepping up as the new interim police chief in Washington, DC. He's been with the police force since 2002. The announcement came after the previous chief, Pamela Smith, decided to step down. Carroll is no stranger to big responsibilities. He's been in charge of day-to-day operati

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Dec 19 2025POLITICS

Lawmakers Clash Over How to Tackle Crime and Immigration

In Washington, two different plans are being put forward to deal with crime and immigration. One plan, from a Republican, wants to give local police more money and tools to fight drug cartels. The other, from a Democrat, wants to limit how local police can work with federal immigration officers. Th

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Dec 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Rob Reiner: A Life of Stories and Impact

Rob Reiner was a big deal in American entertainment. His movies and TV shows have left a lasting mark on culture. He started young, acting in small roles and writing for shows like "The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. " But he really made his mark as a director. His first big hit was "This Is Spinal

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Dec 19 2025SPORTS

The Secret Ingredients to Beach Handball Success

Beach handball is a sport that combines speed, strength, and agility. But what exactly makes a player excel in this dynamic game? A recent study shed some light on this question by examining young athletes aiming for the Brazilian National Team in the 2017 Beach Handball World Championships. The re

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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

EU's Monthly Check-Up: What's New in December?

The EU's monthly snapshot of key trends is out, giving a peek into the economy, jobs, and more. This isn't just any report; it's a quick, easy-to-digest look at what's been happening across the EU and a few neighboring countries. The economy is doing okay, not great, not terrible. It's growing, but

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Dec 19 2025POLITICS

Republicans Shift Focus: Health Care or Transgender Care?

Republicans are making a big deal about transgender health care. They say they're protecting kids from treatments they think are harmful. But doctors say they're wrong. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association support gender-affirming care. They say it's important for

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Dec 19 2025POLITICS

New Rules Targeting Trans Youth Health Care

The Trump administration is making big moves against trans youth. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. just announced plans to cut off federal funding for hospitals that provide gender-affirming care to minors. This includes treatments like puberty blockers, hormones, and surgery. The administrati

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Dec 19 2025HEALTH

Rewarding Doctors for Better Health in 2025

In 2025, a big change happened in healthcare on the Central Coast. A program called QCIP gave over $16 million to doctors in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. This money was for doing a great job taking care of patients. The program focuses on important health areas like managing diabetes,

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