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Nov 26 2025BUSINESS

Erin Truex's Journey: A New Chapter for Beverly Main Streets

Erin Truex, the leader of Beverly Main Streets, has announced her departure at the end of the year. She shared her thoughts with the community, expressing gratitude and pride in the work accomplished together. Truex took on the role in early 2024 and has since driven significant revenue for local ar

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Nov 26 2025HEALTH

A Shift in Leadership: Vaccine Skeptic Takes Top CDC Role

A surprising change has happened at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Ralph Abraham, a former Louisiana health official, has been appointed as the deputy director. This is notable because Abraham has been vocal about his doubts regarding Covid-19 vaccines, even calling them "dang

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

National Parks Get a Price Hike: Who Pays More?

Big changes are coming to U. S. national parks. Starting next year, international visitors will pay a lot more to enter. The idea is to make sure they help take care of these special places. For Americans, there's a new annual pass with a familiar price tag. It's still $80, same as before. But ther

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

Thanksgiving Turkeys Get a Second Chance

President Donald Trump made news on Tuesday, not just for pardoning two turkeys, but also for hinting at a potential peace deal between Ukraine and Russia. The two turkeys, Gobble and Waddle, raised on a small farm in North Carolina, won't be ending up on anyone's dinner table this Thanksgiving. Ins

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

New Fees for Foreign Visitors to U. S. National Parks

The U. S. government is planning to raise prices for international visitors to national parks starting next year. This move comes as fewer tourists from other countries are visiting the U. S. due to political tensions and a decline in foreign tourism. Starting January 1, the annual park pass for no

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Nov 26 2025EDUCATION

Schools Under Scrutiny for Antisemitism

Fairfax County Public Schools, the biggest district in Virginia, is now under the microscope. A House committee is digging into claims of antisemitism within its walls. This isn't just happening in Fairfax, though. Schools in Berkeley, California, and Philadelphia are also being looked at. Why is t

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Nov 26 2025HEALTH

Why RFK Jr. 's Vaccine Stance is Causing Concern

RFK Jr. has recently made some big changes to the CDC's stance on vaccines and autism. He's been saying that vaccines might cause autism, even though lots of studies say they don't. This is a big deal because vaccines are super important for keeping people healthy. RFK Jr. has been making some big

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Vaccines and Autism: What You Need to Know

The CDC website has recently changed its stance on vaccines and autism, causing quite a stir. Before, it clearly stated that no studies had found a link between vaccines and autism. Now, it says that studies haven't ruled out the possibility that vaccines might contribute to autism. This change was

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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

Legal Wins and Military Shifts: A Look at Recent U. S. Decisions

A federal judge recently dismissed criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge ruled that the prosecutor, Lindsey Halligan, was not lawfully appointed. This decision is a blow to former President Trump's efforts to pursue legal action

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Nov 25 2025RELIGION

One Partner, One Life: Vatican's Take on Marriage

The Vatican has made it clear: for Catholics, one spouse is the way to go. In a recent statement, the Church's top doctrinal office, backed by Pope Leo, emphasized that marriage should be a lifelong commitment between one man and one woman. This isn't just about tradition; it's about the belief that

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