JUSTIN SMITH

Nov 26 2025POLITICS

Georgia Judge Ends Trump's Election Case

A Georgia judge recently threw out the last criminal case against former President Trump related to the 2020 election. This decision means that Trump won't face criminal charges for trying to overturn the election results. Trump has had three criminal cases dropped since he was re-elected last year. Some of his close friends, like his old lawyer Rudolph Giuliani and...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

The Controversial Rise and Fall of Lindsey Halligan

Lindsey Halligan, a 36-year-old lawyer, found herself at the center of a legal storm after a federal judge dismissed cases she oversaw against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge ruled that Halligan's appointment as acting U. S. attorney was unlawful, as it violated a federal statute limiting interim appointments to ...

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

NFL's Tough Stance on Player Behavior: What's Next?

The NFL has been strict about player behavior this season. Players have been penalized for various actions. Brian Branch was suspended for hitting JuJu Smith-Schuster after a game. Drew Greenlaw faced consequences for yelling at a referee. Ja’Marr Chase got in trouble for spitting on Jalen Ramsey. On Monday night, things got messy again. Tre’von Moehrig punched Jaua...

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Nov 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI: The Creative Partner You Didn't Know You Needed

AI is changing the game for creatives. It's not taking over, but it's making things faster and easier. Think of it like a supercharged engine in a race car. It helps creatives go faster, but the driver is still in control. AI is great for brainstorming. It can help when you're stuck. Joe Lazer, a marketing expert, uses AI to get ideas flowing. He says it helps him m...

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Nov 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Tron: Ares - The Digital World Comes Home

Tron: Ares is making its way to home screens sooner than expected. Fans can catch the latest installment in the Tron series on video-on-demand starting December 2. Those eager to own a physical copy can look forward to the 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD releases on January 6. The story picks up years after the events of Tron: Legacy. This time, Julian Dillinger, played by...

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Nov 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Patti Smith Rocks the Orpheum: A Night of Punk Poetry and Power

Patti Smith took the stage at the Orpheum Theatre, kicking off with a raspy "Jesus" that dissolved into a laugh. She shook it off and dove into "Gloria, " a song that's been a part of her identity for decades. Smith, a punk poet with a legacy stretching back half a century, blends her unique spirituality with rock 'n' roll. Her resume? Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and...

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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

Labour's Tough Budget Choices: Can They Turn Unpopularity into Opportunity?

The Labour Party in the UK is currently facing a tough situation. They won a big election in 2024, but now, their popularity has dropped significantly. Polls show they have less than 20% support. This might seem bad, but it could actually be a chance for them to make bold moves without worrying too much about losing more support. Rachel Reeves, the finance minister,...

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Nov 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Shopping in the AI Age: How Tech is Changing Grocery Deals

Grocery shopping is not what it used to be. Thanks to artificial intelligence (AI), stores are getting smarter about how they price items and target shoppers. This shift is changing the way people save money and how they think about their purchases. For some, like Kimberly Roberts, saving money on groceries is a way of life. She has always been good at finding deals...

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Nov 25 2025WEATHER

Thanksgiving Travel Trouble: Snowy Surprises Ahead for Central NY

Central New York is bracing for a snowy Thanksgiving. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for the region, including Syracuse. This watch covers the busy travel days leading up to and following Thanksgiving Day. Expect heavy snowfall. More than 7 inches could pile up in certain areas. This is due to lake effect snow bands that are expected to...

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Nov 25 2025RELIGION

Bibles Are Selling Like Hotcakes, But Why?

In a world where fewer people are going to church, something interesting is happening. Bible sales are going through the roof. In 2025, over 18 million Bibles have been sold so far. That's a lot of holy books! The most popular ones include the English Standard Bible, the Adventure Bible for kids, and the She Reads Truth Bible. There's even a pink, giant-print King J...

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