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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Franklin the Turtle: A Unlikely Political Mascot

Franklin the Turtle, a beloved children's character, has found himself in the middle of a political storm. The Trump administration has been using images of Franklin in various contexts, much to the dismay of the character's publisher. The Department of Health and Human Services recently posted an

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Dec 09 2025EDUCATION

Graduate Degrees in Accounting Face Funding Hurdles

The Education Department has stirred up controversy by redefining which graduate degrees qualify as "professional" for federal student loans. Accounting degrees were notably left off the list, alongside other fields like nursing, engineering, and architecture. This decision could significantly impac

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Dec 09 2025EDUCATION

Big Changes Coming to Ridge Schools: $8 Million for Fields, Tracks, and Roofs

The Bernards Township School District is making some big moves. They're spending around $8 million to fix up their schools. This money will go to improving the Varsity Field, resurfacing the Ridge track, and replacing roofs at two schools. First up, the Varsity Field at Ridge High School is getting

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Dec 09 2025BUSINESS

Big Changes Ahead: Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery Merge

President Donald Trump recently shared his thoughts on the potential merger between Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery. He believes this deal could lead to a significant shift in the entertainment industry due to the combined market power of the two companies. Trump mentioned that he would play a r

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Dec 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Variety Shines at National Awards

Variety has done it again, taking home a whopping 20 awards at the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards. This is a big jump from the 14 they won last year. They won in all sorts of categories, from news and business reporting to commentary and photography. Chris Willman, their chief mu

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Dec 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Big Shift: How Streaming Giants Are Changing Movies

Movies have changed a lot over the years. Not all of it is good. The quality of movies has been going down. This is especially true for the regular movies that come out every weekend. They are often forgettable or just plain bad. This is not just an opinion. It is backed up by facts. The number of

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

How Chatbots are Shaking Up Voting Choices for Young Adults

Chatbots are stepping into the political arena, aiming to inform young voters who aren't yet tied to any party. These digital assistants, powered by advanced language models, are designed to provide personalized, balanced information about political parties and their stances. But do they actually sw

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Dec 09 2025HEALTH

How Past Experiences Shape Your Digital World

Ever thought about why some people brush off online hate while others take it hard? Well, it turns out that what happened in your early years might have a lot to do with it. A big study involving 14, 000 adults uncovered that those who had rough childhoods might find it tougher to deal with online b

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Dec 09 2025CRIME

DC Police Chief Steps Down Amid Crime Data Controversy

The DC Police Chief, Pamela A. Smith, has resigned. She has been in the role for just over two years. Her departure comes as the city faces serious allegations of tampering with crime statistics. The Department of Justice (DOJ) is looking into this matter. They believe that some crimes were not repo

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Dec 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Crime Doc Takes the Crown from Stranger Things

Stranger Things, the popular sci-fi series, is no longer the most-watched show on Netflix. This might come as a surprise to many fans. Netflix has seen huge success with original series like The Witcher, Wednesday, and Squid Game. These shows have not only gained massive popularity but also sparked

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