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Dec 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Films That Reflect Our World

This year, several films stood out by showing stories of people fighting against unfair systems. These movies were not set in fantasy worlds but in real-life situations, making them feel more urgent and important. One of these films is "It Was Just An Accident" by Jafar Panahi. It tells the story o

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Dec 21 2025RELIGION

A Hidden Gem in New Mexico: Where Silence Speaks Louder Than Words

In the heart of New Mexico, far from the hustle and bustle of city life, lies a unique sanctuary. The Monastery of Christ in the Desert is a place where silence is golden, and the only sounds you'll hear are the chants of monks and the gentle flow of the Chama River. This monastery is home to 15 mon

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Dec 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Ariana Grande's Funny and Heartfelt SNL Return

The last Saturday Night Live of 2025 started with a bang. Donald Trump, played by James Austin Johnson, gave a warning about "arctic immigrants" sneaking in through chimneys. He also talked about some made-up achievements, like renaming the Kennedy Center and invading "Venezuelar" alone. Johnson's p

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Dec 21 2025SPORTS

Group of Five Teams Face Tough Reality in College Football Playoff

The College Football Playoff (CFP) once again proved to be a tough nut to crack for Group of Five (G5) teams. James Madison, a standout team from the Sun Belt Conference, faced off against the Oregon Ducks in the first round of the CFP. Despite a valiant effort, the Dukes fell short, losing 51-34. T

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Dec 21 2025SPORTS

Luka Dončić’s Night Cut Short by Injury

The Los Angeles Lakers faced a tough night on the court, and it wasn’t just because of the Clippers. Star player Luka Dončić had to leave the game early due to a left leg contusion. This injury came during the second quarter, and Dončić didn’t return for the second half. Dončić, who is leading the

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Dec 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Bowen Yang's Musical Exit from SNL

Bowen Yang's last appearance on "Saturday Night Live" was a big deal. He chose to say goodbye with a song. This is not new. Other cast members have done the same before. Kristen Wiig, for example, had a rockstar send-off. Mick Jagger and Arcade Fire played for her. Cecily Strong also had a musical

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Dec 21 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking the Secrets of Breast Cancer Treatment Resistance

Breast cancer treatments have come a long way, but resistance to drugs is still a big hurdle. One such drug, trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd), is used to treat breast cancer that has spread and has a specific marker called HER2. However, over time, the cancer often becomes resistant to this treatment.

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Dec 21 2025CRIME

Night of Terror: Nine Lives Lost in South African Pub Shooting

In the early hours of Sunday, a peaceful night in the township of Bekkersdal turned into a nightmare. A group of armed men stormed a local pub, leaving nine people dead and at least ten others injured. This shocking event took place in the KwaNoxolo tavern, located in the Tambo section of Bekkersdal

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Dec 21 2025POLITICS

America's Modern Royalty: Trump's Bold Power Play

The United States has long prided itself on being a democracy, but recent events suggest a shift towards a more monarchical style of leadership. President Trump has been making waves with his grand displays of power and influence. His recent state visits have been nothing short of spectacular, compl

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Dec 21 2025WEATHER

San Francisco's Surprise Power Plunge

San Francisco faced a major power outage on a recent Saturday. Over 125, 000 people were left in the dark. That's nearly a third of the city's population. The issue started in the morning and got worse as the day went on. The outage hit many neighborhoods. Areas like Richmond, Sunset, Haight Ashbur

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