RICHARD YU

Nov 25 2025CRIME

A News Anchor's Fall from Grace: The PPP Scam and Its Aftermath

A former news anchor, Stephanie Hockridge, has been sentenced to a decade behind bars for her part in a massive pandemic loan scam. This scam involved siphoning over $63 million from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a government initiative aimed at helping small businesses during the pandemic. Hockridge, who once worked for Phoenix’s ABC15, will now serve her t...

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Nov 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Nintendo's Black Friday 2025: Games, Amiibo, and More on Sale!

Nintendo's Black Friday 2025 sale is now live, offering discounts on a variety of games, amiibo, and accessories. The sale includes popular titles like Super Mario Odyssey, which is ranked fourth on IGN's "Top 100 Nintendo Games of All Time, " for just $30. Other notable games on sale include Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Remake, Splatoon 3, Luigi Mansion 3, Ze...

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

College Football's Wild Ride: Who's In, Who's Out, and Who's Fighting for a Spot?

College football is heating up, and the stakes are higher than ever. With the College Football Playoff (CFP) spots up for grabs, teams are fighting tooth and nail to secure their place. The ACC is a mess, with three teams tied at the top. Virginia, SMU, and Pittsburgh all have just one conference loss, and Miami is still hoping for an at-large spot. It's anyone's gam...

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Nov 23 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebs Turning a Year Wiser: November 23, 2025 Edition

November 23, 2025, marks a special day for many stars. It's not just any day; it's the day when several famous faces add another candle to their birthday cakes. From TV hosts to singers, actors to models, this date is packed with notable birthdays. Robin Roberts, a well-known TV personality, is celebrating her 65th birthday. She's not just on TV; she's also made an ...

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Nov 23 2025RELIGION

Young Women Join the Missionary Force at 18

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has made a big change. They now allow young women to start their missionary work at 18, just like young men. This change happened right away. The church said that young women can begin their missions after finishing high school. Many young women are excited about this. At Brigham Young University, students like Kate Be...

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia Shines in Big Win Over Kentucky

Diego Pavia had a standout performance, throwing for 484 yards and five touchdowns. This was the most yards he has ever thrown in a single game. He also ran for 48 yards and scored another touchdown, making his total points for the game five. This win kept Vanderbilt's hopes alive for a spot in the College Football Playoff. Vanderbilt is now 9-2 on the season. This ...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Building Stronger Communities: A Call for Smart Leadership in Alaska

In Eagle River, Alaska, a debate is brewing about what truly represents conservative values. At the heart of this discussion are strong schools, safe communities, and fiscal discipline. These are not just buzzwords; they are the foundation of a thriving society. However, recent political actions have raised questions about whether these values are being upheld. Duri...

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Nov 23 2025HEALTH

What Happened to the Tourists in Bali?

A young traveler from China lost her life in Bali, and others got very sick. They were staying at a budget hostel in Canggu. Around 20 guests suffered from vomiting, diarrhea, chills, and trouble breathing. One of them, Leila Li, spent five days fighting for her life. The friend who died, Deqing Zhuoga, was found in her room, wearing just an unbuttoned blue shirt, su...

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Nov 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrity Birthday Bash: November 22, 2025 Edition

November 22, 2025, is a big day for stars! Many famous faces are celebrating their birthdays today. From Hollywood legends to rising talents, let's dive into who's blowing out the candles. Mark Ruffalo, known for his powerful roles, is turning 58. Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, he's come a long way from his hometown. Hailey Bieber, the stunning model, is celebrating he...

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Nov 22 2025SPORTS

Weekend College Football: What to Watch and Why It Matters

College football's Week 13 is not packed with thrilling matchups. Some of this is due to conferences being too big, others are taking a break, and the SEC is playing easy teams. Out of the top 10 teams, three aren't playing, two face much weaker opponents, and three are favorites by a huge margin. Still, there are some important games that could affect who makes it ...

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