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Dec 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Young Piano Star Hits Big Stage

John Michael Klein, a 13-year-old from Lakewood, is about to play at the famous Carnegie Hall in New York. This is a big deal for any musician, but especially for someone so young. Mikey, as his friends call him, has been practicing a lot to get here. He won a competition online, and that's how he g

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Dec 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI and Creativity: A New Alliance Takes Shape

The Digital Entertainment Group (DEG) has just introduced DEG. AI, a new alliance aimed at guiding the media and entertainment industry through the AI revolution. The focus is on using AI to boost human creativity, not replace it. AI is changing the game in animation, post-production, and more. But

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Dec 10 2025OPINION

Letters to the Editor: A Mixed Bag of Thoughts

In the bustling city of Philadelphia, a reader expressed relief after learning about a federal law designed to protect religious institutions. The law, known as the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act, was amended to include religious sites. The reader questioned why the Department of Justice

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Dec 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Waymo's Driverless Car Takes an Unplanned Tour Through a Police Scene

A Waymo driverless car found itself in the middle of a police standoff in Los Angeles. This wasn't part of the plan. The car, owned by Alphabet's Waymo, rolled up to a scene where police were arresting a suspect. A video of the event quickly went viral, showing the car driving close to the suspect a

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Dec 10 2025CRIME

Fighting Crime in the Digital Age: How Tech is Changing the Game

Crime fighting has always been a tough job. But now, with new technology, it's getting a major upgrade. In DeKalb County, they're using high-tech tools to stay ahead of criminals. This isn't just about catching bad guys after the fact. It's about stopping crime before it even happens. People often

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Dec 10 2025BUSINESS

Sticky Stuff: How Glues are Changing the Game

Adhesives are everywhere. They hold our world together, quite literally. From the buildings we live in to the cars we drive, these sticky substances are a big deal. They make things stronger, lighter, and more efficient. In construction, they keep materials like wood and metal firmly in place. In ca

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

Florida's Hidden Detention Camp: What You Need to Know

Many people think the Alligator Alcatraz detention camp in Florida is closed. It's not. This place has been running since July 2025, despite legal challenges. A judge ordered it to shut down in August 2025 because it didn't do the right environmental checks. But an appeals court blocked that decisio

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Dec 10 2025LIFESTYLE

Love at 50: Navigating Family Ties and New Beginnings

A woman finds herself in a complex situation after falling for her ex's brother. She and David, both nearing 50, have discovered a deep connection. However, David is worried about his mother's reaction. He fears his mom might disapprove, and he's even willing to end things if she says no. This is a

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Dec 10 2025OPINION

Standing Up for Rights: Why the U. S. Needs to Do Better

Human rights are a big deal. They are the foundation of a fair and just society. The United States, a country that helped create the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, needs to take a good, hard look at its own actions. Under President Donald Trump, things have taken a turn for the worse. The t

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

Trump Administration Pushes ICC to Change Rules for His Benefit

The Trump administration is pressuring the International Criminal Court (ICC) to modify its founding document to prevent any future investigations into Trump and his top officials. This demand comes with a warning: if the ICC doesn't comply, the U. S. might impose new sanctions on the court and its

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