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america

The Friend Behind Gronk's Screen Double

October 12, 2024

Rob Gronkowski, the famous football player, has a surprising connection to the actor who portrays him in the FX show "American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez." In a recent interview on FanDuel's "Up & Adams" show, Gronkowski revealed that the actor playing him is none other than his close friend and

education

Learning California's Native History: A Necessary Change

October 11, 2024

Imagine learning that your ancestors faced brutal attacks and forced labor, yet their stories are barely mentioned in history books. For Native American students in California, this will soon change. A new law makes it mandatory for schools to teach about the hardships and resilience of Native Calif

sports

The Truth Behind American Sports Story: Fact vs. Fiction

October 10, 2024

American Sports Story's latest episode, "The Man," has stirred up controversy for its changes to Aaron Hernandez's story. The show portrays Hernandez, played by Josh Rivera, as a complex figure with a troubled upbringing. It follows his journey from a Florida Gator to the New England Patriots, under

sports

Nix and Surtain Lead Broncos to Thrilling Win against Raiders

October 7, 2024

The Las Vegas Raiders started strong, scoring the first 10 points. But then, everything changed. The Denver Broncos took over, scoring 34 unanswered points for a final score of 34-18. With this win, the Broncos now stand at 3-2, while the Raiders dropped to 2-3. One of the key players, rookie quarte

crime

American Detained in Russia: A Different Story

October 7, 2024

Meet Stephen Hubbard, a 72-year-old from Michigan. He's not your typical fighter; he was an English teacher traveling the world. But in April 2022, Russian forces detained him while he was in Ukraine. Why? They say he fought against them as a mercenary for money. Stephen says no way, he's a pacifist

sports

The Relentless Boxer: Claressa's Story

October 7, 2024

The film "The Fire Inside," written by Barry Jenkins and starring Ryan Destiny as Claressa, explores the remarkable journey of a young woman from Flint who overcomes her harsh personality and limited opportunities to become an Olympic boxing champion. Ryan Destiny brilliantly portrays Claressa's res

education

Should Texas Schools Teach the Bible? Many Christians Say No!

October 6, 2024

Imagine walking into a Texas elementary school classroom and seeing Bible stories on the curriculum. That's what could happen if a new proposal by the Texas Education Agency is approved in November. The plan suggests including Biblical lessons in state reading and language arts classes. But not all

crime

DEA Fails to Report Abuse by Foreign Partners, Watchdog Finds

October 6, 2024

Imagine you're fighting a war on drugs, and your allies are breaking the rules. That's what happened with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). A government watchdog recently criticized the DEA for not quickly reporting human rights violations by their Latin American partners. These partne

business

Top Stocks to Watch in the U.S.: A Look at Key Players and Market Trends

October 6, 2024

The current market environment is filled with opportunities, according to Bank of America. Strategist Nigel Tupper noted that global earnings are improving, U.S. monetary policy is easing, and China's stimulus efforts are all contributing to a positive outlook for equity markets. This is especially

politics

Native Tribes Speak Out: A Casino Plan's Impact on Ancestral Lands

October 6, 2024

Patwin tribes in California are worried about a proposed casino project that threatens their ancestral lands. The Department of the Interior is pushing this plan, which would see an eight-story casino built by the Scotts Valley Pomo tribe on Patwin territory. This development could destroy cultural