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A Hitman's Race Against Time

January 1, 2026

Patrick Dempsey is back in the crime genre with a new role that might remind fans of Dexter. This time, he plays Angelo Ledda, a hitman facing a tough challenge. Angelo has early-onset Alzheimer's, which is making his memory fade. He must hide his dangerous job from his family while his mind betrays

crime

Crime Rates Plummeting Across America: What's Behind the Big Drop?

January 1, 2026

In a surprising turn of events, the United States is seeing a huge drop in homicides. Experts believe that by the end of 2025, the country will have seen the biggest one-year drop in homicides ever recorded. This news comes from early crime data collected from 550 police departments. The numbers su

politics

The FBI's Identity Crisis: How Diversity Efforts Split the Bureau

January 1, 2026

Nicole Parker, a former FBI agent, has shared her critical view on the impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the FBI. She believes these efforts have caused significant division and harm to the agency's core mission. Parker, who served for 12 years, witnessed a growing

crime

Ashleigh Banfield's New Chapter: From Prime Time to True Crime Digital Ventures

January 1, 2026

Ashleigh Banfield, a seasoned journalist, is making a significant career shift. She will step down from hosting her prime time show on NewsNation and take on a new role focusing on true crime content for the network's digital platform. True crime content is still a big hit. Banfield's move comes at

environment

A New Era of Celebrations: Greece and Cyprus Go Quiet for New Year's

January 1, 2026

Greece and Cyprus are making a big change for New Year's Eve in 2026. Instead of loud fireworks, they are opting for quieter celebrations. This shift is all about making the festivities more enjoyable for everyone, especially kids and pets. Athens started this trend last year with "quiet" fireworks

finance

Good News for Homebuyers: Mortgage Rates Drop in Late 2025

January 1, 2026

Mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest point in 2025, giving homebuyers a bit of good news as the year comes to a close. The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is now at 6. 15%, down from 6. 18% the previous week. This is a significant drop from the start of the year, when rates were aro

business

Big Companies and the Graying Workforce: What's Being Done?

January 1, 2026

The workforce is getting older, and big companies are starting to notice. Some are taking steps to keep older workers around, while others are lagging behind. Walmart, for example, is tweaking jobs to suit older employees. Microsoft is offering extra care to support aging workers. Google is helping

education

A Long Goodbye to a Dedicated Educator

January 1, 2026

The Highland Local Schools District Board of Education recently celebrated the retirement of Robert Kelly, a long-serving board member. Kelly's journey in public service began long before his time on the school board. He started as a Granger Township trustee and later served on the Medina County Boa

education

Why Some Families Are Choosing Classical Christian Schools

January 1, 2026

Parents in the Washington, D. C. area are increasingly turning to classical Christian schools. This isn't just about religion. It's about finding a different way to educate kids. Many feel that traditional public schools are not meeting their needs. They want a system that offers structure, moral gu

entertainment

Little Rock's Clinton Center: A Hub of Ideas and Culture

January 1, 2026

The Clinton Presidential Center in Little Rock is gearing up for an exciting lineup of events in early 2026. This isn't just about looking back at history; it's about sparking conversations that matter today. First up, in January, the center is bringing together two big thinkers: Cornel West and Ro