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A Lima Hero: The Grinch Who Brings Joy to the Streets

December 18, 2025

In the heart of Lima, a man named Jeferson Castro is turning heads and lifting spirits. He's not your typical taxi driver. Castro dresses as the Grinch, but instead of stealing Christmas, he's giving it away. His taxi, a three-wheeled vehicle, is decked out with lights, a sleigh, and even reindeer.

business

How Cheese Pulls Are Saving Old-School Restaurants

December 17, 2025

Chain restaurants have been around for ages, and they're not going anywhere soon. They're cheap, familiar, and comforting, which is why they're everywhere. But times are tough, and people are eating out less. So, how do these places stay alive? One answer: cheese pulls. Cheese pulls are all over so

entertainment

A Hitman's Tale: From Crime to Grocery Store Dreams

December 14, 2025

In the world of crime, retirement isn't always peaceful. Angelo Cipriani, a seasoned hitman, finds himself in a dull routine, interrupted only by a visit from well-meaning nuns offering him a job at a grocery store. This is the setting of "The Last Hitman, " a gripping novel by Robin Yocum. Angelo,

environment

Chornobyl's Protective Shield Takes a Hit

December 6, 2025

The Chornobyl nuclear plant, a site of a massive nuclear disaster in 1986, is in the news again. This time, it's not about the disaster but about the protective shield built to contain radioactive material. The shield, finished in 2019, has taken a hit from a drone strike. The International Atomic E

business

A Local Design Firm Expands Its Footprint

December 3, 2025

In San Rafael, a home decor business is making a big move. The Still Collective has taken over a large former FedEx building. This space is much bigger than their current one. They will now have 28, 500 square feet to work with. That's a lot more room than their current 6, 400 square feet. The comp

politics

A Controversial Release: Former Honduras Leader Freed After Trump's Pardon

December 2, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández has been set free. He was behind bars for nearly four years after being convicted of serious drug trafficking charges. The U. S. Bureau of Prisons confirmed his release from a West Virginia prison. His wife, Ana García,

politics

Honduras Votes: A Narrow Lead and Lingering Doubts

December 1, 2025

In Honduras, a tight race for the presidency is underway, with Nasry Asfura of the Conservative National Party holding a slight edge. Asfura, a former mayor of Tegucigalpa, has garnered around 41% of the counted votes so far. Close behind is Salvador Nasralla of the Liberal Party, with approximately

politics

Honduras Votes Amid Fraud Fears and High Stakes

November 30, 2025

Honduras is in the middle of a big vote. They are choosing a new president. This vote is important. It is also very tense. Many people worry about cheating. Three main candidates are in the race. They are Rixi Moncada, Nasry Asfura, and Salvador Nasralla. Polls show they are very close. No one know

politics

Trump's Surprising Move: Pardoning a Convicted Ex-President

November 29, 2025

President Donald Trump has announced that he will pardon Juan Orlando Hernandez, the former president of Honduras. Hernandez was found guilty in 2024 of serious crimes related to drugs and weapons. He was given a long prison sentence of 45 years. Trump said on social media that he made this decision

sports

Fight Night Fever: UFC 324 Brings Big Matches and Bigger Questions

November 28, 2025

UFC 324 is shaping up to be a blockbuster event, with some major fights announced. The UFC has teamed up with Paramount, and they're starting things off with a bang. Two big title fights are headlining the event: Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight title, and Kayla Harrison