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Sixers vs. Knicks: Where to Watch and What to Expect

December 19, 2025

The Philadelphia 76ers are set to play the New York Knicks, but fans won't see it on regular TV. Instead, they need to go to Amazon Prime Video. This is because of a big deal Amazon made with the NBA. The deal lasts until the 2035-36 season and is worth almost $20 billion. Joel Embiid, the Sixers'

sports

Vermont's Winter Sports Stars Shine Bright

December 16, 2025

Vermont's winter sports season is heating up, and fans are getting a say in who gets the spotlight. From hockey to wrestling and basketball, athletes are making big moves and fans are voting for their favorites. This is the first time in the 2025-26 season that the public can vote for the top athlet

sports

A New Softball Star Joins the Family Legacy

December 13, 2025

Alivia Cavotta, a standout softball player from Chittenango, has made a big decision. She has decided to play softball at Le Moyne College. This is a big deal because she is the third child in her family to play college sports. Her brother, Aiden, is already making waves as a senior defensive back

finance

Hedge Funds Navigate Market Shifts in November

December 12, 2025

November was a month of ups and downs for hedge funds. Despite a rough start with tech stocks taking a hit, big names like Citadel, Balyasny, and Point72 still managed to make gains. Citadel, based in Miami and led by billionaire Ken Griffin, saw its main fund, Wellington, rise by 1. 4%. This bring

finance

Big Moves in Tech: Why One Investor Bet Big on Some and Dumped Amazon

December 12, 2025

Ken Griffin, the head of Citadel Advisors, made some interesting choices in the tech world during the last quarter. With a massive $50. 1 billion under management, Griffin is a big player. He increased his investments in most of the top tech companies, but there was one notable exception: Amazon. G

finance

Stocks on Blockchain: A Clash of Titans

December 12, 2025

A battle is brewing in the world of finance. It's all about trading stocks using blockchain technology. Big names like Robinhood and BlackRock are getting involved. They like the idea of 24/7 trading and instant settlements. It also cuts out middlemen and opens up new ways to use stocks as collatera

education

Teachers in the Cloud: Benton Harbor's High-Tech Fix for Classroom Gaps

December 12, 2025

In Benton Harbor, Michigan, a unique approach is being used to tackle the teacher shortage. Instead of traditional teachers, some classrooms have virtual educators. These teachers are live-streamed into the classroom. This idea came from a suggestion by the school superintendent, Simone Griffin. She

crime

Lavish Living: How Stolen Funds Fueled a Life of Luxury

December 11, 2025

In Minnesota, a group of people, many from the Somali community, took advantage of a program meant to feed hungry kids. They stole hundreds of millions of dollars meant for meals and used it to live lavishly. They bought fancy cars, luxurious homes, and even took trips to exotic places like the Mald

business

Chicago's Cultural Workers Stand Up for Fair Pay and Rights

December 11, 2025

Chicago's cultural workers are joining forces to demand better pay and working conditions. Many of them feel undervalued and underpaid, especially after the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Workers at various museums and cultural sites have been successful in forming unions and securi

celebrities

Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at the Stars Turning a Year Older This Week

December 9, 2025

This week, a bunch of famous faces are celebrating their birthdays. From legendary actors to chart-topping musicians, there's a mix of old and new stars to talk about. Let's start with some of the older crowd. On December 14th, we have Abbe Lane, who's turning 94. She's a singer and actor who's bee