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A Call for Honest Talk About Islam and Terrorism

December 19, 2025

In the wake of recent violent events, like the shooting at Bondi Beach in Australia, a pressing question arises: How should the West address the role of Islam in global terrorism? Actor James Woods recently sparked a heated debate on the social media platform X. He highlighted the targeting of Jews

business

Is MCE Really a Better Deal for Contra Costa County?

December 19, 2025

MCE, or Marin Clean Energy, has been making waves in Contra Costa County. It promised cheaper and greener energy, breaking PG&E's monopoly. But is it really delivering? MCE is now mostly a Contra Costa operation. Fifteen of its nineteen cities, plus unincorporated areas, have joined. That's more cu

politics

North Korea's Troops in Ukraine: What's Really Happening?

December 19, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, Russian President Vladimir Putin recently thanked North Korea for their soldiers' efforts in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This comes after North Korean leader Kim Jong-un held a grand ceremony to welcome back troops who had been working in the Kursk region of Russ

politics

Russians' Big Questions for Putin: War and Money Matters

December 19, 2025

Russians are getting ready for their president's yearly live Q&A. A recent survey shows that people are most worried about two big things: the ongoing war and the struggling economy. The survey, done by the independent Levada Center, asked over 1, 600 Russians what they wanted to ask Putin. A lot o

weather

DC Braces for Rainy Friday and Chilly Weekend

December 19, 2025

The DC area is in for a weather rollercoaster. Rain is on the way, and it's going to be a wet Friday. A cold front is pushing through, bringing showers and gusty winds. The rain will start Thursday evening and stick around until the weekend. Expect heavy rain and strong winds between 4 a. m. and 9

weather

Central Pennsylvania Braces for Stormy Weather

December 19, 2025

Central Pennsylvania is in for a wild weather ride. A big storm is coming, bringing lots of rain and very strong winds. The National Weather Service has warned everyone to be ready for high winds. First, rain will start falling tonight and will keep going all night. Most places will get about half

entertainment

Nepal's Bold Leap into Sci-Fi Cinema

December 19, 2025

Nepal is making waves in the film industry with its first-ever science fiction movie, "Eklo I. " This isn't just any film; it's a big deal for Nepal's movie scene. The movie is set to hit theaters in Nepal on January 1st and will also be shown in the U. S. and U. K. a few days later. It's a huge ste

weather

Bracing for a Chilly Thursday: Wind, Snow, and Ice Take Over

December 18, 2025

The Twin Cities are in for a rough day on Thursday. A weather alert is out, warning of strong winds, a bit of snow, and roads that could turn icy in a flash. The advisory starts at 9 a. m. and lasts until 9 p. m. , so plan ahead. Wind is the big story here. Gusts between 45 and 60 mph are expected

finance

Stock Market Buzz: What's Making Waves Today?

December 18, 2025

The stock market is having a wild ride lately, and today is no different. Let's dive in and see what's shaking things up. First off, inflation numbers are looking a bit better, which has given stocks a little boost. Bond yields are dropping too. But don't get too excited—yesterday was rough, especi

politics

Australia's Gun Laws: Are They Really the Solution?

December 18, 2025

After the recent attack at Bondi Beach, many people in Australia are calling for stricter gun laws. They believe that if people had fewer guns, there would be less violence. But is this really the case? Australia already has some of the strictest gun laws in the world. Semi-automatic guns are banne