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Who Belted Out the National Anthem at Past Inaugurations?

January 20, 2025

Ever wondered who sang the national anthem at presidential inaugurations? Well, let's take a quick trip down memory lane. In 2017, Donald Trump picked opera tenor Christopher Macchio, with Carrie Underwood performing "America the Beautiful. " But who came before them? Back in 1961, John F. Kennedy

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Trump's Return: Hollywood in a State of Shock

January 20, 2025

When Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election, Hollywood was taken aback. Industry insiders quickly realized that Trump's return to power could mean big changes for business. Some, like John Malone and David Zaslav, saw potential for mergers and acquisitions. But there were concerns too. Trum

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Biden Commutes Sentences: Victims Feel Betrayed

January 20, 2025

In a move that's left many scratching their heads, President Biden commuted the sentences of thousands of federal inmates. He claimed they were convicted of non-violent drug crimes, serving excessively long sentences. But is that the whole story? Let's dive in. First off, who are these inmates? Wel

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Denzel Washington's Inside Man: A Modern Take on Classic Crime Thrillers

January 20, 2025

In 2006, Denzel Washington shined in two hit thrillers: "Deja Vu" and "Inside Man. " "Inside Man, " directed by Spike Lee, was a 21st-century update of Sidney Lumet's classic "Dog Day Afternoon. " Written by Richard Wesley, the story revolves around a tense hostage situation during a bank robbery in

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Presidents' Powerful Words: From Lincoln to Trump

January 20, 2025

Presidential speeches can shape a nation's mood. But when President Trump used the phrase "American carnage" in his first inaugural speech, it was a stark contrast to the inspiring words of past leaders like Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln's speeches, such as his first and second inaugural addresses, empha

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When TikTok Turned Off Lights, Political Moves Began

January 20, 2025

TikTok decided to turn off its services early on a Sunday. This time, it wrote a special note for its frustrated users. It mentioned that it was fortunate to have President Trump work on a solution to bring TikTok back once he took office. TikTok has over 170 million fans in the US, but this message

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President Biden Issues Pardons and Commutations

January 20, 2025

On a recent Sunday, President Biden announced pardons for five notable figures, including the late civil rights activist Marcus Garvey. Garvey, who was a key leader in the Black nationalist movement, was posthumously pardoned for a mail fraud conviction dating back to 1923. Additionally, Biden commu

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Pasadena Restaurants Face Uncertain Future After Eaton Fire

January 20, 2025

The Eaton Fire, which recently ravaged parts of Pasadena, has left many restaurant owners uncertain about their future. The blaze, which occurred just as many eateries were recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, has dealt them a heavy blow. Three owners expressed their concerns about staying in busi

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David Lynch: Suffering Isn't Necessary for Great Art

January 19, 2025

Margaret Qualley, known for her role in "Substance, " recently shared her admiration for the late director David Lynch. Qualley first encountered Lynch's work at 16 when she watched "Blue Velvet. " The film and Isabella Rossellini's performance left a deep impression on her. She also credits Lynch f

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What's Up with Trump's Science Team?

January 19, 2025

Imagine you're in a classroom, and the teacher is saying one thing, but the kids sitting at the front are giving you totally different ideas. That's kind of like what's happening with Trump's science advisors. When Trump started his second term, he picked a few experts to help him with science stuf