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Franklin the Turtle: A Unlikely Political Mascot

December 9, 2025

Franklin the Turtle, a beloved children's character, has found himself in the middle of a political storm. The Trump administration has been using images of Franklin in various contexts, much to the dismay of the character's publisher. The Department of Health and Human Services recently posted an

finance

XRP Gets a Big Boost from Wall Street

November 25, 2025

Franklin Templeton, a well-known name in finance, has jumped into the XRP game. They just launched an ETF called the Franklin XRP Trust (XRPZ) on the NYSE Arca. This means investors can now get their hands on XRP through a regulated product. Franklin isn't the only one doing this. Other big players

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Virginia Tech's New Coach: A Fresh Start for 2026 Recruits

November 19, 2025

James Franklin has taken over as the head coach of Virginia Tech, and his first big task is to shape the 2026 recruiting class. With two games left to assess the current team, Franklin is also busy scouting high school talent. The Hokies' last home game against Miami is a prime opportunity to impres

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Coach James Franklin's Next Move: A Fresh Start After Penn State Exit

October 18, 2025

James Franklin, the former Penn State football coach, is ready to move on. Even though he didn't win a national championship with the Nittany Lions, he's still determined to achieve that goal with a new team. Franklin shared his thoughts during a recent "College GameDay" interview, his first public

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Penn State Makes a Big Change: Franklin Out After 12 Seasons

October 12, 2025

Penn State has decided to part ways with head coach James Franklin after 12 seasons. This move comes with a hefty price tag, as Franklin is set to receive over $49 million, making it one of the largest buyouts in college football history. The decision to fire Franklin was likely influenced by the t

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Fire Crisis in Malibu: Celebs Face Evacuation Warnings

December 11, 2024

On Tuesday, celebrities like Beyoncé and Jay-Z, alongside others such as Barbra Streisand and Julia Roberts, received evacuation warnings for their Malibu homes due to the Franklin Fire. The fire, which started in Malibu Canyon on Monday night, spread rapidly to over 2, 600 acres and posed a signifi

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Nebraska Volleyball: Can They Stop Sarah Franklin Again?

November 24, 2024

Nebraska's volleyball team is getting ready to face their rivals, the Wisconsin Badgers, for the third time this season. Wisconsin has been a tough opponent for the Huskers, winning most of their matches. But Nebraska has a slim lead, winning 2 out of 3 games against the Badgers last season. The fo

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Kayaker's Franklin River Trap: A Story of Rescue and Resilience

November 23, 2024

Imagine paddling down Tasmania's Franklin River and suddenly finding your kayak stuck between huge rocks. That's exactly what happened to one kayaker. The river's powerful current pinned him down, creating a tough situation for rescuers. They were faced with a tough call: save the kayaker, but risk

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Penn State Fans Tired of Franklin After Loss?

November 3, 2024

On Saturday, Penn State faced Ohio State in a big Big Ten game. The Nittany Lions lost 20-13, and fans were not happy with their head coach, James Franklin. They booed him as he left the field and even chanted "Fire Franklin. " Franklin has been with Penn State for 11 seasons and has only won once a

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Mason's Magic: A 49ers Victory Shadows Rodgers' Return

September 10, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, the San Francisco 49ers silenced Aaron Rodgers' anticipated return to the field with a decisive 32-19 victory over the New York Jets. This win came with a surprising twist: star running back Christian McCaffrey was ruled out just before kickoff, seemingly out of nowhe