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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

Ohio State Buckeyes: The Favorites to Win It All?

December 19, 2025

The College Football Playoff is here, and everyone's talking about who will take home the big win. Four teams are already in the clear, having secured a first-round bye: Indiana Hoosiers, Ohio State Buckeyes, Georgia Bulldogs, and Texas Tech Red Raiders. The other eight teams are fighting it out thi

health

Rewarding Doctors for Better Health in 2025

December 19, 2025

In 2025, a big change happened in healthcare on the Central Coast. A program called QCIP gave over $16 million to doctors in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. This money was for doing a great job taking care of patients. The program focuses on important health areas like managing diabetes,

politics

Why LifeWise Academy is causing a stir in Everett Schools

December 18, 2025

LifeWise Academy is making waves in Everett Public Schools, and not everyone is happy about it. The group claims they're just trying to help, but critics say they're pushing religion into public schools, which is a big no-no. The founder of LifeWise, Joel Penton, has written a book called "During S

technology

A Small Business Shines in the Cloud Computing World

December 11, 2025

In a big deal for a small company, Four Points Technology just won a major award. This company, run by a disabled veteran, got the 2025 AWS Partner Award. It's a big honor for helping government agencies use cloud computing better. The award was given at a big tech event called AWS re:Invent. This

entertainment

Laughs and Security Checks: X Mayo's New Comedy Adventure

December 11, 2025

X Mayo is teaming up with CBS and Kapital Entertainment for a new comedy series. This time, the show is set at a federal agency, specifically the TSA. The project, called "Checkpoint, " is based on X Mayo's own experiences working as a TSA agent. It follows the lives of TSA officers as they balance

entertainment

Birthdays of the Day: November 29th

November 30, 2025

November 29th is a day filled with notable birthdays. A lot of people in the entertainment world celebrate their special day on this date. From actors to musicians, this day has seen the birth of many influential figures. Among the celebrities turning a year older today is Howie Mandel, who is hitt

celebrities

Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at November 20th's Notable Names

November 20, 2025

November 20th is a special day for many famous faces. It's a day when musicians, actors, and other stars celebrate another trip around the sun. Among the notable names are Dierks Bentley and Bo Derek, who are adding another year to their lives. But they're not alone. A whole bunch of other celebriti

finance

Betting on the Future: The Rise of Prediction Markets

November 17, 2025

In the world of online betting, a new trend is taking over. People are no longer just betting on sports or casino games. They are now betting on almost anything, from politics to pop culture. This is all thanks to prediction markets like Kalshi, PredictIt, and Polymarket. One person who has jumped

entertainment

Local Arts and Entertainment: Live Shows, Art Exhibits, and Festivals

November 16, 2025

Fans of live music and theater have plenty to look forward to in the coming days. Michael Cavanaugh, a well-known performer, will bring the music of Billy Joel and Elton John to the stage at the University of Central Arkansas. Cavanaugh, who once starred in the Broadway hit "Movin' Out, " will perfo