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U. S. Women Crush Canada in Olympic Preliminaries

February 11, 2026

The U. S. women's hockey squad dominated Canada with a 5‑0 win in the first round of the Winter Games. Coach John Wroblewski told his players that a victory is only part of the climb, hinting at the long road ahead to gold. The match was a showcase for the Americans’ power, who have already wo

sports

The Backup's Big Moment: From Benchwarmer to Super Bowl Hope

January 24, 2026

In the world of football, backup quarterbacks often live in the shadows, waiting for their chance to shine. This is the story of two such players, Jeff Hostetler and Jarrett Stidham, who found themselves thrust into the spotlight when their teams needed them most. Hostetler, a former Giants quarter

sports

Who Will Make It to the Big Game? Experts Weigh In

January 22, 2026

The NFL playoffs are heating up, and only four teams remain in the hunt for the Super Bowl. Two experts, Florio and Simms, have shared their predictions for the Conference Championship games, and they don't see eye to eye. Last week, Florio backed all the underdogs, but none of them came through. Si

entertainment

A Crime Drama That Found Its Audience Late

January 9, 2026

Channing Tatum's movie "Roofman" is now a hit on Paramount+. It's the most-watched film on the platform, which is surprising because it was almost ignored when it first came out. The film is based on a true story about Jeffrey Manchester, a former soldier who turned to crime to support his family.

politics

Money for Families on Hold: What's Happening with Social Services Funding?

January 6, 2026

The Trump administration has decided to pause $10 billion in funds for social services and child care in five states led by Democrats. This move, reported first by the New York Post, affects California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York. The Health and Human Services (HHS) department claim

business

Big Companies and the Graying Workforce: What's Being Done?

January 1, 2026

The workforce is getting older, and big companies are starting to notice. Some are taking steps to keep older workers around, while others are lagging behind. Walmart, for example, is tweaking jobs to suit older employees. Microsoft is offering extra care to support aging workers. Google is helping

environment

Pollution Problems: Goodyear and Great Lakes Cheese in the Hot Seat

November 29, 2025

In recent times, two big companies have been under the microscope for causing pollution in New York. The Goodyear plant in Niagara Falls and Great Lakes Cheese have both been linked to environmental issues that have caught the attention of local politicians and regulators. The Goodyear plant has be

sports

Week 13 NFL Showdown: Who Will Come Out on Top?

November 26, 2025

The NFL season is heating up, and Week 13 is set to be a thrilling one. Two experts, Florio and Simms, have been going head-to-head all season, and they're tied at 119-58-1. But who will take the lead this week? Florio had a strong week last time, going 9-4-1 against the spread, while Simms struggl

health

Vaccines and Autism: A Clash of Views

November 22, 2025

Wisconsin's health department has openly disagreed with the CDC's recent statements about vaccines and autism. This disagreement brings back an old, debunked idea that vaccines might cause autism. The health department's leader, Kirsten Johnson, strongly criticized the CDC for spreading false inform

politics

A New Kind of Politics: Zohran Mamdani's Big Race in New York City

November 2, 2025

Zohran Mamdani, a rising star in progressive politics, is making waves in New York City's mayoral race. With Election Day just around the corner, Mamdani has been making headlines, including a recent chat with former President Barack Obama. This conversation happened as some big-name Democrats are b