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Bowen Yang's Next Chapter: A Change at SNL

December 20, 2025

Bowen Yang, a standout performer on "Saturday Night Live, " is leaving the show this season. This news comes after he appeared in a recent episode hosted by Ariana Grande, with whom he worked in "Wicked. " Yang joined "SNL" in 2018 as a writer and quickly moved up the ranks, becoming a fan favorite

sports

Local High School Athletes Shine in Recent Games

December 20, 2025

High school athletes from the Cincinnati area had a strong showing in recent games. Lebanon's boys basketball team won back-to-back games. Deer Park also had a big win, beating Finneytown by 13 points. Bellevue's team had a successful week, winning two away games. The girls basketball teams also di

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Vermont's Winter Sports Stars Shine Bright

December 16, 2025

Vermont's winter sports season is heating up, and fans are getting a say in who gets the spotlight. From hockey to wrestling and basketball, athletes are making big moves and fans are voting for their favorites. This is the first time in the 2025-26 season that the public can vote for the top athlet

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Josh O'Connor's SNL Night: Hits and Misses

December 14, 2025

Josh O'Connor's first time hosting Saturday Night Live was a mix of good and not-so-good moments. He started strong with a funny monologue. He joked about not being a mouse from a movie and playfully called himself a "soft boy. " This means he likes things like gardening and scrapbooking. He also ta

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Watching Grief Unfold: The Ethical Dilemma of True Crime Documentaries

December 13, 2025

In 2025, a Netflix documentary titled "The Perfect Neighbor" brought to light a tragic event that shook the nation. The film focuses on the shooting of Ajike Owens, a Black mother of four, by her neighbor Susan Louise Lorincz in Ocala, Florida. The incident, which occurred in 2023, was fueled by rac

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Top Rap Tracks of 2025: A Fresh Perspective

December 10, 2025

Rap music in 2025 is thriving, with a diverse range of artists pushing boundaries and exploring new sounds. From the DMV area to the UK, artists are blending different styles and influences to create unique tracks. Lil Baby and Young Thug's "Superman" showcases their signature styles, while Bktherul

politics

Turning Point USA: Clearing the Air on Financial Questions

December 9, 2025

Erika Kirk, leading Turning Point USA, recently received a letter from the Treasury Department. It stated that none of the four groups she manages are under investigation. This news comes after rumors spread online about financial issues within the organization. Some people on social media had doub

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Justice Department's Legal Opinion on Venezuelan Boat Strikes Under Scrutiny

December 9, 2025

A group of former federal ethics experts have called for an internal investigation into the Justice Department's legal opinion that backed U. S. military strikes on suspected drug boats in South American waters. These former officials, who served under different presidents, are questioning the legal

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Variety Shines at National Awards

December 9, 2025

Variety has done it again, taking home a whopping 20 awards at the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards. This is a big jump from the 14 they won last year. They won in all sorts of categories, from news and business reporting to commentary and photography. Chris Willman, their chief mu

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Film Critics in New York Pick Their 2025 Favorites

December 2, 2025

In the heart of Manhattan, a group of over 50 film journalists, including big names like Owen Gleiberman from Variety, are making some big calls about the best movies and performances of 2025. This isn't just any group; it's the New York Film Critics Circle, the oldest of its kind in the U. S. They'