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Old Towns, New Lines: Kittery and York Settle Their Land Dispute

December 24, 2025

Kittery and York, the oldest towns in Maine, have finally settled a border dispute that started way back in the 1600s. The issue popped up again a few years ago when a developer bought land near Route 1, right where the two towns meet. York thought the border was a straight line, but Kittery believ

politics

Speeding Up America's Future: A Closer Look at the SPEED Act

December 24, 2025

America has the skills and resources to build a better future, but outdated rules are slowing things down. The SPEED Act aims to fix this by speeding up the process for big projects. This law has support from many groups, including businesses, local leaders, and tribes. Everyone agrees that the curr

science

The Science Slowdown: What Happened in 2025 and Why It Matters

December 24, 2025

In 2025, science took a big hit. The government decided to cut back on spending for research. This affected many areas, like space exploration, health studies, and weather science. People who work in these fields are worried. They think these cuts might make the U. S. fall behind other countries in

education

Berks County's Bright Minds Shine at Kutztown University

December 24, 2025

Kutztown University is all set to be the host for the 2026 Berks County Science Olympiad. The event is scheduled for January 8, with January 12 as the backup date in case of snow. This year, the Olympiad will bring together over 300 high school students from Berks County and other areas. These stud

sports

Pro Bowl 2025: NFC Shines as AFC Struggles

December 24, 2025

The NFL has just revealed the teams for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, happening in Orlando, Florida. This event is now in its third year of a fresh format, focusing more on skill challenges and swapping the classic Pro Bowl game for flag football. It's been an interesting season across the league, with t

technology

Xbox's Struggle: Can It Bounce Back?

December 23, 2025

Xbox has been having a tough time lately. The Xbox Series X and S just can't keep up with the PlayStation 5. It all started with a weak launch during the pandemic. Microsoft tried to make things better by buying other game companies. But that wasn't enough. Sony had better games and more people want

technology

Gaming Phone with a Built-in Fan and a Battery That Lasts Forever

December 23, 2025

Honor is about to launch its first gaming phone, the Win, on Dec. 26. This phone is not just any gaming phone; it has a built-in fan to keep it cool while you game for hours. The fan is placed right above the processor, which helps to cool it down quickly. The phone is also very durable, with a rati

health

Telemedicine Tools: Friends or Foes in Ambulatory Care?

December 23, 2025

Telemedicine became super popular during the pandemic. It let doctors help patients from afar. Now, things are getting back to normal. So, it's time to see how different telemedicine tools work together. These tools include video calls, phone calls, and text messages. People wonder if these tools h

politics

Chicago's Mayor Takes Bold Steps on Budget and Debt

December 23, 2025

Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson has made some big moves recently. He's decided to go ahead with a different budget that the City Council approved. This budget doesn't include a tax on big companies. Even though Johnson didn't sign it, the budget will still become official in a few days. Johnson mad

sports

College Sports: Big Money, Bigger Problems

December 23, 2025

College sports have seen a huge shift in recent years. Athletes are now getting paid, some making millions. This change came after two big court rulings. First, the Supreme Court said in 2021 that the NCAA couldn't limit benefits for athletes. Then, they allowed athletes to be paid for their name, i