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Mega Millions: Big Prize, Bigger Odds

December 20, 2025

The Mega Millions lottery didn't have a winner on Friday, Dec. 19. The numbers drawn were 1, 11, 27, 39, 59, and the Mega Ball was 18. The jackpot was a whopping $90 million, but no one matched all the numbers. The next drawing is set for Tuesday, Dec. 23, with an even bigger prize of $100 million.

crime

Sudan's Forgotten Crisis: The Human Cost of Darfur's Fall

December 20, 2025

The recent takeover of El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified the ongoing civil war in Sudan. This conflict, raging for nearly three years, has reached a grim turning point with the RSF gaining near-total control of the region. The RSF's brutal act

health

Shaking Up Childhood Vaccines: What’s Changing and Why It Matters

December 20, 2025

Big changes are coming to how kids in the U. S. get their vaccines. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is planning to shake things up. He wants to use a vaccine schedule from Denmark, a country much smaller and less diverse than the U. S. This could mean fewer shots for American children. This

politics

Kids' Future Funds: Big Names Step Up, But Will It Be Enough?

December 20, 2025

The government is rallying big names to back a new savings plan for kids. The idea is to help families build a financial cushion for their children's future. The plan lets people set aside up to $5, 000 a year for each child. The money grows in index funds and can be used for college, buying a home,

sports

Missouri Betting: Big Wins or Bonus Bets?

December 20, 2025

Missouri sports fans have a lot to look forward to this weekend. Even though the Missouri Tigers aren't playing, there's still plenty of action to bet on. The SEC is in full swing, and the Kansas City Chiefs are taking the field. With the new BetMGM bonus code, new users can get up to $1, 500 in bon

crime

Young Scammer Swipes Millions in Crypto Heist

December 20, 2025

A young man, still living with his parents, has been caught for stealing millions in cryptocurrency. Ronald Spektor, 23, allegedly tricked about 100 people into giving him their digital money. He posed as a representative from a well-known crypto exchange company, Coinbase, and convinced victims fro

entertainment

Jeremy Renner's Crime Drama That's Taking Over the Internet

December 20, 2025

If you're into crime shows, there's a series on Paramount+ that you shouldn't miss. It's called "Mayor of Kingstown, " and it's got a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes for its fourth season. This show has been around since 2022, but season 4 is where it really shines. The series follows Jeremy Renne

finance

Retirement Planning Made Simple: Five Key Steps

December 20, 2025

Retirement planning is more than just saving money. It's about making sure every part of your financial life is ready for this big change. Many people focus only on investments, but there's more to it. The IDEAL plan is a simple way to remember the five key areas to consider. First, think about inc

business

California's Population: A Slow but Steady Comeback

December 20, 2025

California is seeing a small but steady rise in population for the third year in a row. The increase is tiny, just 0. 05%, but it's a step forward after the big drop during the pandemic. People are still leaving the state, though. More Californians moved out than moved in from other states. The onl

business

Wall Street's Tech-Powered Rally: A Closer Look

December 20, 2025

Wall Street saw a boost on Friday, marking the second day of gains after some shaky starts earlier in the week. Tech stocks, especially those in the artificial intelligence sector, were the stars of the show. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both ended the week on a high note, despite some rough patches. The