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The Best History Books of 2024
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A Nebraska Town Played Host to 6 Million GIs During WWII
The North Platte residents were wonder-workers of a railroad town, bringing comfort and cheer to young men on their way to war. It started on Christmas night.

‘Hänsel und Gretel’: An Unlikely Christmas Story
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South Korean Lawmakers Impeach Acting President as Political Turmoil Grows
There was uproar when the Speaker Woo Won Shik announced the vote would only require a simple majority in the 300-member assembly.
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Senior national security official said the United States looks to ‘lock down’ telecom infrastructure with stricter cybersecurity rules.
The Biggest Supreme Court Decisions of 2024
The Supreme Court issued consequential decisions on presidential power, administrative law, the Second Amendment, and other issues.
The Future of TikTok and the Collapsing Chinese Economy: Kyle Bass
Despite a looming January 19 ban in America, TikTok’s parent company Bytedance still hasn’t sold TikTok to a non-Chinese company.
Ukraine Receives First Ever Natural Gas Shipment From US as It Cuts Energy Ties With Russia
A five-year deal for Russian gas flows to Europe, which transit through Ukraine, is set to expire on Dec. 31.
West Virginia’s Jim Justice to Delay Senate Swearing-In by 10 Days to Finish Governor’s Term
‘I don’t think that West Virginia needs to have four governors in 10 days,’ Justice says.
‘Early Indications’ Show Azerbaijan Air Crash Caused by Russian Air Defense Systems: White House
‘We have offered our assistance to that investigation, should they need it,’ said White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby.
CDC Confirms Likely Bird Flu Mutation: Here Are 5 Things We Know
Multiple researchers have responded to the CDC’s findings.
Shen Yun Can Help Change the World, Says Restaurant CEO
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2nd Florida State Lawmaker Leaves Democratic Party to Join Republicans
Rep. Hillary Cassel becomes the second Florida lawmaker to do so in recent weeks.
Advance Notice of Hospital Emergency Care Fees Unnecessary, California Supreme Court Rules
Requiring hospitals to reveal costs before treatment would impose ‘an unreasonable duty’ on these institutions, said an organization.
Mortgage Rates Hit Highest Level in Over 5 Months
Rates are expected to remain above 6 percent next year, said a real estate expert.
NWS Forecasts Severe Storms Across the US, Potentially Impacting Holiday Travel
The upcoming days will mark one of the busiest travel weekends of the year, according to AAA.
New Jobless Claims Hit Lowest Level in a Month
States such as Texas, Georgia, and New York saw a dip in people filing these claims.
Republicans Could Have a Temporary Zero-Seat Majority in the House
The departures of Matt Gaetz, Mike Waltz, and Elise Stefanik will bring the majority down to zero seats. Any more could mean that Democrats take the majority.
Economic Outlook for South Carolina: A Slow Brightening for 2025
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A Tale of Two Economies: The ‘Vibecession’ of the Past 4 Years
The GDP has expanded, the labor market has added millions of new jobs, and inflation has eased from its 2022 peak. Why have households been down?
US Condemns Hong Kong’s Targeting of Democracy Activists Abroad
The United States has urged Hong Kong to stop using its ‘national security laws to silence dissent.’
New York to Charge Fossil Fuel Companies for Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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The Incomparable Life of James A. Garfield
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Former NFL Star DeSean Jackson Lands Delaware State Coaching Job
The former Eagles wide receiver will inherit a program that went 1–11 this year but has a history of producing NFL talent.

Former NFL Star DeSean Jackson Lands Delaware State Coaching Job
The former Eagles wide receiver will inherit a program that went 1–11 this year but has a history of producing NFL talent.

Historic Morrison Hotel Building Made Famous by The Doors Goes Up in Flames in Downtown LA
The Morrison Hotel served as the backdrop for The Doors’ 1970 album of the same name.

Historic Morrison Hotel Building Made Famous by The Doors Goes Up in Flames in Downtown LA
The Morrison Hotel served as the backdrop for The Doors’ 1970 album of the same name.

7 Tips for Embracing Change In Your Life
In a sea of change, sailing with the tide will carry you in a positive new direction.

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Alison Krauss & Union Station Announce the ‘Arcadia Tour’
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