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Nell Fisher, 14, Takes Over Holly Wheeler Role in Stranger Things Season 5 as Series Nears Finale

British teen Nell Fisher replaces twin actresses as Holly Wheeler in Stranger Things Season 5, as the Duffer Brothers recast the role to recapture the show's original childlike magic. Holly's abduction by a demogorgon makes her central to defeating Vecna.

Panthers Miss Chance to Top NFC South as Buccaneers Hold Narrow Lead

Despite the Buccaneers' Week 12 loss, the Carolina Panthers fell short on Monday night, remaining one game behind in the NFC South. Bryce Young's historic performance wasn't enough to overcome inconsistency and a crucial divisional tiebreaker.

Concord Shooting at Christmas Tree Lighting Leaves 4 Hospitalized, 3 Suspects Identified

Four people were shot during Concord, NC's Christmas tree lighting on Nov. 21, 2025 — two were suspects. Police say it was a personal dispute, not random violence, and three individuals have been identified, including 18-year-old Nazir Ahmad Bost.

Tyler Herro’s 38-point explosion sends Heat past Bulls for third straight Play-In win

Tyler Herro scored 38 points as the Miami Heat defeated the Chicago Bulls 109-90 in the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament, marking their third straight Play-In win over Chicago and advancing to face the Atlanta Hawks for the #8 seed.

George and Collins lead Jazz to first win, 135-126 over Bulls in Chicago

Dodgers Cement Dynasty with Back-to-Back Titles; 'Dynasty' Book Hits Shelves After Historic 2025 Win

The Los Angeles Dodgers won their third World Series in six years with a dramatic 5-4 Game 7 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, cementing their modern dynasty. The 'Dynasty' book by the Los Angeles Times commemorates Will Smith’s historic home run and the team’s $1.025B investment.

Toluca vs Pachuca: Conflicting Dates, 2-2 Draw Reported in Liga MX Clash

Toluca and Pachuca played to a 2-2 draw in Liga MX Apertura 2025, with conflicting dates reported online. ESPN confirms goals from Gallardo, Paulinho, Valencia, and Bautista as Toluca holds 33 points and Pachuca fights for playoff survival.

George Springer to Donate Whalers‑Theme Gloves to Hockey Hall of Fame

George Springer will donate his custom Hartford Whalers‑themed batting gloves to Toronto's Hockey Hall of Fame after the Blue Jays' 2025 playoff run, blending baseball nostalgia with hockey heritage.

Emmys: 'Severance' DP Jessica Lee Gagné Becomes First Woman to Win One-Hour Series Cinematography

At the Creative Arts Emmys, Jessica Lee Gagné became the first woman to win Outstanding Cinematography for a Series (One Hour) for her work on 'Severance.' The historic milestone follows her rare dual nominations in cinematography and directing for the same drama. Her win underscores a stubborn gender gap—no woman has ever won the cinematography Oscar—and highlights how her visual approach helped define the show's eerie, acclaimed look.

Jaguars 26-10 Panthers: Week 1 2025 score, stats, highlights

The Jaguars opened 2025 with a 26-10 win over the Panthers, fueled by Trevor Lawrence, a breakout TD from rookie Travis Hunter, and a swarming defense. Carolina’s Bryce Young threw two interceptions and lost a fumble in another rocky Week 1. A lightning delay paused the second quarter, but Jacksonville kept control and led 20-3 at halftime before closing it out.