Name: The Best, Biggest, and Strangest Stories of 2025
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Description: In this special episode of “Primetime,” Roman and his colleagues discuss the biggest stories and most compelling developments of 2025, along with what to watch for in 2026. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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In this special episode of “Primetime,” Roman and his colleagues discuss the biggest stories and most compelling developments of 2025, along with what to watch for in 2026. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

<em>Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.</em>

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