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Nov 24 2024SPORTS

The Many Hats of Alexis Ohanian: Business, Family, and Sports

Alexis Ohanian, husband of famed tennis star Serena Williams, is a man of many talents. He's a successful entrepreneur, a soccer team owner, and most importantly, a passionate supporter of women's sports. In a chat with sports journalist Jemele Hill, Ohanian shared his journey and motivations behind

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Brain Inflammation and DNA Changes: A Closer Look at Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease messes with your memory and makes you confused. It happens when stuff called amyloid beta plaques and tangles pile up in your brain, blocking its normal work. There's no cure yet, and as people live longer, more folks will get it. Why does this happen? Lots of reasons, like infla

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Kids' Rights: Where We Stand and Where We Fall Short

Although many countries, including Ireland, have agreed to follow the United Nations' rules for children's rights, there's still a long way to go before these rules are fully put into practice. Some big problems that haven't gone away include kids living in poverty, not having good healthcare, and n

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Nov 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Spotlight on Alessandro Liberati: A Lifetime of Reading and Disruption

Alessandro Liberati isn't your average book lover. Sure, he enjoys a good read, but he's also known for shaking up the way we think about libraries. As a visionary, he's authored several books and contributed to numerous journals. But it's his revolutionary approach to librarianship that really stan

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

Alvin Bragg's Re-Election Chances: What Does It Say About New York?

Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan District Attorney, is expected to win re-election next year. This is surprising since many people think he's too soft on crime. No other Democrat has stepped up to challenge him in the primary. Republicans might have a strong candidate, but winning in liberal Manhattan is

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Nov 16 2024BUSINESS

Alibaba's Revenue Rises as Profits Boosted by Investments

Alibaba, China's big name in e-commerce, entertainment, and tech, saw its revenues go up by 5% to about $33. 7 billion in the recent quarter. This was the result of a 63% jump in net profits to $6. 25 billion. But it's not all straightforward - some of this boost came from changes in the value of th

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Nov 15 2024RELIGION

Researching Religion and Non-Religion with Albert Piette

Albert Piette's views on religion, as detailed in his 1999 book, La Religion de près , offer valuable insights into how religion is experienced in daily life. While he critiques existing sociological perspectives, his ideas align with the current focus on 'lived religion' by contemporary sociolog

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Nov 06 2024CELEBRITIES

Dance Show Challenges Couples, Says Alexa PenaVega

Alexa PenaVega has opened up about the challenges married couples face when competing on "Dancing With the Stars. " While it might look like fun and games, it can actually put a strain on relationships. The actress, who competed on the show with her husband Carlos back in 2015, says the show's envir

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Voting Day, Strikes, Storms, and Scandals: What You Need to Know

Alright, let's dive into some big news happening today. First off, it's Election Day in the US! People are heading to the polls to vote. The race is really tight, and both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are vying for those 270 electoral votes needed to win the White H

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Nov 04 2024WEATHER

Stormy Monday: North Texas Braces for Heavy Rain and Severe Weather

Alarm bells are ringing for North Texas residents, especially those in Montague, Jack, Young, Wise, Cooke, and Grayson counties. A Flood Watch is active until 3 p. m. on Monday, warning of significant rainfall—up to 5 inches in some areas. A dry line and Pacific cold front are expected to bring wide

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