ANDREW VAN

Nov 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New York's Thanksgiving Day Spectacle Takes Flight

New York City's annual Thanksgiving Day Parade is back, bringing joy and excitement to the streets of Manhattan. This year, the parade features new giant balloons of Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man, along with floats showcasing Labubu and Lego. The event starts on the Upper West Side and makes its way to Macy’s Herald Square on 34th Street. The weather is a bit chilly, w...

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Green Card Check-Up: What's Happening with Immigrants from Certain Countries?

The Trump administration has decided to take a closer look at all green cards given to immigrants from specific countries. This decision comes after a recent shooting involving two National Guard members near the White House. The suspect in this case is an Afghan national who arrived in the U. S. in 2021. The list of countries under scrutiny includes Afghanistan, Cu...

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Nov 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI's Thanksgiving Feast: A Look at the Digital Dinner Party

Thanksgiving this year wasn't just about turkey and pie. It was also about AI creating funny and realistic family photos. People used AI to make pictures of themselves eating with famous people. For example, someone made a picture of RFK Jr. eating Brussels sprouts and cranberries with Donald Trump, Donald Trump Jr. , and Elon Musk. Another picture showed Alex Jones ...

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Nov 28 2025CRIME

A Dark Thanksgiving for Two Families

In a shocking turn of events, two National Guard members from West Virginia were critically injured in a shooting near the White House. The incident has left families shattered, especially as it occurred during the Thanksgiving holiday. The victims were identified as 20-year-old Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and 24-year-old Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe. B...

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Nov 28 2025CRYPTO

EU's Crypto Data Sharing: A Big Step Towards Transparency

The European Union has just introduced new guidelines for sharing information about crypto assets among its member countries. This isn't just a small change; it's a major update designed to improve transparency and efficiency. The update specifies exactly what kind of information should be included in these reports. For example, countries now need to provide details...

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Nov 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

New Android Malware: A Silent Thief in Your Pocket

Android users are facing a growing threat from financial malware. These malicious programs can take over a phone, read everything on the screen, and drain bank accounts quickly. Security updates have helped slow some of these threats, but malware creators keep finding new ways to adapt. One of the latest and most advanced versions is called Android BankBot YNRK. It ...

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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

Birth Control and Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know

A recent study from Sweden has stirred up conversations about birth control and breast cancer. This study followed over 2 million women under 50 for more than a decade. The findings show that while hormonal birth control is generally safe, there are slight differences in breast cancer risk depending on the hormones used. The study found a small increase in breast ca...

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Nov 28 2025BUSINESS

How Feelings Shape the Future of Business

In today's world, machines can do many things, like writing emails and predicting what people will buy. But one thing they can't do is understand and use emotions like humans can. This makes emotional intelligence a superpower in business. It's not just a nice-to-have skill; it's a game-changer. Most companies focus on numbers like sales and customer engagement. But...

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Nov 28 2025FINANCE

IBM's Stock Journey: A Closer Look

IBM, a tech giant based in New York, offers a wide range of services and solutions. With a market value of over $284 billion, it's considered a mega-cap stock. This means it's one of the biggest and most influential companies in the tech industry. Recently, IBM's stock has been on a rollercoaster. It dropped 6. 7% from its highest point in the past year, which was $...

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Nov 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Winter Fun in the Twin Cities: Activities for Families

Winter in Minnesota is not just about cold weather; it's a time for fun and excitement. The Twin Cities offer a variety of activities that can make the season enjoyable for everyone. From light festivals to train rides, there's something for every family to enjoy. One of the highlights is the Illuminate Festival of Lights, which runs through the end of December. Thi...

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