EMILY MORTIMER

Nov 23 2025EDUCATION

A Special Day of Giving and Growing at Altoona High

At Altoona Area High School, a unique tradition brings students and staff together in a way that goes beyond typical classroom learning. The Friendsgiving event is a big deal, not just for the delicious food but for the sense of community and personal growth it fosters. This year, nearly 70 Life Skills students took charge of planning, preparing, and hosting a Thank...

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Nov 23 2025RELIGION

Young Women Join the Missionary Force at 18

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has made a big change. They now allow young women to start their missionary work at 18, just like young men. This change happened right away. The church said that young women can begin their missions after finishing high school. Many young women are excited about this. At Brigham Young University, students like Kate Be...

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Nov 16 2025CRIME

Unveiling Old New York Through Epstein's Emails

Jeffrey Epstein's emails offer a glimpse into a bygone era of New York's elite. These documents, spanning from 2009 to 2019, reveal a world where powerful figures from Wall Street, media, and politics mingled freely. Epstein's correspondence shows how this exclusive circle began to crumble as the internet and the #MeToo movement reshaped society. The emails, from an...

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Nov 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Young Minds are Tackling Climate Change

In a bustling event held in San Bernardino, around 500 middle school students from low-income backgrounds gathered to explore careers in the green economy. The Future Green Leaders Summit, organized by the Southern California Regional Energy Network, aimed to bridge the gap between vulnerable communities and the green job market. The students, mostly from Latino, Bl...

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Nov 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fashion's Iconic Duo: Anne and Meryl Return to Runway

Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep are back in the fashion world, and fans are buzzing! The first look at "The Devil Wears Prada 2" is out, giving us a sneak peek of the much-anticipated sequel. The teaser, set to Madonna's classic "Vogue, " starts with a close-up of red Valentino heels, hinting at the glamorous world of Runway magazine. The teaser doesn't give away muc...

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Nov 12 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Miranda and Andy: Back in the Fashion Game

Fans of the fashion world are buzzing with excitement as a new chapter unfolds in the lives of Miranda Priestly and Andy Sachs. The highly anticipated teaser for "The Devil Wears Prada 2" has finally dropped, giving us a glimpse of what's to come. In the short clip, we see Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly striding confidently down the halls of Runway, looking as fier...

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Nov 10 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Celebrating Birthdays on November 9, 2025

November 9, 2025, marks the birthday of many notable figures in entertainment. Among them are actor Eric Dane, who is known for his role as a father on the hit show "Euphoria. " He turns 53 this year. Another celebrity celebrating a birthday is Ryan Murphy, a prolific writer and producer who directed the film "Running with Scissors. " He will be 60 years old. Lou Fe...

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Nov 08 2025CELEBRITIES

Hollywood Stars Caught in Legal Crossfire

In the upcoming 2026 trial between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, several high-profile names might find themselves in the spotlight. Lively's lawsuit, filed in late 2024, accuses Baldoni of creating a hostile work environment and orchestrating a campaign to damage her reputation. Baldoni has denied these claims and countersued, although his lawsuit was dismissed in...

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Nov 06 2025LIFESTYLE

The Rise of the Analog Bag: A Simple Trick to Beat Phone Addiction

In a world where smartphones are always within reach, a new trend is emerging. It's called the analog bag. This is a small bag filled with activities that don't involve screens. People are using it to fight against the habit of constantly checking their phones. One person who started this trend is Sierra Campbell. She is 31 years old. She carries a bag with things l...

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

New York's New Mayor: Stars React to Zohran Mamdani's Victory

Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old Democrat, has made history by winning the New York City mayoral election. This victory has caught the attention of many celebrities, sparking a mix of support and criticism. Cynthia Nixon, known for her role in "Sex and the City, " has been a vocal supporter of Mamdani. She shared her excitement on social media, calling him a "miracle o...

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