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Nov 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Mexican Beauty Queen Wins Miss Universe Amid Drama

Fátima Bosch, a 25-year-old from Mexico, won the Miss Universe title in a competition filled with drama and controversy. The event was not smooth sailing, with incidents happening before and during the pageant. The trouble started with a heated argument between Bosch and Nawat Itsaragrisil, the pageant's director at the time. During a livestreamed event, Itsaragrisi...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Vaccines, Politics, and Climate: A Week in Review

The CDC has updated its stance on vaccines and autism, sparking debate. The agency now says a link cannot be ruled out, a shift from its previous position. This change aligns with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's views on vaccine dangers. However, CDC scientists insist no changes were made to their website. The Department of Health and Human Services remains...

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Nov 21 2025CRYPTO

Altcoins Shine as Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Lose Steam

In a surprising twist, Solana (SOL) and XRP (XRP) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are attracting investors, even as Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) ETFs face significant outflows. This shift suggests a growing interest in alternative cryptocurrencies. The new Solana and XRP ETFs have not seen a single day of outflows since their launch, according to data from SoSoValu...

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Nov 21 2025CRIME

Trans Flags Vanish from Boston Common, Advocates Demand Justice

In Boston, a tribute to trans lives lost turned into a crime scene. Over 400 flags, each representing a trans or gender-expansive person killed since 2020, were torn down from Boston Common. This wasn't just vandalism; it was a hate crime, say LGBTQ advocates. The Queer Neighborhood Council, a group fighting for LGBTQ rights, spoke out. They said this attack mirrors...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Local Leaders Push Back Against ICE Tactics

In a bold move, local officials are speaking out against the aggressive actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). They argue that the agency's methods are not just harsh but deliberately so. This isn't about catching dangerous criminals; it's about targeting ordinary people going about their daily lives. One leader, Stein, took to social media to express...

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Nov 21 2025BUSINESS

New Bus Route to Link Downtown Greenville and GSP

Greenville is getting a new bus route. It will connect downtown to the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport. This is big news for people who travel or visit the city. The city got a big grant. It's $3. 3 million from the federal government. This money will buy four new buses and a training simulator. The buses will run on compressed natural gas. That's good ...

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Nov 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Unusual Events That Made Headlines This Year

This year has been full of unexpected events that left people shocked and talking. One incident involved a United Airlines plane at 36, 000 feet. The cockpit windshield suddenly shattered, injuring the pilots. The National Transportation Safety Board found out that a high-altitude weather balloon from Washington had hit the plane. This could have been very dangerous ...

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Nov 21 2025HEALTH

Fighting Heart Disease with Smart Immune Cells

Heart problems are a big deal, causing millions of deaths every year. One major issue is atherosclerosis, where bad cholesterol builds up in arteries, forming plaques. This happens because of oxidized LDL, a harmful molecule that triggers inflammation. Current treatments focus on lowering cholesterol and controlling blood pressure, but they don't always tackle the in...

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Nov 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Future of Fiber Optics: How Expanded Beam Cables Are Changing the Game

The market for expanded beam cables is booming, and it's easy to see why. These cables are becoming super important in many industries, especially where tough conditions are the norm. Think defense, aerospace, and even oil and gas exploration. These sectors need reliable, high-speed data transmission that can handle dust, moisture, extreme temperatures, and chemicals...

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Nov 21 2025SCIENCE

The Mysterious Space Ring That Wasn't What It Seemed

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, a peculiar structure has caught the eyes of astronomers. This structure, initially thought to be a stunning cosmic ring, has now been revealed to be something entirely different. Located in the constellation Cygnus, this ring, nicknamed the "Diamond Ring, " spans an impressive 20 light-years in diameter. However, the bright cluster ...

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