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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

USAF Chiefs on Week-Long Indo-Pacific Tour

Last Monday, two high-ranking officials from the United States Air Force (USAF) kicked off a seven-day tour of the Indo-Pacific region. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi started their journey at Andersen Air Force Base in Guam. Their trip,

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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Larsa Pippen Keeps Love Life Low-Key After Breakup

Larsa Pippen, known for her role on "Real Housewives of Miami, " is keeping her love life private after her breakup with Marcus Jordan. She wants to avoid the public scrutiny that followed her previous relationship. Pippen and Jordan, son of NBA legend Michael Jordan, made their relationship officia

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Oct 18 2024CELEBRITIES

Why Are People Thanking Beyoncé on Social Media?

Lately, a strange trend has popped up on social media. People are thanking Beyoncé in their posts, often using J. Cole's song "She Knows" as background music. Some believe that Beyoncé and her husband Jay-Z have secret powers in the music industry. They think that thanking Beyoncé can bring success,

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

A Night of Laughs and Jabs: Trump and Melania at the Al Smith Dinner

Last Thursday, Donald and Melania Trump made a rare public appearance together at the Al Smith charity dinner in New York City. Dressed in their best black-tie outfits, they walked into the event with smiles. Donald gave the keynote speech, making jokes about his Democratic opponent Kamala Harris, N

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Oct 18 2024ENVIRONMENT

Sad Loss: Nine Monkeys Die in Hong Kong Zoo

Last week, nine monkeys in Hong Kong's oldest zoo passed away within two days due to an infection. The cause? A bacterial disease called melioidosis. This illness is spread through contaminated soil and water, and it's common in the region. Experts think the monkeys might have caught it from digging

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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Smile 2's Big Night Out: Early Numbers Look Promising

Last night, Paramount's "Smile 2" kicked off its theater run with a bang, making $2.5 million from previews. This is a nice jump from the original "Smile" movie's $2 million preview figure in 2022. The first "Smile" went on to earn $22.6 million on its opening weekend and eventually brought in a tot

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Oct 17 2024EDUCATION

Columbia Professor Faces Campus Ban After Anti-Israel Protest Clash

Last week, Columbia University banned a professor named Shai Davidai from campus. The ban happened after he argued with anti-Israel protesters and had heated exchanges with school leaders on the anniversary of a deadly attack on Israel by Hamas. The school claims Davidai harassed some faculty member

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Oct 17 2024SPORTS

Lakers' Preseason Game in Vegas: A Sports Fan's Delight

Las Vegas, known for its lively atmosphere, showed its love for basketball when the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Golden State Warriors during their annual preseason visit. LeBron James' outstanding performance, including his signature chalk toss and powerful dunks, electrified the crowd

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

Soccer and Volleyball Teams Shine in Recent Matches

Last week was full of action on the fields and courts. Tech's boys soccer team made it to the Section 8AA semifinals after a nail-biting 1-0 win over Apollo. They'll face Willmar next, who also secured a 1-0 victory over Alexandria. The game's set for Thursday night at STMA High School. Volleyball

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

A Star Retires: Layshia Clarendon Reflects on WNBA Life

Layshia Clarendon ended their 12-year career in the WNBA this September, feeling it was the right time to retire. The Los Angeles Sparks star, who made history as the first openly transgender player, shared their experiences in a recent interview. They compared their decision to a good book, saying

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