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Nov 01 2025POLITICS

Taiwan's New Opposition Leader Steps Up, Treads Carefully on China Ties

Taiwan's political scene just got a new face. Cheng Li-wun, the newly elected leader of the Kuomintang (KMT), the island's main opposition party, has some big shoes to fill. She's taking over at a time when tensions between Taiwan and China are running high. China sees Taiwan as part of its territor

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Nov 01 2025POLITICS

China's Vision for AI: A New Global Player Emerges

In a bold move, China's President Xi Jinping proposed the creation of a global AI governing body during the APEC summit. This proposal positions China as a key player in the international AI landscape, offering an alternative to the US's stance on AI regulation. Xi emphasized that this new organizat

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Nov 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Missing Your Favorite Channels? Here's How to Watch Them Elsewhere

If you're a YouTube TV fan, you might be scratching your head right now. Disney-owned channels like ABC, ESPN, FX, and National Geographic have vanished from the platform due to a contract squabble. This means no more Monday Night Football, no new episodes of Abbott Elementary, and no college footba

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Nov 01 2025SCIENCE

Lipids and ALS: What's the Link?

Lipids, or fats, play a crucial role in our bodies. They are not just about energy storage. They also help build cells and produce hormones. But did you know they might be connected to a serious disease called ALS? ALS is a condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. It can make it hard to mov

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Nov 01 2025POLITICS

U. S. Promises Tech Help to Counter China's Moves in South China Sea

Pete Hegseth, the Pentagon chief, recently spoke out against China's actions in the South China Sea, calling them destabilizing. He was in Kuala Lumpur for meetings with allies like Australia, Japan, and the Philippines. Hegseth offered to help Southeast Asian countries by sharing technology to moni

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Nov 01 2025CRIME

A Gang Member's Failed Escape: Stuck on a Sign

A man from El Salvador, Marlon Odir Gomez Hernandez, found himself in a ridiculous situation while trying to avoid arrest. He was in Houston, where ICE officers were conducting a routine operation. Instead of cooperating, he decided to run. He climbed through the ceiling of a washateria and onto the

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Nov 01 2025HEALTH

The Changing Face of Plastic Surgery: How Social Media Reflects Parenthood

Plastic and reconstructive surgery (PRS) is seeing more women in training and leadership roles. This shift brings up important questions about pregnancy and parenthood during residency. A recent study looked at how PRS programs use social media to show these topics from 2020 to 2025. The study chec

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Nov 01 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities and the Truth About Aging

Teri Hatcher, known for her role in "Desperate Housewives, " recently opened up about her views on aging and plastic surgery. She shared that while she doesn't rule out cosmetic procedures entirely, she believes in focusing on inner growth first. Hatcher emphasized that her journey involves emotiona

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Nov 01 2025CELEBRITIES

Jaclyn Smith: A Life of Glamour, Grit, and Giving

Jaclyn Smith, the iconic actress, has reached an incredible milestone: her 80th birthday. Her journey in life and career is nothing short of inspiring. She started as a model in the early 1970s and transitioned into acting, landing small roles on various TV shows. But it was her role as Kelly in "Ch

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Nov 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Wrestling Drama Hits Kerala's Big Screen

Kerala is getting ready for a wild ride with a new movie called "Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies. " This film is all about the exciting world of WWE-style wrestling in the state. The movie stars Roshan Mathew, who won an award for "Paradise, " and Arjun Ashokan, known for "Bramayugam. " They are j

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