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Feb 06 2025RELIGION

New Leadership for the Ismailis

Rahim Al-Hussaini, now Aga Khan V and 50th Imam of the Ismailis, inherits the mantle of the religious leader from his father. He is named the new Aga Khan after his father's passing in Portugal. Rahim's designation as the spiritual head happens 1, 300 years into the dynasty's history. Rahim, at 53,

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Feb 06 2025BUSINESS

Business Leaders: Texas' Bridge Builders.

Imagine you're living in Texas, a state known for its dynamic economy and passionate politics. The headlines tell us we’re divided. But what if those divisions could be bridged by people who have a lot to gain from unity? Texas businesses have a unique role to play. In Texas, everyone's

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Feb 06 2025CELEBRITIES

The Unlikely Journey of the Ismaili Spiritual Leader

The Ismaili community recently said goodbye to a significant figure, the Aga Khan. He was more than just a religious leader - he was also a successful businessman and philanthropist. At just 20 years old, while still a student at Harvard, Karim Al-Hussaini, the Aga Khan IV, inherited the r

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Feb 05 2025POLITICS

Jan 6 Investigations: FBI in Hot Water with Justice Department

- Imagine this: A top official in the Justice Department is upset. They claim the FBI's leaders are defying orders by not releasing the identity of a specific "team" working on the Capitol riots last January. The official even called this "insubordination. " But, there's a twist we might expect:

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Feb 05 2025POLITICS

Are We Going To Have a Government Shutdown? Why Everyone’s Talking About It Now

Peoples money is on the line and it is urgent right now to find a deal on funding the right way and avoid a government shutdown. It's not looking good though. The lack of political understanding and the disagreements over how much money for what area will restart the fight in March at a whole n

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Feb 05 2025RELIGION

The Passing of a Visionary Leader: Aga Khan IV

In Portugal, the 49th leader of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, passed away. He was widely known as the Aga Khan IV. He was not just a spiritual figurehead but also a philanthropist and business leader. The Aga Khan IV had been guiding his followers since he was a young

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Feb 03 2025RELIGION

When Sports and Faith Collide

In the heart of Louisiana, a scandal rocked the Catholic Church in New Orleans. This was more than a simple local news story. It was a huge deal for a city where Catholicism is a big part of life. The scandal was about sex-abuse allegations. The Church was in trouble. The New Orleans Saints, a majo

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Feb 02 2025POLITICS

New Face at Democratic Helm

Ken Martin, a well-known figure in Minnesota's political scene, just landed the top job at the national Democratic Party. He is replacing a chair who has recently retired. This is a big deal while everyone is still recovering from the heavy losses of 2024. Earlier that year Ken Martin got more tha

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Feb 01 2025POLITICS

New Faces, Fresh Start: Can Democrats Find a New Leader

The Democrats find themselves at a crossroads, eager to find a new leader to guide them. The party plans to pick the next leader on a Saturday, as the influence of breaking news sways the decision faster than anyone can predict. It's not easy to get some of the top job seekers believing it'

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Feb 01 2025SPORTS

Tough Day at Pebble Beach

The seaside course of Pebble Beach hosted golfers with everything from biting winds to rain. A cold front turned the final few holes into a challenge for many golfers on the tour. Some were able to keep their heads above the water, but others, like Rory McIlroy, struggled. McIlroy was making a co

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