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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

New York City's Climate Investment Dilemma

New York City is at a crossroads. The outgoing city comptroller, Brad Lander, is pushing for a major shift in how the city's pension funds are managed. He wants to move away from BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, due to concerns about climate change. This is a big deal because BlackRock manages a huge chunk of the city's retirement money, about $42. 3 bil...

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Nov 25 2025BUSINESS

Barnes & Noble Education: A Stock on the Rise

Barnes & Noble Education's stock is soaring today. This is big news for investors. The company just shared some good financial news. They expect to make more money this year than last. Their sales are up, and they are turning a profit again. The company also fixed a problem with their accounting. It turns out one person made some mistakes. But they found the issue a...

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Nov 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Donald Glover's Health Scare and Comeback

Donald Glover recently opened up about a serious health issue that forced him to cancel his 2024 tour. He shared this news during a concert at Tyler, the Creator’s Camp Flog Gnaw festival in Los Angeles. Glover, known for his high-energy performances as Childish Gambino, revealed he had a stroke and other health problems last year. He mentioned feeling intense head ...

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Nov 13 2025SPORTS

SMU's New Sports Stars: A Look at the Latest Signings

SMU is making waves in the sports world with new signings across various teams. Basketball and volleyball are just a couple of the sports where SMU is bringing in fresh talent. The school has been busy securing commitments from athletes in different sports. This is a big deal because it shows SMU is serious about building strong teams for the future. The signings ar...

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Nov 05 2025LIFESTYLE

Martha Stewart's Classic Cookbook Makes a Comeback

Martha Stewart is bringing back her first book, "Entertaining, " which was a big hit back in 1982. This new version is just like the original, with all 300 recipes and 450 colorful pictures. Fans can now get their hands on it, as the old copies are quite expensive. Stewart shared the exciting news on social media, showing off the book's cover. She mentioned that the...

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Nov 05 2025LIFESTYLE

Greenville's Holiday Fun and New Spots to Explore

Greenville is buzzing with new spots and events to check out. The Judson Mill District is kicking off a holiday market inspired by "The Polar Express. " Every Thursday to Saturday, from November 6 to December 20, you can find festive decorations, local vendors, and fun activities inside the Annex Building. There's something for everyone, from handmade gifts to tasty ...

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Nov 04 2025CELEBRITIES

Before Fame: Unusual Jobs of Famous Faces

Many celebrities had odd jobs before they became famous. Some of these jobs were quite unusual. For example, Jonathan Bailey, who is known for his acting, used to work in a honey factory. He had to check the temperature of lemon curd early in the morning. This job made him realize that he did not want to work with lemon curd anymore. Instead, he decided to pursue act...

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Oct 28 2025SPORTS

Oregon State Shakes Up Sports Leadership and NIL Deal

Oregon State University is making big changes in its sports department. They are saying goodbye to Brent Blaylock, their deputy athletic director. At the same time, they are looking closely at their deal with Blueprint Sports, a company that helps manage NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals for athletes. This deal might be over soon. Blaylock joined Oregon State in...

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Oct 27 2025CELEBRITIES

Birthdays of the Stars: A Weekly Celebration

This week, many famous people are celebrating their birthdays. From actors to singers, there is a lot of talent being recognized. Some of these stars have been in the industry for a long time, while others are newer faces. It is interesting to see how their careers have evolved over the years. On November 2nd, Stefanie Powers turns 83. She has been in many movies an...

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Aug 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Institute: A New Take on Stephen King's Story?

The Institute, a show based on Stephen King's 2019 novel, wrapped up its first season with a mixed response. Critics weren't entirely convinced, but the show got renewed for a second season anyway. The story revolves around Tim Jamieson, played by Ben Barnes, who finds himself in a place filled with kids who have special powers. The cast also includes Joe Freeman as ...

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