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Oct 31 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Why Star Wars Needs to Take a Risk with Ben Solo

Ben Solo, the troubled son of Han Solo and Leia Organa, has a story that needs to be told. The character, played by Adam Driver, was a fan favorite in the Star Wars sequel trilogy. Yet, despite his potential, his story was cut short. A movie about Ben Solo's redemption could have been a game-changer

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Tech Giant Cisco in Hot Water Over China's Human Rights Abuses

Two U. S. lawmakers are pushing for the Supreme Court to let a lawsuit against Cisco move forward. The suit claims Cisco's tech was used to harm Falun Gong practitioners in China. Reps. Chris Smith and John Moolenaar want the Trump administration to back the plaintiffs. They say Cisco's tech helped

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Oct 31 2025CRIME

Rio's Deadly Raids: Families Seek Answers Amid Controversy

In Rio de Janeiro, a grim scene unfolded as families gathered at a morgue to identify loved ones killed during a violent police operation. This raid, targeting the Comando Vermelho gang, resulted in the deaths of at least 121 people, including four police officers. The operation, one of the deadlies

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Oct 30 2025CRIME

Rio's Bloody Crackdown: What Went Wrong?

A recent police operation in Rio de Janeiro's favelas has left at least 121 people dead, making it one of the deadliest raids in Brazil's history. The violence erupted on Tuesday when police stormed into Complexo do Alemao and Penha, two low-income neighborhoods known for drug trafficking. Four poli

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Oct 30 2025SPORTS

Austin Reaves' Heroics and the Lakers' New Dynamic

Austin Reaves, the Lakers' guard, had a moment that left him feeling like he was in a daze. He made a last-second shot to win the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Reaves admitted he didn't even see the ball go in. He just knew it was good. The win was a big deal for the Lakers, marking their

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

US Slashes Refugee Admissions to a Historic Low

The United States has decided to dramatically cut the number of refugees allowed into the country each year. Starting next year, only 7, 500 refugees will be permitted to enter, a significant drop from previous years. This new limit is part of a broader trend of restricting refugee admissions, which

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Oct 30 2025SCIENCE

Big Moves in Brain Science: Universities Step Up Their Game

Big things are happening in the world of brain research! Four universities have just launched some serious new projects, all thanks to some generous donations. These initiatives are super important because brain diseases like Alzheimer's are becoming more common, and they're causing big problems for

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Oct 30 2025EDUCATION

How South Bend Schools Boosted Graduation Rates

South Bend schools have been under fire for their improved graduation rates. Some people think the schools are cheating. But the truth is, the schools have been working hard to help students succeed. Here's how they did it. First, the schools made sure they were counting students correctly. They ch

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Oct 30 2025LIFESTYLE

Toms River Swaps Trick-or-Treat Day for Better Weather

Toms River has decided to move trick-or-treating from October 30 to November 1. This change comes because of a weather forecast that predicts wind and rain on the original date. The goal is to make sure kids and families have a safer and more enjoyable time. The annual Halloween parade, which is on

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Oct 30 2025WEATHER

Stormy Thursday Ahead: What to Expect

A storm is on its way to southeastern PA and NJ, bringing a lot of rain and wind. The weather will change from the nice days we've had recently. Expect heavy rain and strong winds on Thursday. The rain will start overnight and last most of the day. By Thursday night, the storm will move out, and the

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