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Oct 21 2025EDUCATION

Breaking into the Music Biz: Students Get a Helping Hand

In the heart of Silicon Valley, a unique opportunity is opening doors for students dreaming of a career in live entertainment. The Mountain Winery, a renowned music venue, has teamed up with schools in the area to offer students a glimpse into the industry. This collaboration is not just about netwo

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Oct 20 2025BUSINESS

GPS 2026 and 2027: Your Spotlight in the Rubber and Tire World

The Global Polymer Summit (GPS) is a big deal for anyone in the rubber, elastomer, or tire industries. It's where the top companies and brightest minds come together to network, learn, and grow their businesses. This event is the result of combining two major conferences: the International Elastomer

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Oct 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Young Filmmakers Shine Through Latino Film Institute's Youth Program

The Latino Film Institute is doing something amazing. They are giving young people a chance to share their stories. This group, started by actor Edward James Olmos, thinks every student has a unique tale to tell. One of those students is Issac Flores. He was just 16 when he joined the Youth Cinema P

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Oct 19 2025FINANCE

Everyday Americans Feel the Pinch of Rising Prices and Empty Shelves

In the past half year, many people across the US have felt a significant impact on their daily lives due to rising prices and scarce goods. This is especially true for those with fixed or limited incomes. The situation has led to changes in shopping habits and lifestyle choices. For instance, a tea

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Oct 19 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Love Clogs: Here's Why You Should Too

Clogs are back in style, and this time, they're not just for farmers or grandmas. Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Demi Moore, and Gwyneth Paltrow have been spotted rocking this comfy footwear, proving that clogs are having a major moment. So, what's the deal with clogs? They're basically slip-on

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

A Giant Farewell: Kenya Honors Its Beloved Opposition Leader

Kenya came to a standstill as thousands gathered to bid farewell to Raila Odinga, a prominent opposition leader. The nation mourned the loss of a man often called "Baba" or "father" in Swahili. His passing at 80 sparked an outpouring of grief, with crowds overwhelming authorities during public viewi

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Zimbabwe's President May Stay in Power Until 2030

Zimbabwe's ruling party, ZANU-PF, has decided to change the constitution. This change would let President Emmerson Mnangagwa stay in office until 2030. The party made this decision during a conference on Saturday. Mnangagwa is currently 83 years old. His second five-year term was supposed to end in

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Oct 19 2025LIFESTYLE

Fall Fashion: Affordable Trench Coats at Target

Trench coats are a great choice for fall. They are versatile and can be worn with many different outfits. They also protect against rain and wind. Many celebrities have been seen wearing them, but you don't need to spend a lot of money to get a similar look. Target has a variety of trench coats in

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Oct 18 2025BUSINESS

Tariffs Turn Online Shopping Into a Headache

People in the US are facing new problems when they buy things from other countries. This is because of changes in rules about taxes on imports, called tariffs. These changes are making it harder and more expensive to get packages from abroad. For example, someone in Alabama wanted to buy wine from

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Oct 18 2025BUSINESS

Trading Cards Make a Comeback: Why Everyone's Collecting Again

Trading cards are back in a big way, and it's not just kids who are excited. Adults are also getting into the hobby, driven by nostalgia and the fun of collecting. Big stores like Target and Walmart are noticing this trend and stocking up on cards for the holiday season. Sales of trading cards have

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