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Oct 20 2025POLITICS

A Shake-Up in Massachusetts Politics

The political scene in Massachusetts is heating up. Seth Moulton, a representative from Salem, has thrown his hat into the ring for the U. S. Senate, challenging incumbent Ed Markey. This move has set off alarm bells among the progressive faction, particularly for Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley. She'

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Sep 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

A Billionaire's Deep-Sea Mission: Saving Science One Discovery at a Time

In the vast, mysterious world beneath the ocean's surface, a billionaire is making waves. Wendy Schmidt, wife of former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, is on a mission to save science. She's not just throwing money at the problem. She's creating opportunities and supporting researchers who might otherwise

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Jul 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

OpenAI's Advisory Board Pushes for Stronger Public Involvement in AI Development

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is facing some big questions about its future. A group of advisors recently said that OpenAI should stay under nonprofit control. They believe AI is too important to be left to just corporations or governments. The advisors think a nonprofit structure allows for m

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Venice Protests: Wealth and Weddings Under Scrutiny

Venice recently saw a mix of celebration and protest as Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez celebrated their wedding. While the couple enjoyed their lavish event, a few hundred protesters gathered to voice their discontent. Their main message? They wanted Bezos to leave their city. The protesters chanted

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Jun 29 2025BUSINESS

Warren Buffett's Big Heart: $6 Billion Gift to Charities

Warren Buffett, the well-known investor, has done something amazing again. He gave away $6 billion worth of his company's stock to five different foundations. This is not new for him. Since 2006, he has given away about $60 billion in total to these foundations. He announced this on a Friday evenin

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Jun 17 2025BUSINESS

A Man Who Changed the Beauty Game

Leonard Lauder, who passed away at 92, was a big name in the beauty world. He took his family's small cosmetics business and turned it into a global powerhouse. This journey started back in 1946 when his parents, Estee and Joseph, founded the company. Leonard joined the family business in 1958 and s

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Jun 02 2025HEALTH

Gates' Wealthy Pledge to Africa

The fifth wealthiest individual globally is Bill Gates. He is the co-founder of a major tech company. Gates has made a bold decision to use most of his $200 billion fortune to improve conditions in Africa. This pledge is part of a broader plan to give away 99% of his wealth by 2045. Gates aims to f

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May 28 2025SPORTS

The Unsung Hero Behind the Golden Bear's Success

Jack Nicklaus is a name that stands out in golf history. With 18 major wins and 117 professional victories, his on-course achievements are legendary. However, behind every great man, there is often an even greater woman. Barbara Nicklaus, Jack's wife, has played a crucial role in his career and in t

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May 24 2025BUSINESS

The Changing Face of Big-Time Giving

The landscape of big-time giving is undergoing a significant transformation. The era dominated by male billionaire philanthropists like Bill Gates and Warren Buffett is coming to an end. The future of philanthropy is being shaped by women who are taking the lead in giving. This shift is driven by ne

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May 16 2025EDUCATION

The Constitution: A Billionaire's Gift to the People

The Constitution of the United States is a powerful document. It has guided the country for over two centuries. Now, a wealthy businessman wants to share this important piece of history with everyone. Ken Griffin, the head of Citadel, has decided to lend his personal copies of the Constitution and t

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