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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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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

People Power: Mass Protests Sweep the Nation

Across the United States, a wave of protests is unfolding. These gatherings, organized by a group called No Kings, aim to challenge the actions of President Donald Trump. The first major event kicked off in New York City's Times Square, with thousands of people showing up to make their voices heard.

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Oct 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

Why Fall Cleanup Might Not Be So Clean for Nature

When the weather gets cooler, many people start cleaning up their yards. They cut back plants and remove leaves. They think they are doing the right thing. But is this really good for nature? Leaving plants and leaves alone can help insects and small animals survive the winter. These creatures need

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Oct 18 2025BUSINESS

Greece Eyes Big Business Deals Across Borders

Greece is pushing for more business mergers and takeovers across European borders. The country's finance chief, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, believes this is key to boosting Europe's global standing. He made these remarks during a recent financial gathering in Washington. Pierrakakis emphasized that Europ

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Oct 18 2025HEALTH

Missouri Sees Hopeful Drop in Drug Overdose Deaths

Missouri has seen a significant drop in drug overdose deaths for the second year in a row. In 2024, the state reported 1, 450 deaths, a 25. 6% decrease from the previous year. This positive trend is seen across all regions, with Central Missouri experiencing the largest decline at 37%. Experts beli

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Oct 18 2025EDUCATION

Young Women in STEM: A Chance to Shine and Inspire

The Zonta Club of Austin is calling out to young women who are making waves in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). If you're between 18 and 35 and have made significant strides in these fields, this is your moment to shine. The club is now accepting applications for the 2026 Zonta Wom

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Oct 17 2025FINANCE

Harvard's Money Moves: Big Gains and Political Fights

Harvard University's investment fund, known as the endowment, hit a massive $56. 9 billion in 2025. This huge number is thanks to smart investments that paid off, even though the school faced some tough times with the government. The fund grew by nearly $4 billion in just one year, which is a lot of

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Oct 17 2025EDUCATION

Missing Voices: A Harvard Class on Black Women in Politics

A Harvard University course focusing on black women in politics has sparked discussion. The class, titled "History 167: Race, Gender, and the Law Through the Archive, " highlights notable figures like Michelle Obama, Stacey Abrams, and Kamala Harris. It aims to explore the impact of black women in p

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Oct 17 2025POLITICS

Guard Deployment Halted: What's Happening in Illinois?

A recent decision by a federal appeals court has put a pause on the deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois. This decision comes after a lower court ruled that the protests in Illinois did not justify the presence of the National Guard. The judge in that case, April Perry, found that the pro

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Oct 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Channing Tatum's Unlikely Comedy Ride to the Golden Globes

Channing Tatum is making waves in the comedy world with his new film, "Roofman. " This movie, based on a true story, follows a former Army Ranger who robs McDonald's by cutting through the roofs. It's a wild tale that also involves a Toys "R" Us hideout and a romantic twist with a single mom. The fi

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