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Nov 20 2025BUSINESS

Lithium Demand Drives Chilean Company's Profits

Chile's SQM, a major player in the lithium industry, has seen its profits grow. This is due to a rise in lithium prices. The company made $178. 4 million in the last quarter. This is more than the $131. 4 million they made last year. Their total revenue also went up by 8. 9%. It reached $1. 17 billion. Lithium and its related products brought in $603. 7 million. Thi...

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Nov 19 2025SPORTS

US Soccer Stars Take On Uruguay in Tampa Showdown

A big soccer match is happening tonight. The US Men's National Team (USMNT) will play against Uruguay. This game is an international friendly. It will take place at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The game starts at 7 p. m. ET. Fans can watch it on TNT, truTV, Universo, HBO Max, and Peacock. The pre-game show starts at 6 p. m. ET on the same channels. The U...

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Nov 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Artificial Intelligence and the Growing Problem of Fake Child Pornography

In a recent case, Ricardo Russell, a former janitor at Deerfield High School, was accused of distributing child pornography, including AI-generated images. This case sheds light on a disturbing trend: the use of artificial intelligence to create fake sexual images of minors. Russell is facing multiple charges, including possession and distribution of child pornograph...

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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 police officers were among the casualties, but the details of the other d...

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Oct 29 2025SPORTS

Swansea's Cup Clash: Can the Underdogs Pull Off a Surprise?

Swansea City is gearing up for a tough match against Manchester City in the Carabao Cup. This game is set to take place at Swansea. com Stadium on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 03:45 p. m. ET. Swansea, currently 13th in the Championship, is hoping to make a big statement. They recently won 2-1 against Norwich at home, which might give them some confidence. However...

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Oct 22 2025FINANCE

Banks and Crypto: A New Friendship?

Banks are starting to see crypto in a new light. After staying away for a while, they are now taking a closer look. This change is happening because of new rules in Europe, like the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. These rules make banks feel more comfortable about getting involved with crypto. In Portugal, this change is already happening. Ricardo Martin...

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Jun 16 2025CELEBRITIES

How Desi Arnaz Changed the TV Game

Desi Arnaz is often remembered as the charming Cuban bandleader who played Ricky Ricardo, the loving husband of Lucy in the iconic TV show "I Love Lucy. " But there is much more to his story. He was a key figure in the early days of television, shaping how shows were made and broadcasted. Arnaz's impact on TV is often overlooked. Many people focus on Lucille Ball...

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Apr 29 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Miami Vice: The New Wave of Undercover Drama

There is a fresh take on an old classic in the works. The iconic 80s TV series Miami Vice is getting a new life as a drama film. The story will focus on undercover cops tackling drug dealers, just like the original series. This time, it is Joseph Kosinski who will be directing the film. It is not the first time he is taking on a big project. He is currently working o...

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Apr 19 2025CRIME

A Day of Tragedy at Florida State University

A shocking event unfolded at Florida State University. A gunman opened fire, leaving two people dead and six injured. The campus was immediately locked down, and students rushed out of the student union in panic. The shooter was identified as Phoenix Ikner, a 20-year-old student at the university. He is the stepson of a sheriff’s deputy. Ikner used his stepmother’s ...

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Feb 25 2025RELIGION

New Saints on the Horizon: Pope Francis' Latest Moves

Pope Francis has given the green light to advance the sainthood processes for several individuals, including a U. S. military chaplain and an Italian layman. This move comes after a meeting with high-ranking Vatican officials. The Pope recognized the selfless acts of two individuals, Fr. Emil Kapaun and Salvo D’Acquisto, who gave their lives for others. This recognit...

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