STEVE ROMERO

Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Future: A Global Chess Game Unfolds

European leaders are not happy with a recent US peace proposal for Ukraine. They think it's too favorable to Russia and are planning to change it. This is happening ahead of a big meeting in Geneva. In South Africa, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that wars can't be ended by big countries making deals without involving the countries affected. He believes there...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

New York's Mayor-Elect Plays Nice with Trump, Locals React

New Yorkers are known for their skepticism, so when Zohran Mamdani, the city's new mayor-elect, had a surprisingly friendly chat with President Donald Trump, people took notice but kept their expectations in check. Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, won big in the recent election, taking every borough except Staten Island. His victory speech was all about ...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Powerful Nations React to Trump's Ukraine Deal

World leaders recently gathered in Johannesburg to discuss a peace plan proposed by President Trump to end the war in Ukraine. This plan, which includes 28 points, suggests that Ukraine should give up some of its land and reduce its military size. However, many leaders were not fully on board with these ideas. Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has already sai...

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Nov 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrity Birthday Bash: November 22, 2025 Edition

November 22, 2025, is a big day for stars! Many famous faces are celebrating their birthdays today. From Hollywood legends to rising talents, let's dive into who's blowing out the candles. Mark Ruffalo, known for his powerful roles, is turning 58. Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, he's come a long way from his hometown. Hailey Bieber, the stunning model, is celebrating he...

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Nov 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Qatar and Sony Team Up to Boost Arabic Films

Qatar's Film Committee and Sony Pictures International Productions have joined forces to create a series of Arabic-language films. This partnership is part of Qatar's bigger plan to grow its entertainment industry. The deal was announced at the first-ever Doha Film Festival's Industry Days. It's one of several agreements that Qatar has made with big-name Hollywood st...

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Nov 22 2025CELEBRITIES

From Ads to A-List: Stars Who Started Small

Many famous actors had humble beginnings. Before they became household names, they were in TV commercials. These ads show a different side of celebrities. They were just starting out, and some looked a bit awkward. But that's okay! It's part of their journey. Take Leonardo DiCaprio, for example. Before Titanic, he was selling gum. Courteney Cox, known for Friends, o...

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Nov 21 2025CRYPTO

Altcoins Shine as Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Lose Steam

In a surprising twist, Solana (SOL) and XRP (XRP) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are attracting investors, even as Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) ETFs face significant outflows. This shift suggests a growing interest in alternative cryptocurrencies. The new Solana and XRP ETFs have not seen a single day of outflows since their launch, according to data from SoSoValu...

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Nov 21 2025EDUCATION

Is College Still Worth It? New Programs Offer Alternatives

The job market is changing fast. AI is taking over tasks that used to be done by people. This makes many wonder if college is still a good investment. Tuition is going up, and the future of work is uncertain. Some big names like Steve Jobs and Bill Gates dropped out of college and still succeeded. But college has always been seen as a way to a better life. Now, busin...

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Nov 21 2025EDUCATION

Native Education Programs: A Shift Without a Plan?

Tribal leaders are upset. They say the Education Department didn't talk to them before moving Native American education programs to other agencies. This move affects schools and colleges that serve Native students. The Education Department says it will hand over programs to the Department of Labor and the Department of the Interior. But tribal leaders say this will c...

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Nov 21 2025BUSINESS

From Side Gig to Billion-Dollar Success: The Pivot Power

Starting a business from scratch is tough, but turning a side hustle into a billion-dollar company? That's next-level. Steve Sonnenberg, the CEO of Awardco, did just that. His secret? He's not afraid to take risks or face setbacks. In fact, he sees them as part of the journey. "Starting is my superpower, " he says. "I just pivot fast when things don't go as planned. ...

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