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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Trump's Garbage Truck Stunt: A Response to Biden’s Remarks

In an unusual turn of events, former President Trump found himself in the passenger seat of a garbage truck during a campaign visit to Wisconsin. This wasn’t just any garbage truck—it was decked out in Trump campaign stickers and flags. Why the odd choice? Trump was aiming to capitalize on comments

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Pennsylvania Voters Get Extra Time for Mail-In Ballots

In a surprise move, a judge in Pennsylvania extended the deadline for in-person voting in Bucks County. This decision came after a lawsuit filed by Donald Trump's campaign and the Republican National Committee (RNC) highlighted issues faced by voters on the last day of registrations. Long lines and

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Satellite Photos Reveal Damage to Iran Military Sites After Israeli Strike

Did you know that a recent Israeli attack on Iran might have caused some damage? Satellite images from Planet Labs show that key facilities for making ballistic missiles and air defense systems in Tehran and Parchin could have been hit. Experts aren't sure exactly how many sites were targeted, but t

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Oct 30 2024CRIME

The Mysterious Life of Elizabeth Báthory: A Different Perspective

More than four centuries after her death, the tale of Elizabeth Báthory, often dubbed the “Blood Countess, ” remains shrouded in mystery. From her castle in Čachtice, Slovakia, rumors spun around Báthory's cruelty, claiming she killed hundreds of young women and bathed in their blood. But did she re

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Oct 30 2024EDUCATION

Boosting Malaysia's Digital Future: TM One & MOE Team Up

You might wonder, what's the big deal about digital skills? Well, TM One and the Ministry of Education (MOE) think it's super important. They've joined forces to give students and teachers in vocational colleges and secondary schools a digital makeover. This isn't your average tech class; we're talk

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Oct 30 2024BUSINESS

A Dallas Developer's Vision for a Downtown Tech and Education Hub

Imagine a bustling downtown Dallas filled with state-of-the-art apartments, trendy shops, and a top-notch school. That's the dream of Mike Hoque, a local developer who's just bought a troubled city-owned property. This plot at 711 S. Saint Paul St. has been a headache for years, with vandalism and s

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Oct 30 2024EDUCATION

FAFSA's Phased Rollout Still On Schedule

The new Free Application for Federal Student Aid is being tested in stages before its full launch. The U. S. Department of Education says it's on track for the upcoming academic year. So far, some students have been using the 2025-26 FAFSA in beta tests that started in October. It will be available

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Oct 30 2024EDUCATION

Illinois's Fresh Approach to Student Readiness

Illinois is shaking up the way it checks how ready high school students are for life after graduation. Unlike the SAT, which is mostly for college entrances, this new system has four levels. Level 1 says there's room for improvement, Level 2 means you're doing okay, Level 3 is the goal, and Level 4

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Betting on a Better School? How Missouri's Sports Betting Tax Plan Measures Up

Ever heard of a new way to fund schools? Missouri is voting on it! They want to legalize sports betting and use the taxes for education. Sounds great, right? But hold on, there's a catch. Some of the money sportsbooks use to attract bettors won't be taxed. That's what policymakers are debating right

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Oct 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

New Police Drama 'On Call' Hits Prime Video with Lori Loughlin

Get ready for a fresh perspective on policing! Prime Video is launching a new series called 'On Call' on January 9. All eight episodes will be available at once, streaming in over 240 countries. The show, co-created by Tim Walsh and Elliot Wolf, follows a veteran cop and rookie teaming up in Long Be

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