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Nov 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

El Salvador's Bold Move: Using Bitcoin to Secure Government Records

El Salvador is making waves again, this time by teaming up with Simple Proof to use Bitcoin's blockchain for something beyond money. They're now using it to keep government documents safe and sound. This isn't just about storing files; it's about making sure no one can mess with them. The idea is to create a tamper-proof system where documents can be verified easily....

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Nov 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Sharing Data and Knowledge Without Compromising Privacy

In today's data-driven world, many companies have valuable information but lack the expertise to use it effectively. On the other hand, some organizations have the skills to analyze data but need access to diverse datasets to build robust machine learning models. This creates a win-win situation where both parties can benefit from collaboration. However, there's a ca...

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Nov 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

Forest Acres Park Gets a Big Makeover

Forest Acres is getting a major upgrade to Citadel Park. The park will be closed from December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This is to fix the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm took down many trees and left the park in bad shape. The city chose to close the park in winter. This way, fewer people will be affected. The plan includes building a new pavilion. ...

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Nov 28 2025CRIME

The Afghan Shooter's Hidden Past

An Afghan man, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is suspected of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D. C. He was once part of a special counterterrorism unit in Afghanistan. This unit, known as NDS-03, worked closely with the CIA and fought against the Taliban. The CIA confirmed that Lakanwal came to the U. S. in 2021 because of his past work with the U. S. gover...

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Nov 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Michelin's Green Drive: A New Hub for Eco-Friendly Transport

In Clermont-Ferrand, France, Michelin has opened a huge new space called the Michelin Innovation Park. It's a big deal because it's all about making transportation greener and smarter. The park is built on the site of Michelin's old factory, which is pretty cool because it mixes old and new stuff. There are labs, workshops, and even virtual reality stuff to help inve...

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Nov 28 2025FINANCE

Big Moves in the Stock Market on Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Day is here, but the stock market doesn't stop for holidays. Let's look at some big news from today. Toyota is seeing more cars sold in the U. S. October 2025 was a good month for them. This is great news for the company. Microsoft is putting money into solar projects in Mexico, Brazil, and Spain. They want to be more eco-friendly and help out local a...

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Nov 28 2025FINANCE

IBM's Stock Journey: A Closer Look

IBM, a tech giant based in New York, offers a wide range of services and solutions. With a market value of over $284 billion, it's considered a mega-cap stock. This means it's one of the biggest and most influential companies in the tech industry. Recently, IBM's stock has been on a rollercoaster. It dropped 6. 7% from its highest point in the past year, which was $...

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Nov 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Carpentersville's Music Fest Revival: What's New and What's Not

Carpentersville is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to revive Jamboree Days, a beloved music festival that hasn't been seen since the late '90s. This isn't just any old music fest; it's a chance to bring back a piece of the village's history. Back in the day, Jamboree Days was a five-day extravaganza featuring big-name acts like Chubby Checker and Loverboy, alo...

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Nov 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Share Their Thanksgiving Favorites and Traditions

Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and fun. Many celebrities have shared their favorite parts of the holiday and what they look forward to every year. Donnie Wahlberg, star of "Blue Bloods" and "Boston Blue, " loves the leftovers. He and his wife, Jenny McCarthy, can't wait to make sandwiches with the leftover turkey. They start cooking early in the morning an...

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Nov 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

Forever Chemicals: A Hidden Threat to Our Food and Future

The EPA has recently approved a new pesticide, isocycloseram, which belongs to the group of "forever chemicals. " These chemicals are notorious for their persistence in the environment and their ability to accumulate in living organisms. The approval allows its use on various food crops such as oranges, tomatoes, and almonds, as well as on lawns and golf courses. How...

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