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Feb 19 2025SPORTS

New Leader for USA Swimming

Chrissi Rawak, the former Director of Athletics at the University of Delaware, has been chosen to lead USA Swimming as its new President and CEO. This announcement comes after Tim Hinchey stepped down last August. Rawak's journey in swimming began in her hometown of Newton, Pa. , where she competed

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Feb 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Windows 11 24H2: A Fresh Start, But Not So Fresh

Windows 11 24H2 is the latest version of the operating system. It's not the most beloved, especially when compared to the Enterprise versions. The consumer versions, Home and Pro, are known for their annoying extra apps and constant nudges to use more Microsoft services. This guide will help you cle

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

U. S. and UAE Strengthen Ties Amid Global Tensions

The U. S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, made a significant stop in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of a broader diplomatic mission. This visit was notable for being the highest-level contact between the U. S. and Russia since the start of the Ukraine conflict in 2022. The UAE has been a k

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Feb 19 2025CELEBRITIES

K-Pop Stars: The Secret Weapon of Malaysian Brands

In recent years, something big has been happening in Malaysia. The Korean Wave, also known as Hallyu, has been sweeping through the country. This wave is all about Korean culture, including music, movies, and TV shows. But what's really interesting is how Korean celebrities are influencing what youn

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Feb 19 2025ENVIRONMENT

Antarctica's Warming Waters: Seaweed in Hot Water

The Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands are experiencing more frequent marine heatwaves (MHWs). These heatwaves are caused by large-scale weather and ocean patterns that lead to rapid warming. This warming has significant impacts on marine life, especially seaweed. Seaweed, or macroalgae

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Feb 19 2025BUSINESS

Big Moves: A Hedge Fund's Bold Market Bets

In the final stretch of 2024, a significant shift occurred in the investment strategy of a prominent hedge fund. Corvex Management, based in New York, made a substantial bet on the broader market. This move involved purchasing call options on the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust, commonly known as SPY. The va

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Pentagon's Money Pit: Where Taxpayer Dollars Go to Waste

The Pentagon has a serious problem. It can't keep track of how it spends its massive budget. We're talking about nearly a trillion dollars a year. That's a lot of zeros and a lot of money. Last year, the Pentagon failed its seventh audit in a row. This means they couldn't show how they spent all th

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Putin's Oil Problem: How Sanctions Are Shaking Up Russia's Economy

Russia's economy is feeling the heat. The U. S. Treasury recently hit Russia's oil industry hard. They targeted 183 vessels, mostly tankers, that were moving Russian oil around the world. This move has made it tough for Russia to sell its oil, especially to China and India. These countries were big

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Faith Meets Health: Training Religious Leaders to Tackle High Blood Pressure in Mwanza

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a major health concern in Tanzania. It's a big problem because people often don't trust modern medicine and focus more on spiritual health. This is where religious leaders come in. They are well-respected in their communities and can bridge the gap between he

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Feb 19 2025CELEBRITIES

Mindy Kaling's Hollywood Walk of Fame Moment

Mindy Kaling’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony was a big deal. She was given a star on the famous walk. Her friend B. J. Novak gave a speech that was both funny and heartfelt. He joked about how much Mindy loves being famous, even though it's a weird part of her job. He also praised her for handling

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