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Nov 23 2025RELIGION

Young Women Join the Missionary Force at 18

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has made a big change. They now allow young women to start their missionary work at 18, just like young men. This change happened right away. The church said that young women can begin their missions after finishing high school. Many young women are excited about this. At Brigham Young University, students like Kate Be...

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Nov 23 2025CELEBRITIES

C. J. Stroud's Off-Field Life: More Than Just Football

C. J. Stroud, the Houston Texans' rising star, is not just making waves on the football field. The 24-year-old quarterback is currently sidelined with a concussion, but his off-field life has been the talk of the town. The Texans are holding onto hope that Stroud will return soon, but for now, they are focusing on their 5-5 record and their spot in the AFC South. St...

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Nov 23 2025BUSINESS

Kraken's Big Move: Crypto Giant Eyes Wall Street

Kraken, a major player in the crypto world, has taken a significant step towards going public. This comes hot on the heels of a massive fundraising round that valued the company at a staggering $20 billion. The company has filed a draft registration form with the SEC, aiming to list its shares on Wall Street. However, the number of shares and their price range are s...

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Nov 23 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin's Struggle: Safe Investments Are Winning

In a surprising turn of events, safe investments like Treasury Bills are now doing better than Bitcoin. This shift has left many crypto fans wondering what's next for digital currencies. Let's break it down. Right now, Treasury Bills are up by 3. 6% this year. Meanwhile, Bitcoin is down by 1. 7%. It gets worse when you compare Bitcoin to other safe investments like ...

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Nov 23 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin's Bumpy Ride: What's Next for the Crypto Giant?

Bitcoin has hit a rough patch, dropping to its lowest point in seven months. It's now hovering just above the $80, 553 mark, a level that has some experts worried about even bigger losses ahead. This isn't just a one-day dip; Bitcoin has lost 12% of its value this week alone. Earlier this year, it was soaring to new heights, reaching a record high above $120, 000 in ...

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Nov 23 2025HEALTH

Play Yards Pulled from Amazon: What You Need to Know

Amazon has taken a step back from selling Anna Queen play yards. Why? Because they might be dangerous for babies. The U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has flagged these play yards. They say the design could lead to suffocation or entrapment. This is a big deal because safety comes first when it comes to kids. About 70 of these play yards were sold online. Th...

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Nov 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Beat Goes On: Remembering Jellybean Johnson

Jellybean Johnson, a key figure in the Minneapolis music scene, has passed away at the age of 69. His death was confirmed by his longtime friend and bandmate, Morris Day. The cause of death has not been revealed. Johnson was more than just a musician; he was a driving force behind the Minneapolis Sound. He was the original drummer for the Time, a band that blended f...

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Nov 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Xbox Price Hike Looms Due to RAM Crunch

The tech world is buzzing with news that Microsoft might raise Xbox console prices again. This isn't the first time this year. They've already done it twice, once in May and again in September. But why? It's all about the global shortage of RAM. RAM is a crucial part of any electronic device, and it's in high demand. AI data centers are buying up huge amounts of it,...

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Nov 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

Global Climate Talks End Without Strong Fossil Fuel Plan

The recent United Nations climate conference in Brazil wrapped up without a clear plan to reduce fossil fuel use. This was a big letdown for many countries, including over 80 that pushed for a roadmap to move away from coal, oil, and natural gas. The final agreement didn't even mention fossil fuels, which are the main cause of global warming. The United States didn'...

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Nov 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI and 4D Flow MRI: A Game-Changer in Heart Health?

4D flow MRI is like a superhero in the world of heart imaging. It's a special kind of scan that shows how blood moves through the heart and blood vessels. This isn't just any old scan. It gives doctors important info about how blood flows, which can help spot heart problems. But there are some issues. The scans can take a long time. Also, the images might not be as ...

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