AZIZ ANSARI

Nov 11 2025BUSINESS

Tech Startup Zuum Hits a Bump in the Road

Zuum, a tech company focused on logistics, has recently filed for Chapter 11 protection. This move comes as a surprise to many, given the company's ambitious vision to revolutionize the logistics industry. Zuum's top 20 unsecured creditors are mostly brokers, with one notable exception: Accion Labs Us Inc. This company, based in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, has an unse...

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Money Talks: Who's Backing Whom in Portage's Big Vote?

In Portage, the upcoming city council and mayoral elections are heating up, and money is playing a big role. Seven candidates are competing for three council seats, and the mayor's race is between Patricia Randall and Nasim Ansari. The main issue? A new trash hauling rule. The city recently decided to use only one trash company, Waste Management, for five years. Thi...

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Oct 27 2025SPORTS

Chattogram's First T20I: A Battle of Spinners and Pacers

The first T20I between Bangladesh and West Indies in Chattogram is set to be a thrilling encounter. The MA Aziz Stadium, known for its balanced pitches, will host its first-ever T20I match. Historically, this ground has offered a fair contest between bat and ball, making it a favorite among cricket enthusiasts. Weather conditions might play a spoilsport, with a 55% ...

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Oct 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Weekend Box Office Winners and Losers

This weekend, movie lovers had plenty of choices, and some films really stood out. "Black Phone 2" stole the show, making a big splash with $10. 78 million on its first day. It's a scary movie that's got people talking, with Ethan Hawke back as the creepy masked killer. Made for $30 million, it's on track to pull in a solid $24. 4 million over three days. Not bad for...

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Jul 08 2025POLITICS

Gaza Talks Take Time: What's Really Going On?

Negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza are taking longer than hoped. Qatar, which is hosting the talks, says both sides need more time to agree. This is not what Donald Trump wanted. He had hoped to announce a deal during Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington this week. But it looks like that won't happen now. The talks started on Sunday. Both Israel and Hamas agre...

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Jul 06 2025POLITICS

Turkey's Political Tensions Rise as Mayors Face Detention

Turkey is witnessing a surge in political tensions as authorities detain more mayors from the main opposition party, the Republican People's Party (CHP). The latest crackdown saw the detention of Adana Mayor Zeydan Karalar and Adıyaman Mayor Abdurrahman Tutdere. Soon after, Antalya Mayor Muhittin Böcek was also taken into custody. CHP Deputy Chairman Burhanettin Bulu...

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Jun 25 2025POLITICS

Troops Lost in Gaza Amidst Shaky Peace

A fragile truce between Israel and Iran seems to be holding, but tensions remain high. The ceasefire, which started on Tuesday after 12 days of conflict, has given a glimmer of hope for lasting peace. However, Iran has made it clear that it won’t abandon its nuclear program, and its parliament is pushing to limit cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agenc...

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May 20 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Birthdays: A Weekly Roundup

There are many celebrities who have birthdays from May 25th to May 31st. It's a great time to celebrate some of the most talented people in the entertainment industry. May 25th is a special day for many actors and musicians. For example, Ann Robinson, known for her role in "War of the Worlds, " has reached an impressive 96 years of age. Ian McKellen, the lege...

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Apr 21 2025POLITICS

Lawmakers in El Salvador: Fighting for a Man's Right to Return

A group of four House Democrats has traveled to El Salvador. Their mission? To fight for the release of Kilmar Ábrego García. This man has been stuck in El Salvador since March. He was sent there by mistake. Now, these lawmakers want to make sure he gets a fair chance to return to his family in the US. The lawmakers are Yassamin Ansari, Maxine Dexter, Maxwell Frost,...

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Apr 07 2025CELEBRITIES

Bill Murray's Unusual Take on His Controversial Kiss

Bill Murray, a legendary figure in comedy, recently shared his thoughts on a sexual misconduct allegation that surfaced during the filming of a 2022 comedy. The incident led to the cancellation of the movie and a financial settlement with the woman who accused him. Murray's defense? He claims the kiss, given through a mask, was meant to be humorous in a tense situati...

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