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Oct 22 2024SPORTS

Why the WNBA Commissioner's Dress Sparked Controversy

The 2024 WNBA season was a hit, with record-breaking attendance and viewership. The finale, a thrilling series between the New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx, ended with the Liberty winning in overtime. However, the game's controversial calls in favor of New York left a bad taste in many people's m

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Oct 22 2024BUSINESS

High-Speed Trains vs. Planes: China's Transport Dilemma

China is in a unique situation when it comes to its transportation network. It has the world's longest high-speed rail system and one of the biggest aviation industries. The government has been investing heavily in high-speed trains, connecting cities in just a few hours. This isn't something privat

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

China's Fire Drills Near Taiwan Spark Concern Amid Thawing Relations

Just a week after China's massive military exercise near Taiwan, the country is now holding live-fire drills in its southern Fujian province, which faces Taiwan. This latest move is adding to the existing tension between the two nations. The drills, which took place from 9 a. m. to 1 p. m. , were pa

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Why Ukraine Needs Trump's Firm Hand

In Ukraine, people are losing their lives and land to Russia's aggressive actions. The current Western support, led by President Biden and Vice President Harris, seems lukewarm. Their focus on not "humiliating" Russia hasn't stopped the Russian advance. Severodonetsk, Bakhmut, Vuhledar, and now Pokr

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Oct 22 2024CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Journey: Could It Hit $117, 000?

Bitcoin, the most talked-about cryptocurrency, has been through its ups and downs. On April 26th, it was trying to bounce back from a recent crash that saw it drop from its all-time high. So, could Bitcoin really reach $117, 000? Let's dive in and find out. When Bitcoin experienced a significant lo

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Ukraine's NATO Dream: A Possible Reality?

There's a buzz that the U. S. might soon support Ukraine joining NATO. This is big news, especially since Ukraine's been eager to join for a long time. Recently, a French newspaper, Le Monde, reported that U. S. officials are no longer against Ukraine's NATO membership. They might even speed things

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Steve Bannon's Prison Release Date Stays Firm, Despite Attempts for Early Exit

Steve Bannon, a prominent figure in right-wing media and a former advisor to Donald Trump, will be freed from federal prison on October 29. This comes after he and his legal team tried to get him released earlier. The Bureau of Prisons (BOP) confirmed his release date won't be moved up, making him s

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Oct 21 2024BUSINESS

pharmacy troubles: not just a passed pill?

americans might have thought that pharmacies were here to stay. with medicines and everyday goods in stock, they're like the last real-life shopping places left. but even these giants like walgreens and cvs are facing big problems. they're closing stores, letting go of jobs, and struggling to stay a

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Oct 21 2024SCIENCE

Ramanujan’s Math: Still Amazing and Mysterious

In 2011, a young mathematician named Hussein Mourtada had a breakthrough. He found a hidden structure in mathematical curves that had stumped others for a century. This structure was first spotted by an Indian math whiz named Srinivasa Ramanujan over 100 years ago. Ramanujan didn’t go to college or

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Oct 21 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Reimagined Warriors: Lin-Manuel Miranda Brings NYC Gang Thriller to Life

Think back to your favorite childhood movies. Chances are, "The Warriors, " a gritty 1979 thriller about New York City gang battles, wasn't on the list. But for Lin-Manuel Miranda, creator of the smash-hit musical "Hamilton, " this cult classic left a deep impression. Inspired by Sol Yurick's novel,

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