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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

South Jersey's Big Decisions: What's at Stake on Election Day

On November 4th, voters in four South Jersey towns have some important choices to make. Somers Point, Lacey Township, Downe Township, and Lawrence Township are all facing big decisions. These include school construction bonds, local gaming rules, and a liquor license proposal. School construction b

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Oct 31 2025HEALTH

Walking Longer is Better for Your Heart

Walking is good for you, but how you walk matters. A recent study shows that taking longer walks, even just 10 to 15 minutes a day, can greatly improve heart health. This is especially true for people who are not very active. The study looked at over 33, 000 adults who walked less than 8, 000 steps

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

A Clash of Beliefs: Ultra-Orthodox Jews and Military Service

A massive protest shook Jerusalem recently, as thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jewish men took to the streets. They were there to oppose a new law about military service. This is a big deal in Israel, where serving in the army is usually mandatory. The protesters were mostly dressed in their traditiona

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Oct 31 2025LIFESTYLE

Saying Goodbye: A Look at Local Farewells and How to Share Them

A beloved local spot, LW’s Bierstube, is shutting its doors today in Inver Grove Heights. This is not just about a place closing; it’s a reminder of how often we say goodbye in life. Whether it’s a favorite hangout or a loved one, knowing how to share these farewells is important. When someone pass

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Senate Challenges Trump's Global Trade Moves

The Senate recently made a strong statement against President Trump's global tariffs. This was the third time in one week that the Senate opposed the president's trade policies. The vote was tight, with 51 senators voting to block the tariffs and 47 against. Some Republicans, including Mitch McConne

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Oct 30 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Alzheimer's Secrets with a Smart Fluorescent Probe

Alzheimer's disease is a big deal. It's the most common type of dementia, and it's tough to diagnose and treat. One of the main problems is that scientists don't have great tools to see what's happening inside the brain. Specifically, they want to track two things: amyloid-β plaques and hypochlorous

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Oct 30 2025HEALTH

Staying Active: How Exercise Might Shield You From Digestive Cancers

Many people know that exercise is good for the body. But does it really help prevent digestive system cancers? Recent studies suggest it might. The big question is: how much exercise is enough? Experts say that meeting the recommended activity levels could be a good start. This means doing about 7.

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Oct 30 2025CRIME

Rio's Bloody Crackdown: What Went Wrong?

A recent police operation in Rio de Janeiro's favelas has left at least 121 people dead, making it one of the deadliest raids in Brazil's history. The violence erupted on Tuesday when police stormed into Complexo do Alemao and Penha, two low-income neighborhoods known for drug trafficking. Four poli

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Oct 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Call of Duty Hits the Big Screen: What to Expect

Big news for movie and gaming fans! Two well-known filmmakers are teaming up to bring the popular video game "Call of Duty" to life on the big screen. Taylor Sheridan and Peter Berg are joining forces with Paramount and Activision to create a live-action movie based on the game. This project aims t

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Oct 30 2025HEALTH

What's the Best Starting Dose for Lupus Kidney Treatment?

Lupus nephritis (LN) is a serious condition where lupus affects the kidneys. Doctors often use a medicine called prednisone to help. But, they're not sure if a higher starting dose works better than a lower one. A recent study looked at this question. It compared two groups of LN patients. One grou

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