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Nov 07 2025CELEBRITIES

Streaming Stars: Why Knowing Legends Isn't a Must

The internet was buzzing after comedian Deon Cole pointed out that streamer Kai Cenat didn't seem to recognize well-known Black celebrities during his BET Awards streaming gig. This sparked a debate about whether knowing industry legends is still important in today's digital age. Consequence, a res

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Nov 06 2025HEALTH

Finding Balance: How Lebanese Patients View Recovery from Mental Illness

In Lebanon, understanding how people recover from mental health issues is crucial, especially with all the challenges the country faces. A recent study dug into this topic by talking to patients in a major hospital. They used a method called grounded theory to figure out what recovery means to these

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

A New York Mayor with Bollywood Roots

Zohran Mamdani, the new mayor-elect of New York City, surprised many when he ended his victory speech with a Bollywood song. As he finished speaking, he placed his hand over his heart, and then the song "Dhoom Machale" started playing. This choice of music was not random; it reflected his cultural b

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Nov 05 2025BUSINESS

How Weather and Costs Hit Godrej Agrovet's Profits

Godrej Agrovet, a big name in India's agriculture sector, saw its profits drop in the last quarter. This was mainly because of too much rain and rising costs. The heavy rainfall, which was way more than usual, messed up farming schedules. Farmers couldn't spray pesticides and other treatments as pla

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Nov 04 2025FINANCE

Money for Climate Resilience: A New Fund Steps Up

A new fund, supported by MUFG and other investors, has raised $600 million to help countries deal with climate change. This fund, called the GAIA Climate Loan Fund, focuses on projects that make communities stronger against extreme weather like floods and droughts. The fund's goal is to show that p

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Nov 04 2025CELEBRITIES

Sparkle Everywhere: The Story Behind Sequins on the Red Carpet

Sequins are not just for holidays and parties anymore. They are taking over red carpets too. At the recent LACMA Art+Film Gala, many stars like Salma Hayek, Doja Cat, and Cindy Crawford wore shiny sequin dresses. All these dresses were from Gucci, the event's sponsor. At first glance, it might seem

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Nov 04 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Grade Grumble: Students Push Back on Tougher Grading

Harvard University is facing a wave of student discontent. The reason? A recent internal report suggested that the school's grading system needs a major overhaul. The report, written by Dean of Undergraduate Education Amanda Claybaugh, pointed out that A grades have become way too common. In fact, 6

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Nov 02 2025EDUCATION

Louisiana's Education Chief: Balancing Policy and Politics

Cade Brumley, the state superintendent of education in Louisiana, is making waves in the education world. He's known for his hands-on approach, often visiting schools and engaging with students and teachers. His focus is on improving math and reading skills, and he's had some success in raising the

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Nov 01 2025BUSINESS

Amazon's Big Change: Why 14, 000 Jobs Were Cut

Amazon recently let go of 14, 000 employees. The company's CEO, Andy Jassy, explained that this wasn't about saving money or replacing people with AI. Instead, he said it was about fitting the right people into the company's culture. This move comes after Amazon grew a lot over the past few years.

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Nov 01 2025CELEBRITIES

Jack Bieber's Halloween Outfit: A Cute Throwback to Dad's Music Days

Halloween is a big deal for many families, and the Bieber household is no exception. This year, the focus was on their little one, Jack Blues Bieber, who turned one in August. For his second Halloween, Jack dressed up as his dad, Justin, during his early music career days. He wore a white outfit wit

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