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Oct 25 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Hidden Power of Plant Foods: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Plants are packed with good stuff like vitamins and minerals. But there's a catch. They also have something called anti-nutrients. These sneaky compounds can block the good stuff from being absorbed. This makes it harder for the body to use the nutrients. Anti-nutrients work in different ways. Some

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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

Ivory Coast's Election: Old Leaders, Young Dreams

Ivory Coast is holding a presidential election, and the focus is on the age of the candidates. The current leader, Alassane Ouattara, is 83 years old and has been in power since 2011. He has overseen economic growth and stability but is now hinting that this might be his last campaign. Ouattara's j

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Oct 25 2025WEATHER

Oregon's Halloween Weather: Rainy and Windy Fun Ahead

Halloween in Oregon is shaping up to be a wet and windy affair. The weather is expected to be quite active, with rain and strong breezes making their presence felt. Temperatures will be mild, hovering in the 50s, so it won't be too cold, but the rain might put a damper on some outdoor plans. The Ca

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

U. S. Strikes on Suspected Drug Boats Raise Questions

In recent weeks, the U. S. has intensified its attacks on boats suspected of drug trafficking. The latest strike, confirmed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, took place at night in international waters. This particular attack targeted a vessel allegedly linked to the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua,

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Oct 24 2025EDUCATION

A Real Estate Teacher Makes a Big Impact in North Carolina

Alisha DeBerry, a well-known instructor at the Superior School of Real Estate, has earned a major award. The North Carolina Real Estate Educators Association (NCREEA) named her the 2025 Educator of the Year. This award shows how much she has done to improve real estate education in the state. DeBer

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Oct 24 2025EDUCATION

Minnesota University Stands Against Trump's Education Deal

The University of Minnesota made a bold move recently. They said no to a deal from the Trump administration. This deal was called the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education. ” It promised extra federal funding to universities. But there was a catch. Schools had to agree to certain cons

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Oct 24 2025LIFESTYLE

Styling Secrets: From Hollywood to Your Wardrobe

Tramell Tillman, an actor from the show Severance, has a stylist named Chaise Dennis. Dennis started his career in Los Angeles, working with luxury brands and private clients. His first big client was Ronen Rubenstein, an actor from “911: Lone Star. ” Both were new to their fields, and they grew tog

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Oct 24 2025FINANCE

Where You Live Affects Your Retirement Savings

Inflation is like a sneaky thief, stealing from your wallet bit by bit. It's not just about the price of your morning coffee today, but also about how much your money will be worth when you retire. The longer you keep your money idle, the more inflation nibbles away at its value. Different places i

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

A Look at Alabama's Controversial Execution Method

Alabama is set to use nitrogen gas to execute a death row inmate, a method that has sparked intense debate. The state's plan to execute Anthony Boyd this way has drawn criticism from the U. S. Supreme Court's liberal justices, who argue that this form of execution is cruel and unusual. They describe

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Oct 23 2025POLITICS

Putin's Playground: How Sanctions Are Shaking Up Russia's War Machine

Russia is feeling the heat as the U. S. and its allies ramp up economic pressure. The latest round of sanctions is aimed at cutting off the money flow that keeps Putin's war in Ukraine going. The European Union and the U. S. have both taken steps to tighten the screws, targeting everything from oil

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