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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

President Biden Apologizes for Boarding School Abuse, Native Americans Demand Action

On Friday, President Joe Biden did something no other sitting U. S. president has ever done: he apologized for the brutal treatment of Indigenous children in boarding schools. For 150 years, the U. S. government took children away from their homes and families, forcing them into schools where they w

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Oct 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Different Kind of Time Travel

Ever thought about what a single house has witnessed over the centuries? That's exactly what director Robert Zemeckis, famous for "Back to the Future" and "Forrest Gump, " is exploring in his new film, "Here. " Based on Richard McGuire's graphic novel, the movie takes us on a unique time-traveling j

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Oct 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Grateful Dead's Bob Weir Honors Late Bandmate Phil Lesh

Bob Weir, the long-time guitarist of the Grateful Dead, has shared a heartfelt tribute to his bandmate Phil Lesh, who passed away recently. Weir highlighted Lesh's influence on his musical style and the band's improvisational sound. Lesh introduced Weir to jazz legends like John Coltrane and McCoy T

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Taiwan's President: No Backing Down on Territory

Taiwan's President, Lai Ching-te, made it clear the island won't give up any space to China. He was visiting the Kinmen islands to celebrate the 75th anniversary of a battle victory. This comes after two weeks of military activity from both China and Taiwan. Lai said the islands, including Taiwan, P

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Oct 26 2024CRIME

UN Aid Worker's Secret Life as Hamas Commander Revealed

Israel has confirmed the death of Mohammad Abu Itiwi, who was not just a United Nations aid worker but also an elite commander in Hamas. Itiwi led the Nukhba force, an elite unit fighting in Gaza. Israel's Defense Forces and the Shin Bet announced his death during a military operation on Wednesday.

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Oct 26 2024SCIENCE

Discovering Treasures: Silver Pennies from Norman Times

Imagine stumbling upon a pile of old silver coins. That's exactly what happened to a group of metal detectorists in southwestern England. They found 2, 584 silver pennies, dating back to the time of the Norman Conquest! This discovery, worth £4. 3 million ($5. 6 million), has become the most valuabl

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Oct 26 2024CRYPTO

Bitcoin Today: A Roller Coaster Ride!

Bitcoin, the OG cryptocurrency, is still the market leader with a whopping $1. 1 trillion market cap. It's known for its wild price swings, just like the ones we saw today with a 0. 79% increase. So, what's the deal with Bitcoin's price? It's not just about the economy or big companies accepting it—

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Voting Rumors: How Social Media Spreads Election Myths

In the final days before a big election, false information about voting is swirling around social media. These lies, spread by people like former President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk, are making many voters doubt if elections are fair. Some voters believe non-citizens are voting, or

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Oct 26 2024CELEBRITIES

Did Mariah and Yachty Date? The Truth Comes Out

Have you heard the latest twist in the Mariah the Scientist and Lil Yachty saga? The R&B singer has finally spilled the beans on their relationship. She admitted to dating the rapper, despite his previous denials. So, what's the whole story? Mariah and Yachty have been in the spotlight for the wron

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Oct 26 2024SCIENCE

DNA Evidence Adds Weight to Norse Saga

Imagine a time when historical tales were passed down through generations, often written down long after the events occurred. This is the case with many Norse and Icelandic sagas, including the Sverris Saga. This saga describes the tumultuous reign of King Sverre Sigurdsson in the 12th century, fill

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