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Oct 19 2025CELEBRITIES

Love Across the Aisle: When Stars and Politicians Cross Paths

When the world of fame and politics collide, it's not just about power and glamour. It's about real people trying to make relationships work despite their busy lives. Take Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau, for example. They kept their romance under wraps for a while, but eventually, they were caught sm

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Oct 19 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Erie Canal: A Mixed Bag of Progress and Problems

The Erie Canal is a peaceful spot today, with people enjoying nature along its path. But back in 1825, when it first opened, it was a big deal for trade and travel. The canal cut through forests and fields, making way for mules to pull barges at 4 miles per hour. This was much faster than wagons on

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Oct 19 2025OPINION

A Community's Fight for Fresh Food

In a world where many see problems but few act, Rhonda Vesey stands out. She noticed a big issue in her neighborhood: no grocery store since 2018. This wasn't just inconvenient; it was a real struggle for those without cars or who couldn't walk far. Fresh, healthy food was hard to come by. Vesey di

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Oct 19 2025CRIME

Museum Heists: A Look at Some of the Biggest Art Thefts

Museums are supposed to be safe places for art. But sometimes, thieves find a way in. Here are some of the biggest art heists from museums around the world. In August 2023, the British Museum in London had a big problem. Over time, thieves had stolen about 2, 000 artifacts. This included gold jewel

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Oct 19 2025CRYPTO

BNB's Big Move: What's Driving the Crypto's Recent Surge?

BNB, the token behind the BNB Chain, has been on a roll. It jumped over 3% in just one day, reaching a high of $1, 131 before settling back down. This is a bigger gain than most other cryptos, which only went up by about 2. 43% in the same time. So, what's behind this sudden boost? One big reason i

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Chicago Stands Tall: A City's Fight for Justice and Unity

Chicago saw a massive show of unity recently. Hundreds of thousands of people marched through the city's heart. They were protesting against unfair immigration actions. The march was part of a bigger movement across the country. The crowd was huge, stretching two miles long. It started at Grant Par

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Vermont Lawmaker Steps Down After Offensive Chat Scandal

A Vermont state senator has chosen to leave his position following the revelation of offensive messages in a private chat group. Samuel Douglass, 26, was the only elected official involved in the leaked messages, which included racist and antisemitic remarks. The scandal has led to significant conse

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Oct 19 2025CELEBRITIES

Limp Bizkit's Heartbeat Silenced: Sam Rivers Remembered

Sam Rivers, the bassist for the iconic rock-rap band Limp Bizkit, has passed away. The news was shared on the band's Instagram page, where they referred to him as their "heartbeat. " His sudden departure has left fans and bandmates in shock. The band described Rivers as more than just a musician. T

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Oct 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Weekend Box Office Winners and Losers

This weekend, movie lovers had plenty of choices, and some films really stood out. "Black Phone 2" stole the show, making a big splash with $10. 78 million on its first day. It's a scary movie that's got people talking, with Ethan Hawke back as the creepy masked killer. Made for $30 million, it's on

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Oct 19 2025FINANCE

France's Credit Rating Takes Another Hit

France is in a bit of a pickle. For the third time in a year, its credit rating has been downgraded. This time, it's Standard & Poor's (S&P) that's lowered the rating. But why does this matter? Well, think of it like this: a credit rating is like a financial reputation. It tells others how reliable

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