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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

China's Green Gamble: Climate Leadership or Economic Survival?

China is stepping up as a major player in the fight against climate change, especially with the United States taking a backseat. This shift is evident at the recent U. N. climate summit in Brazil, where China is playing a more active role than ever before. But why is China so invested in this global effort? One reason could be economic. China has poured a lot of mon...

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Nov 16 2025SPORTS

Panthers' Fresh Start: Trust Over Control

The Carolina Panthers are making some interesting changes. The team's owner, David Tepper, is taking a step back. He's letting the coaches and general manager make their own calls. This shift is making a difference in how the team plays. Tepper isn't as involved in the daily decisions anymore. He's not as hands-on as he used to be. People are noticing this change. T...

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Nov 16 2025BUSINESS

Erie's Unsung Hero: James Sherrod's Legacy

James Sherrod, a dedicated leader in Erie, Pennsylvania, passed away at the age of 63. He was known for his work as the executive director of the Martin Luther King Center, a role he held since 2008. Sherrod was a driving force behind the revitalization of Erie's west bayfront neighborhoods. He collaborated with city and state officials, as well as local organization...

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Nov 15 2025BUSINESS

Walmart's Leadership Shift: A New Era Begins

Walmart is saying goodbye to its long-time CEO, Doug McMillon, who will retire early next year. The company has chosen John Furner, currently heading Walmart's U. S. operations, to take the reins starting February 1st. This news came as a surprise, causing a brief dip in Walmart's stock prices before they partially recovered. McMillon's time as CEO has been quite im...

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Hakeem Jeffries: The Calm Leader in a Stormy Political Climate

Hakeem Jeffries, the House minority leader, is facing a tough situation. Just days after a big win for Democrats, he was grilled by reporters about Senate Democrats who joined Republicans to end a government shutdown. They asked if he was disappointed and if Chuck Schumer should stay as Senate Democratic leader. Jeffries stayed calm and focused on the "Republican hea...

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

How to Make Good Habits Stick at Work

Creating good habits at work is not just about willpower. It's about setting up the right environment. James Clear, known for his work on habits, shared some practical tips. First, leaders need to ask the right questions. Where is the team headed? What are they aiming for? It could be money, creativity, or even more time with family. The goal should be clear to ever...

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Keeping His Job: Starmer's Aide Faces No Backlash

Morgan McSweeney, the top aide to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, is staying put despite whispers of a power struggle. Rumors swirled that McSweeney was behind leaked stories targeting cabinet ministers, but sources close to him insist he had nothing to do with it. McSweeney's allies say he's done nothing wrong and isn't going anywhere. The drama kicked off when jo...

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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

A New Chapter for Savoie

Joseph Savoie, the former president of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, has decided to retire at the end of this year. This choice means he won't take a break or join the College of Education and Human Development as planned for 2026. Savoie shared this news in an email to university staff. He reflected on his long time at the university and its current cha...

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

Juan Kreutz Takes the Helm at SMBC Americas

Juan Kreutz, known as JC, has been appointed to a big role at SMBC Americas. He is now the head of Structured Finance Solutions and the Deputy Head for the Americas region. JC will be in charge of many financial areas. These include project finance, real estate finance, and global trade finance. He will also oversee business in Latin America. JC has been with SMBC f...

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Nov 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Big Plans, Bigger Challenges: AI's $50 Billion Bet

A massive $50 billion investment in U. S. data centers by Anthropic is shaking up the AI world. This huge move shows just how fast AI is growing and the big problems that come with it. The main question now is: Can leaders handle this growth without causing big problems for the environment and local communities? Building these data centers is changing economies and ...

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