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Nov 01 2025FINANCE

Trading Safely: A New Approach to High-Stakes Bets

A well-known figure in the crypto trading world is making a big change. Brett Harrison is leaving behind digital currencies to start a new platform called Architect. This platform is for trading traditional assets like stocks and forex. The main feature is perpetual futures, which are bets on how as

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Nov 01 2025SCIENCE

Uncovering Hidden Science: October's Coolest Discoveries

October brought some fascinating science news that might have slipped under the radar. Let's dive into a few standout stories. Ever wondered how to max out your score in Boggle? Dan Vanderkam, a software engineer, cracked the code. He figured out the best board setup for the highest score ever—3, 6

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Nov 01 2025FINANCE

New York Life Bets Big on Affirm's Buy Now, Pay Later Model

New York Life is putting a lot of trust in Affirm, a company that lets people buy things now and pay later. They have agreed to buy up to $750 million in Affirm's loans by 2026. This is a big deal because it lets Affirm lend more money without holding onto all those loans themselves. It's not the fi

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Nov 01 2025FINANCE

Vanguard Takes a Bold Step into Active ETFs

Vanguard is making a significant move by introducing three new actively managed exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These ETFs will be overseen by experienced managers who already handle some of Vanguard's most well-known mutual funds, like Vanguard Dividend Growth. This marks Vanguard's first attempt at

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Nov 01 2025FINANCE

Savvy Savings: What's Driving America's Financial Plans for 2026?

As the year winds down, many people are taking stock of their financial progress and setting new goals for the coming year. A recent study revealed that building an emergency fund and saving for short-term goals are top priorities for Americans in 2026. This focus on financial preparedness is driven

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Nov 01 2025BUSINESS

Why Are Investors Worried About Madison Square Garden's Future?

Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. saw a drop in its stock price on Friday. This happened after they shared their financial results for the first three months of the year. The company lost 37 cents per share, which was better than what experts predicted. They expected a bigger loss of 88 cents per s

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Nov 01 2025POLITICS

A Congressional Candidate's Interview Meltdown

A congressional hopeful in Illinois found herself in hot water after a heated interview. Katherine Abughazaleh, running for Illinois’s 9th Congressional District, is facing serious charges. She and five others were indicted for getting in the way of a federal officer’s job. The indictment says they

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Nov 01 2025EDUCATION

A Military College's Bid for Federal Funds Amid Turmoil

Valley Forge Military College is in a tough spot. They're facing money problems and big changes. Now, they're thinking about joining President Donald Trump's plan for colleges that support conservative values. This plan, called the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, offers federal

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Nov 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Elaine Hendrix: Dancing Through Pain

Elaine Hendrix, known for her role in The Parent Trap, faced a tough challenge during her time on Dancing with the Stars. She was determined to keep going, even after a serious injury. Three days after being rushed to the hospital with a rib injury, she was back at it, focused on winning. Hendrix h

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Nov 01 2025FINANCE

Hidden Gems: 5 Stocks Under $10 Ready to Shine

In the world of investing, stocks priced under $10 often get overlooked. But sometimes, these overlooked stocks can be hidden gems with great potential. Here are five stocks under $10 that could be worth a closer look. First up is Snap, the company behind Snapchat. It's been having a tough time lat

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