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Oct 30 2024BUSINESS

AI Growth: A Casual Look at Some Favorite Stocks

You've probably heard a lot about AI stocks this year. They've been doing really well, and UBS thinks there's still a lot of room to grow. Let's start with Nvidia, a big name in chips. This year alone, it's gone up by almost 186%! That's way more than the S&P 500's rise of 22% in 2024. UBS says we'r

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Sun Power for Ukrainians: Crafting Portable Solar Panels

In the heart of Wisconsin, students and community members at UW-Eau Claire gathered to make a difference. They weren't studying for exams or playing sports—they were building portable solar panels. The goal? To bring light and warmth to Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict. Ukraine faces harsh winte

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Why Did Israel Ban UNRWA?

Israel's parliament recently voted to shut down a long-standing United Nations agency, UNRWA, which supports millions of Palestinian refugees. This ban could severely harm millions of Palestinians who depend on the agency for vital services like education, healthcare, and food. Despite strong opposi

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Israel Bans UNRWA: What It Means for Palestinian Refugees

Israel's parliament, the Knesset, has turned the spotlight on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) by voting to ban its operations within Israel. This move came swiftly on Monday night and has sparked a storm of international criticism. The decision calls into qu

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Israel Shuts Down UN Refugee Aid: What's Next?

Imagine this: nearly 6 million Palestinian refugees could be left without critical support like food, healthcare, and education. This is what's at stake after Israel's parliament passed a law banning a key UN agency from operating in territories it controls. The agency, UNRWA, has been a lifeline fo

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Oct 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

Xbox Insiders Get First Look at New Windows App Home Screen

Calling all Xbox Insiders! Microsoft has just rolled out a redesigned home screen for the Windows Xbox app, and it's now open for testing. This new interface combines the Game Pass and Microsoft Store experiences, making it easier to find your games without having to switch tabs. To join the fun, si

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Trump's Rally: Puerto Rico Praise Amid Controversy

Former President Donald Trump praised Puerto Ricans at a Pennsylvania rally this week, following a racist joke about the island. He claimed to be a big supporter of the Puerto Rican community and boasted about his actions as president. However, his past remarks and actions, like tossing paper towels

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Gaza's Struggle: Why isn't the World Responding?

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) recently expressed frustration at the global inaction towards Gaza's dire situation. Despite ongoing horrors, the world hasn't stepped in to help. Israel's parliament passed two bills that could severely hurt UNRWA's operations. These bills aim to b

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Election Speeches: Getting Rougher and Rougher?

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz was recently at a campaign rally in Wisconsin. He used some strong words, like saying Elon Musk was acting like a certain not-so-nice word. He also joked about Trump being tired from losing. The crowd seemed to find it funny, not shocking. This isn't new; political speech

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Oct 30 2024CRIME

Why No Hate Crime Charge in Chicago Shooting?

In Chicago, a man named Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, just 22 years old, has found himself in serious trouble. He's been charged with 14 felonies after allegedly shooting a Jewish man who was on his way to a local synagogue. The victim, 39, was shot multiple times and treated at a local hospital. The inci

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