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Oct 29 2025CRIME

Enough is Enough: A Birmingham Eatery's Fight Against Repeated Vandalism

In the heart of Five Points South, a small restaurant is fighting an uphill battle. Slide Café, known for its sliders and wings, has faced a relentless wave of vandalism. The owners, Chef Raquel Ervin and Angel Lenzie, have had their windows smashed five times in less than two years. They've had eno

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

US Strike in Yemen: A Call for Justice

In April, a US airstrike hit a prison in Yemen's Saada province, killing over 60 African migrants held by Houthi rebels. This event has sparked serious concerns. Activists argue that this strike might be a war crime. They want a thorough investigation. The US has been targeting Houthi rebels. These

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

Young Musicians Stand Up to Power with Banned Songs

In Russia, a group of young street musicians called Stoptime has become a symbol of resistance. They played a song that the government doesn't like, and now they're facing consequences. The song, "Swan Lake Cooperative" by Noize MC, is banned in Russia. It doesn't mention President Vladimir Putin or

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Oct 29 2025HEALTH

Parkinson's Disease: Exploring New Treatment Paths

Parkinson's disease is a growing concern globally, affecting millions with its mix of movement and non-movement related symptoms. While dopamine-based treatments like levodopa are common, they often fall short for non-movement issues and can cause unwanted side effects. Researchers are looking into

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Oct 29 2025BUSINESS

Mississippi's Big Business Shake-Up: What's Next?

Mississippi is getting a major business makeover. Three big groups are joining forces to create the Mississippi Business Alliance. This new team wants to be the go-to voice for businesses in the state. John McKay is stepping up as the leader, with Derek Easley right beside him. But that's not all.

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Oct 29 2025EDUCATION

Launch Your Farm Dream: Online Course for Future Farmers

Ever thought about starting your own farm or seafood business? There's a course for that! The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a web-based business planning course for new and aspiring producers. It's a great chance to learn the ropes of running a sustainable business in the nat

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

Trump Family's Crypto Boom: Is Transparency Enough?

The Trump Organization has seen a huge jump in money from crypto sales. In the first half of 2025, they made over $800 million from crypto assets, mostly from their World Liberty tokens. This is a big change from the $51 million they made in all of 2024. Some people are worried about where this mon

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

Who Really Holds the Power?

Let's talk about power and who really has it. Donald Trump has been a big name in politics. He's run in many elections and won some. His party also won control of Congress recently. On the other hand, Joe Biden had a different kind of campaign in 2020. He stayed out of the public eye and let others

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Oct 29 2025CRYPTO

Circle's USDC Stablecoin Gains Ground Under New U. S. Policy

Circle Internet Financial Ltd. has seen its stock dip by 2% to $133 recently. However, its USDC stablecoin is making significant strides, thanks to the GENIUS Act introduced by the Trump administration. The market cap of USDC has surged by 59% since Trump took office, outpacing Tether's USDT, which

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

Ukraine War: A Glimpse of Hope or Just Words?

In a recent gathering in Saudi Arabia, Kirill Dmitriev, a key figure in the Russian government and CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, shared his thoughts on the Ukraine conflict. He expressed optimism, stating that peace could be achieved within a year. This prediction came after his discuss

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