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Oct 17 2025POLITICS

Mamdani's Big Plans: Can He Win Over Big Business?

Zohran Mamdani is on a mission. He's been busy meeting with top business leaders, nonprofit heads, and even real estate developers. Why? To convince them to support his big spending plans. He wants to increase city spending by $10 billion every year. That's a lot of money! Mamdani has been joining

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Oct 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Door Opens for Aspiring Storytellers

In a move to make the entertainment world more welcoming, Group Effort Initiative and WME are joining forces for the upcoming NXT Industry Sessions. This free online program kicks off on October 27 and runs until November 21. It's all about giving people a peek into the entertainment industry, with

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Oct 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Michigan Takes Action Against Tiny Plastic Pollution

Michigan is stepping up its fight against microplastics, those tiny plastic bits that are everywhere. The state is launching a week-long campaign to educate people about this growing problem. From October 19 to 26, Michigan will host a series of events, including a cleanup in Lansing and a virtual s

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Oct 17 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather Watch: Alabama Braces for Storms

Alabama is keeping an eye on the skies this weekend, as weather experts predict a slight chance of severe storms. The northwest part of the state is under a Level 1 risk, which is the lowest level on the scale. This means that while storms are possible, they are not highly likely. The main concern

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Oct 17 2025SPORTS

Albert Reinberg: The Unsung Hero of SLUH's MCC Quest

In the world of high school sports, there are stars and there are those who make the stars shine brighter. Albert Reinberg is one of those unsung heroes. As St. Louis University High (SLUH) prepares for their big match against Chaminade College Preparatory (CBC), Reinberg's role is crucial. High sc

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Oct 17 2025SCIENCE

How Fire Detectives Learn to Solve Burned Mysteries

Fire detectives, also known as investigators, are not born with their skills. They have to learn them, just like anyone else. In Minnesota, these detectives-in-training get a special kind of classroom: a house that has been set on fire on purpose. This house is in a rural part of Anoka County. A few

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Oct 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Salt Lake City Housewives: Reality TV's Newest Stars

In the bustling world of reality TV, "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" have made a significant impact. Us Weekly recently named them "Reality Stars of the Year" in their latest issue. The magazine's cover showcases the five original cast members still on the show: Lisa Barlow, Heather Gay, Mer

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Oct 17 2025SPORTS

Penguins and Kings Clash: How to Catch the Action

The Pittsburgh Penguins and Los Angeles Kings are set to face off in a crucial NHL game. Both teams are looking to break their losing streaks. The Penguins, with a record of 2-2-0, and the Kings, with a record of 1-2-1, will meet at Crypto. com Arena on Thursday, October 16, 2025. The puck drops at

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Oct 17 2025SCIENCE

Twisting Waves: A New Way to Control Sound and Vibrations

Topology and physics have joined forces in the past ten years. They have uncovered many new things. One big discovery is topological insulators. These are materials that let electricity flow freely on their edges but not inside. This happens because of how the material is built at a tiny level. Ano

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Oct 16 2025SPORTS

Who's Gonna Win It All? A Fresh Look at the NBA's Best and Worst Teams

The Oklahoma City Thunder are the team to beat this season, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading a strong lineup. They have a chance to be the first team since the Warriors to win back-to-back championships. The Thunder's defense and SGA's mid-range game make them a tough team to beat. However, the

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