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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

South Jersey's Big Decisions: What's at Stake on Election Day

On November 4th, voters in four South Jersey towns have some important choices to make. Somers Point, Lacey Township, Downe Township, and Lawrence Township are all facing big decisions. These include school construction bonds, local gaming rules, and a liquor license proposal. School construction b

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

James Comey's Fight Against False Claims: A Legal Battle

James Comey, the former head of the FBI, is in a tough spot. He's facing a criminal case from the Trump administration. They say he lied during a Senate hearing in 2020. But Comey says he told the truth. His lawyers say the questions he was asked were confusing. They argue that Comey couldn't have l

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Oct 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

Pennsylvania Schools Can Shine with Solar Power

Schools in Pennsylvania are facing a big challenge: rising electricity costs. This is a problem because schools already spend a lot on energy, second only to teacher salaries. But there's a bright idea that can help: solar power. Solar panels can be a game-changer for schools. They can save money,

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Oct 30 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Alzheimer's Secrets with a Smart Fluorescent Probe

Alzheimer's disease is a big deal. It's the most common type of dementia, and it's tough to diagnose and treat. One of the main problems is that scientists don't have great tools to see what's happening inside the brain. Specifically, they want to track two things: amyloid-β plaques and hypochlorous

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Oct 30 2025FINANCE

Tech Giants' AI Spending Sparks Investor Concerns

Big tech companies are throwing tons of money at AI, but investors are starting to have doubts. This became clear when Meta and Microsoft, two major players in the AI game, saw their stock prices take a hit after their latest earnings reports. Meta announced plans to spend between $70 billion and $

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Oct 30 2025SCIENCE

A New Way to Build Molecules: The Palladium Trick

Scientists have found a clever way to create special molecules called organoselenium compounds. These molecules are useful in medicine, materials, and biochemistry. The problem is that making them often requires tough conditions and doesn't work with many types of molecules. So, finding a better way

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Oct 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Morgan Wallen's Big House Double Feature: A Country Music Extravaganza

Morgan Wallen is making a splash in Ann Arbor. He's playing the Big House not once, but twice in July. This follows Zach Bryan's record-breaking show last month. Wallen's team announced the news on Thursday. Tickets go on sale November 7th. Wallen's not alone on stage. Thomas Rhett will join him on

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Oct 30 2025CRIME

A Teacher's Fight for Justice After a School Shooting

A teacher's life changed forever when a young student brought a gun to school. Abigail Zwerner, a former educator in Virginia, shared her harrowing experience in court. She described feeling like she was dying or already in heaven after being shot by a 6-year-old boy. The bullet is still inside her

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Oct 30 2025CELEBRITIES

Billie Eilish's Big Heart: A Call for Billionaires to Step Up

Billie Eilish made a splash at the WSJ. Innovator Awards, not just for her music but for her big heart. She raised over $11. 5 million through her tour, all going to help people who don't have enough to eat and to fight climate change. That's a lot of money, and she's using it to make the world a be

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

A New Hope for the Netherlands: Rob Jetten's Rise in Dutch Politics

Rob Jetten, a former athlete and manager, is on the brink of becoming the Netherlands' next prime minister. His party, Democrats 66 (D66), made significant gains in the recent election, positioning Jetten as a strong contender for the top job. Jetten's campaign was marked by a positive, inclusive m

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