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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Why Israel's Ban on UNRWA Might Hurt Palestinians

Imagine you live in a place where there's almost no government. That's Gaza, and a big help there is UNRWA, a United Nations group that does lots of stuff like teaching kids, giving healthcare, and even helping people with their feelings. But recently, Israel said "no more" to UNRWA, claiming the gr

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Oct 31 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Wicked Gets Rave Reviews for Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo

The new "Wicked" movie, directed by Jon M. Chu, has been getting amazing reactions from audiences. People are really loving the performances of Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, who play Glinda and Elphaba, respectively. The movie is also being praised for its fantastic production quality. Simon Thom

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Oct 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Marvel's Big Disney+ Tease: What's New and When

As Marvel fans wrap up the series finale of "Agatha All Along, " Disney+ has dropped a sneak peek at a bunch of upcoming shows. This morning's teaser gives a glimpse into some exciting new Marvel content, with clips from shows like "Deadpool & Wolverine" and "Daredevil: Born Again. " "Deadpool & Wo

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Oct 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Martha Stewart's Mixed Feelings about Her Netflix Documentary

Have you ever watched a movie about yourself and didn't quite like the ending? That's exactly what happened to Martha Stewart. In a chat with the New York Times, the lifestyle guru shared her thoughts on Netflix's documentary "Martha. " She loved the first half but felt the rest was "a bit lazy. " S

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Oct 30 2024WEATHER

Unusual Warmth and Little Rain for Columbia's October

Columbia has seen barely any rain this month, with only a hint of moisture recorded so far. If this dry trend continues, October could set a new record as the driest month ever. The last time the city experienced significant rain was way back on September 27, thanks to Hurricane Helene. The weather

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Oct 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

Should You Upgrade? Comparing the New M4 Mac Mini

Apple recently unveiled its smallest Mac mini yet, featuring the powerful M4 chip and a refreshed design. But is it worth upgrading from the M2 or M1 model? Let's break it down. The new M4 Mac mini is smaller than ever, measuring just 5 inches square, and offers a significant performance boost. Appl

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Oct 30 2024FINANCE

Bank Goes Green: HLB's New Plan for Sustainable Loans

On October 29, 2024, Hong Leong Bank (HLB) kicked off its journey into greener finance with the launch of its Sustainable Finance Framework (SFF). This initiative aims to invest a whopping US$4. 5 billion (RM20 billion) over five years to support projects that promote sustainability. The bank has be

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Oct 30 2024ENVIRONMENT

AI Boom: A Silicon Valley Mess with Global Impact

Imagine throwing away 13 billion iPhones every year. That's the scary prediction for electronic waste by 2030, thanks to the AI boom. Silicon Valley companies are pouring money into data centers for generative AI. But all this progress comes at a cost. The chips and equipment used today will soon be

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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

U. S. Reports North Korean Forces in Russia's Battle

The United States has shared a significant detail about North Korea’s involvement in the Ukraine war. A spokesperson from the Pentagon revealed that North Korea has dispatched around 10, 000 troops to support Russia. Some of these soldiers have already moved towards the Kursk region, which borders U

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