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Feb 05 2025RELIGION

The Passing of a Visionary Leader: Aga Khan IV

In Portugal, the 49th leader of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, passed away. He was widely known as the Aga Khan IV. He was not just a spiritual figurehead but also a philanthropist and business leader. The Aga Khan IV had been guiding his followers since he was a young

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Feb 04 2025BUSINESS

From Family Kitchens to Skincare Ventures

Picture this: a young boy in India, watching his grandmother whip up spices in yogurt, not for a meal, but for a face mask. That boy was Atul Bhatara, and those memories would later fuel his skincare business. Growing up, he spent time with his relatives in Queens and was a student at St. J

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Romania's Election Chaos and the Putin Connection

There's a lot happening in Romania, and it's getting tricky. It all started with their presidential election in November. The country is going through big changes. The first round had a front-runner in Calin Georgescu, a guy who loves Putin, hates the European Union, and has a big plan to r

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Jan 25 2025BUSINESS

Reimagining Old Spaces: What Investors Really Think About Reviving Historic Buildings in China

Investing in old buildings can be a real challenge. For investors, things like money, interest, and leasing terms can greatly affect their decisions. By understanding what drives these investors, it helps to involve people with different interests in reviving historic buildings. This paper looked cl

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Jan 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Moon Joins World Heritage Sites at Risk

For a long time, the World Monuments Fund has been highlighting places like Machu Picchu, Cambodian temples, and Yemen's old city of Taiz that need protection. This year, they've added a surprising site: the moon. "It seems so far away, " says Bénédicte de Montlaur, the group's president. "But with

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Jennifer Rubin and Norm Eisen Launch New Media Venture

Veteran columnist Jennifer Rubin has left The Washington Post and teamed up with former ethics chief Norm Eisen to start a new publication called The Contrarian. They aim to counter what they see as a growing authoritarian threat, focusing on pro-democracy content. The founders have already recruite

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Jan 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Beyoncé Steps In: Stars Join Fire Relief Efforts

Wildfires in Los Angeles are causing quite a stir, affecting movies, TV shows, and even music. With weak winds and tough firefighting, things are slowly getting better. But the showbiz world is still facing delays. The Producers Guild put their nominations on hold, and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex,

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Jan 13 2025SPORTS

Puka Nacua's Rise: A Look into His Heritage and NFL Impact

You might not have heard of Puka Nacua before the 2023 NFL draft. He was picked by the LA Rams as the 177th choice in the fifth round. But fast forward to 2025, and this wide receiver became one of the league's hottest names. Nacua's impressive performance in his first season with the Rams earned hi

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Jan 11 2025POLITICS

Why Do Dictators Stay in Power?

Last year, many people voted, but many elections were shams. The world is filled with dictators and wannabes. What makes these strongmen stay in power, even after causing harm? Let's look at different types of dictatorships. There are family-run ones like Azerbaijan, police states like Russia, comm

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Jan 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Famous Homes and Hollywood Events Hit Hard by LA Fires

Fires have been causing quite a stir in Los Angeles. Thousands of buildings, homes, and businesses have been reduced to ashes. A lot of celebrities have stepped up to talk about losing their homes and asked people to chip in for fire relief. Big Hollywood events like the premieres of ”Wolf Man” and

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