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Oct 19 2025RELIGION

A Metro Station in Tehran Honors Mary

In the heart of Tehran, a new metro station stands out for its unique design. The Maryam Moghaddas station is not your typical transit hub. It feels more like stepping into a place of worship, with its arched ceilings and religious artwork. The name Maryam Moghaddas translates to "Holy Mary" in Pers

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Oct 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Horror Rules the Box Office, Comedies Struggle

Horror movies are still the kings of the box office. "Black Phone 2" scared up $10. 7 million on Friday and preview screenings. It's on track to take the top spot this weekend. The movie is playing in 3, 411 theaters across North America. Experts think it could make around $24. 4 million over the th

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Oct 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Music TV Channels Say Goodbye: What's Next?

MTV, once a giant in music television, is closing five of its music channels by the end of 2025. This includes MTV Music, MTV 80s, MTV 90s, Club MTV, and MTV Live. These channels were beloved by many, offering a mix of music videos, live performances, and themed content. MTV 80s and MTV 90s took vie

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Oct 18 2025BUSINESS

Trump and China: A Tariff Tug-of-War

The United States and China are set to meet again to talk about trade. This time, it's to stop a fight over taxes on goods. President Trump said these taxes can't go on forever. He also said China made him do it. China has been putting limits on rare earth minerals. These are important for making t

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Oct 18 2025BUSINESS

Tariffs Turn Online Shopping Into a Headache

People in the US are facing new problems when they buy things from other countries. This is because of changes in rules about taxes on imports, called tariffs. These changes are making it harder and more expensive to get packages from abroad. For example, someone in Alabama wanted to buy wine from

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Oct 18 2025HEALTH

Why Utah Lags in Menopause Care: A Closer Look

World Menopause Day is a global event that shines a light on the challenges women face during menopause. It's a chance to see how different places handle this stage of life. In the U. S. , only a small number of women use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to manage menopause symptoms. This is much l

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

People Power: Mass Protests Sweep the Nation

Across the United States, a wave of protests is unfolding. These gatherings, organized by a group called No Kings, aim to challenge the actions of President Donald Trump. The first major event kicked off in New York City's Times Square, with thousands of people showing up to make their voices heard.

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

Caribbean Tensions: Trump and Maduro's Military Moves

In the Caribbean, a tense standoff is unfolding between the United States and Venezuela. President Donald Trump has been considering military action against Venezuela, deploying warships and B-52 bombers near the country's coast. In response, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has mobilized troops

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

A Misstep in Middle East Diplomacy: The Doha Strike and Its Aftermath

In the complex world of Middle East diplomacy, a single event can have far-reaching consequences. This was evident when Israel's strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, backfired. The botched operation, which took place on September 9, not only failed to eliminate its primary targets but also strain

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

Trump's Mixed Signals on Ukraine War

President Donald Trump recently met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. After the meeting, Trump suggested that both Ukraine and Russia should stop fighting and accept the current situation. He said, "Enough blood has been shed. " Trump also mentioned that both sides should claim victory a

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