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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Zimbabwe's President May Stay in Power Until 2030

Zimbabwe's ruling party, ZANU-PF, has decided to change the constitution. This change would let President Emmerson Mnangagwa stay in office until 2030. The party made this decision during a conference on Saturday. Mnangagwa is currently 83 years old. His second five-year term was supposed to end in

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Fixing the Lines: Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Gets a Break

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, a big deal in Europe, has been in a tough spot since it was taken over by Russian forces back in February 2022. But there's some good news now. Repair crews have finally started fixing the damaged power lines that connect the plant to the outside world. This is

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Oct 19 2025HEALTH

Keep Moving, Keep Thriving: The Power of Daily Activity

People often overlook the long-term benefits of exercise. They see it as a quick fix for looking good or feeling good right away. But the real magic happens over time. Moving your body regularly can significantly improve your health and happiness, even as you age. Researchers studied older adults i

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Oct 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Weekend Box Office Winners and Losers

This weekend, movie lovers had plenty of choices, and some films really stood out. "Black Phone 2" stole the show, making a big splash with $10. 78 million on its first day. It's a scary movie that's got people talking, with Ethan Hawke back as the creepy masked killer. Made for $30 million, it's on

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Oct 19 2025SCIENCE

Fixing the Power Lines at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant: A Step Forward

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine is getting some much-needed attention. After being cut off for a month, repair crews have finally started fixing the damaged power lines that connect the plant to the outside world. This is a big deal because the plant, which is the largest in Europe,

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Oct 19 2025EDUCATION

Dream Big: Staten Island Women Get a Boost for Education

Staten Island women who are the main breadwinners in their families have a chance to get some extra cash for school or job training. The Soroptimist International of Staten Island is handing out grants to help these women reach their goals. The deadline to apply is November 15. The application can

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Oct 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Powering the Future: Why Tech Giants Are Taking Energy Into Their Own Hands

The tech world is buzzing with a big change. Data centers, the backbone of the internet, are now building their own power plants. Why? Because the current power grid just can't keep up with the massive energy needs of artificial intelligence (AI) and other tech advancements. It's not that the power

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Oct 19 2025WEATHER

Mississippi Braces for Stormy Weekend

Mississippi is in for a rough ride this weekend. The National Weather Service has put the whole state on alert for severe weather. The main concern is strong winds that could cause damage. But there's also a chance of quick tornadoes and small hail. The storms are expected to start in the northwest

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Oct 19 2025WEATHER

Stormy Saturday in Southeast Michigan

On Saturday, October 18, Southeast Michigan braced for some serious weather. The area faced severe thunderstorms, but not every county was under alert. This raised questions about how weather alerts work and why some places get them while others don't. In the middle of it all was Metro Detroit, whe

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Oct 19 2025SPORTS

Indiana vs. Michigan State Football Game Paused Due to Storm

The Indiana Hoosiers football team was having a great game against Michigan State, leading 21-10 at halftime. But then, the weather decided to crash the party. Lightning strikes nearby forced a delay, and fans were told to leave the stadium for safety. The rule is simple: for every lightning strike

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