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New Zealand's Stationary Cloud: The Taieri Pet

November 5, 2024

Imagine a cloud that always shows up in the same place, like a pet waiting for you at home. This unique cloud, known as the Taieri Pet, does just that! It's a seven-mile-long, sausage-shaped lenticular cloud that hangs out above Otago, a region in New Zealand's South Island. Locals have been seeing

finance

Homebuyers in 2024: Older, Richer, and Rarer

November 5, 2024

In 2024, a new record was set: more Americans used inheritance money to help buy their first home. This comes from a survey by the National Association of Realtors. It shows that first-time homebuyers were older and wealthier than before. This is a sign of how tough it is for many people to buy a ho

entertainment

Final Ride: Outer Banks Wraps Up With Season 5

November 5, 2024

Are you ready to say goodbye to the Pogues? The fan-favorite show, "Outer Banks, " is getting a fifth and final season on Netflix. This big news comes just before the second part of Season 4 hits our screens on Nov. 7. The creators—Jonas Pate, Josh Pate, and Shannon Burke—shared the exciting yet bit

politics

Kamala Harris Promises Action on Gaza in Michigan Speech

November 4, 2024

Kamala Harris, during her final campaign stop in Michigan, pledged to work towards ending the conflict in Gaza. She aimed to connect with the state’s large Arab American and Muslim American populations, who have been critical of her stance on Israel’s actions. With the election just days away, Harri

politics

The Strange Case of Louisiana's Voting Maps

November 4, 2024

Louisiana's congressional map has been a messy legal battle. A judge said the old map was racist and ordered a new one with more Black-majority districts. But another court said the new map is also illegal. Now, the Supreme Court has to sort out this confusing fight. They might change the rules for

crime

The Colorado Crime Spree: Why Asian Homes are Targets

November 4, 2024

Burglars in Colorado have been targeting homes of Asian American business owners, and the problem is spreading. Over the past year, $1 million worth of cash and luxuries have been stolen from homes in Douglas County. Police believe this is part of a wider crime ring called the South American Theft G

crime

Santa Clara County Education Offices Face Investigation Over Funds

November 4, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Santa Clara County's Office of Education (SCCOE) has launched an investigation into claims of misusing public funds. The news comes after the sudden dismissal of the former superintendent. Independent auditors have been called in to look into issues like questionable

politics

Mayor vs. White House: A Tale of Political Targeting

November 4, 2024

New York Mayor Eric Adams seems to have drawn the ire of the Biden administration. House Speaker Mike Johnson hinted that Adams' legal woes might be payback for his vocal criticism of the border crisis. This kind of political retaliation is typical of the Biden administration. They've turned the Jus

sports

Celebrate the Dodgers' 2024 World Series Win with New Gear

November 4, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers have just won their second World Series in five years, beating the New York Yankees in five games. Their star lineup includes Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman. Ohtani, known for his two-way skills as a hitter and pitcher, made his first World Series win with t

science

SpaceX Launch: NASA Invites You to Join Virtually

November 4, 2024

NASA has decided to let us join in the excitement of their next SpaceX mission to the International Space Station. You can watch the launch live from the comfort of your home. On Monday, SpaceX will blast off from Florida's Kennedy Space Center, carrying essential supplies and unique experiments to