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John Marin, a name not widely known, was a key figure in American modern art. He was born in 1870 in Bergen, New Jersey. His early life was marked by tragedy and change. His mother passed away when he was young. He was raised by his grandparents and aunts in Weehawken. Marin's artistic journey was

technology

Quantum Tech: The Next Big Thing After AI?

Quantum technology is finally stepping out of the shadows and into the spotlight. While everyone was busy talking about artificial intelligence, quantum tech was quietly making progress. The United Nations even declared 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. This year has

Ukrainians Battle Chilly Days Without Power

In the town of Vyshhorod, just outside Kyiv, the daily struggle for warmth and electricity continues. Olena, a local resident, has been without power for days. With temperatures dropping, she and her young son seek refuge in a small, heated shelter. This shelter, packed with about 20 people, offers

A Chat About the West Bank: Trump and Netanyahu's Unclear Stance

In a recent talk, Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the West Bank, but they didn't see eye to eye. They didn't share the details of their disagreement, though. Trump mentioned they had a long chat about it but didn't reveal what exactly they disagreed on. He said they'd figure it out eve

weather

Winter Storm Brings Chaos to the Midwest and South

A fierce winter storm swept through the Upper Midwest, causing blizzard-like conditions, hazardous travel, and power outages. The storm, which began on Sunday, brought heavy snowfall and strong winds to the northern Plains, making driving nearly impossible in some areas. Forecasters warned of whiteo

A New Chapter in Cambodia and Thailand's Border Dispute

In a move to calm tensions, Cambodia and Thailand's foreign ministers met with China's foreign minister in a province near the disputed border. This meeting happened just two days after both countries signed a new ceasefire agreement. The fighting had been going on for weeks, killing over 100 people

Ukraine and Russia: Who's Telling the Truth About the Drone Attack?

A recent claim by Russia about a drone attack on President Vladimir Putin's residence has sparked a heated debate. Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Ukraine launched 91 drones at Putin's home in the Novgorod region. But Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky called these claims "typi

weather

Minnesota's Holiday Snowstorm: A Look at the Numbers

Minnesota faced a serious snowstorm over the weekend. It left a lot of snow and made driving very dangerous. The weather service reported that Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport got 5. 8 inches of snow. Other places like Chanhassen had 5. 6 inches, Brainerd saw 3. 5 inches, and Eau Claire, W

entertainment

Celebrities and Their Unusual Wheels

Celebrities often have hobbies that are as unique as they are. One such hobby is collecting cars, and not just any cars—some of them have some pretty weird ones. Let's take a look at a few of these unusual vehicles and the famous people who own them. Jay Leno, a well-known comedian and car enthusia

How a Vice President Calmed a Storm Between Two Powerhouses