Beloved 80-year-old Louisiana teacher gets surprise of a lifetime
When her beloved high school faced a teaching shortage, Frances Shaw came out of retirement. To honor her 52 years of service, she got a surprise that brought her to tears.
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Why you may be paying to help make the mattress industry more eco-friendly
Oregon began levying a $22.50 fee in 2025 on consumers who buy a mattress. It’s the fourth state to adopt such a policy, to help fund recycling efforts.
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UPSC IFS Mains result 2024 released at upsc.gov.in: Direct link to check here
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results for the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Main exam 2024. A total of 370 candidates have qualified for the personality test, with interview dates to be released soon on the official UPSC website. Candidates must submit their Detailed Application Form-II (DAF-II) between January 20 and 27,…
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‘Big Brother is watching you’: Collector’s coin marks George Orwell’s death 75 years ago
A 2-pound commemorative coin featuring the inscription “Big Brother is watching you” and a camera lens image is being released to honor George Orwell, marking 75 years since his death. The coin references Orwell’s novel “Nineteen Eighty-four” and underscores themes of surveillance and totalitarianism. Prices start from 17.50 pounds.
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New US gun laws 2025: Will they curb school shootings in America?
The United States grapples with a surge in school shootings, especially in California, Texas, and Florida. New gun laws in several states aim to curb violence, but the effectiveness of stricter regulations remains debated due to legal, cultural, and political challenges, including the Second Amendment and enforcement issues.
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AISSEE 2025 Sainik School registration window deadline extended: Check revised schedule here
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the registration deadline for the All India Sainik School Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2025 for classes 6 and 9 until January 23, 2025, following numerous requests. The fee payment window will remain open until January 25, 2025. The exam will be held offline in pen-and-paper mode, consisting of multiple-choice…
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LSU star Kyren Lacy arrested in connection with deadly car crash
LSU Tigers standout wide receiver Kyren Lacy was arrested and booked into a Louisiana jail on multiple charges on Sunday. Lacy was charged with negligent homicide and hit-and-run driving with serious injury or death, according to online jail records. Both charges are felonies. He was also charged with reckless operation with accident. CLICK HERE FOR…
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Maps show extent of wildfire devastation, homes destroyed
Los Angeles authorities revealed updated maps of the destruction left in the wake of wildfires across the city on Monday. The maps focus on the impact of the Eaton and Pacific Palisades fires, two of the largest and least contained of the blazes. The maps show destruction on a per-structure basis, with red icons indicating…
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Crush your New Year’s health goals with the help of these picks you can find at Walmart
Start small if you don’t know where to begin your fitness goals. Big changes can seem overwhelming and could undermine your resolve. Small changes are better for fitness resolutions because they are more manageable, less overwhelming and more likely to become sustainable habits; this leads to higher rates of long-term success compared to drastic changes…
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World’s largest religious gathering begins in India, hundreds of millions of Hindus expected to attend
Millions of Hindu devotees, mystics and holy men and women from all across India flocked to the northern city of Prayagraj on Monday to kickstart the Maha Kumbh festival, which is being touted as the world’s largest religious gathering. Over about the next six weeks, Hindu pilgrims will gather at the confluence of three sacred…
