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Food Guides Spotlight Regional Dishes Worldwide
Lifestyle
— 2d
The articles spotlight food experiences worth seeking out, from Hue specialties and Hanoi’s warming cold-weather dishes to China-only snacks, a Vietnamese vegan restaurant in Virginia, and dumplings from around the world. Together, they show how local ingredients, traditions and preparation give each cuisine its distinctive character.
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Veterans Serve Communities Across Countries
World
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A Tomb of the Unknown Soldier sentinel’s firm reminder to maintain silence during a Veterans Day visit by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth drew attention to military professionalism; reports say it is unclear who was laughing or whether Hegseth made noise. Other Veterans Day stories highlight veterans rebuilding purpose through peer support and balancing military service with college, as well as Vietnamese veterans who have created businesses and jobs after leaving the military.
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Dong Nai Council Approves 32 Resolutions on Land and Welfare
Politics
— 3d
A city council in Vietnam approved 32 resolutions spanning land, social welfare, finances and development, and called for prompt, transparent implementation. In San Antonio, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones joined the Climate Mayors’ Steering Committee, the city and county expanded support for veterans, and a council member sought research on cannabis legalization’s economic effects.
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Communities Unveil New Clock and Memorials for Veterans Day
World
— 2d
Communities across the country marked Veterans Day with ceremonies honoring military service members, veterans and their families. Events included new and rededicated memorials in Santa Clarita, Mexico, Artesia and Santa Maria, where a plaque was unveiled for a local soldier killed in Vietnam, as well as a gathering in Salinas honoring veterans and those missing or held as prisoners of war.
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Nicole Hardy
The Salinas gathering for POWs and MIAs stands out as especially important. Those families need the recognition as much as the veterans do.
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US Forces Shoot Down Iranian Attack Drones Targeting Middle Eastern Country
Jillian Butler · 2 min · 16h
Communities Restore Vietnam Memorials and Dedicate New Tributes Ahead of Veterans Day
Lifestyle
— 4d
Communities in New York, Kentucky and Oklahoma are restoring veterans’ memorials and organizing tributes to preserve the stories of those who served and died. In Greater Manchester, a veterans’ support group created a roadside memorial honoring the fallen while highlighting its work providing assistance dogs to veterans and emergency workers.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Civic Forums, Coalition Talks Shape Local Governance
Politics
— 5d
Communities are creating avenues for residents, especially young people, to influence local decisions: Charleston’s council is gathering input on a student residence hall’s commemorations, Knoxville youth explored how city government works, and children in a Vietnamese city raised proposals on digital safety, education and recreation. Officials in the forums emphasized turning community feedback into practical action.
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Trump Draft-Deferment Statue Erected on National Mall
Donald John Trump
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The anonymous art group Secret Handshake erected “The Foot Soldier,” a golden statue of President Trump rubbing his foot on the National Mall ahead of Veterans Day. The installation satirizes the bone-spur diagnosis that exempted him from Vietnam-era military service and includes a bone-spur mascot named Toey.
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Oprah Selects Mary Lawson's Solace in Winter as 126th Book Club Pick
Oprah Winfrey
— 4d
Oprah Winfrey selected Mary Lawson’s novel Solace in Winter as her latest Book Club pick, praising its moving story. Set in a snowbound Canadian town in 1969, it follows a widower who shelters an injured dog and a young American fleeing the Vietnam War draft.
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Tom Gallagher
Oprah's picks often highlight quiet human stories and this one with the injured dog seems especially touching.
US Vietnam and Portland approve tax cuts for small businesses
Business
— 6d
Recent tax changes aim to ease costs for small businesses: the U.S. federal tax law permanently extends the 20% deduction for qualified business income, while Portland is raising its small-business tax exemption to $100,000. In Vietnam, eligible businesses and household businesses with annual revenue up to VND 10 billion will receive a 30% income-tax reduction for 2026 and 2027, with the policy covering millions of taxpayers.
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FAA Grounds Nationwide Flights Over Communications Issue
The FAA grounded all departing flights nationwide Friday over communications problems at regional air traffic control centers, citing safety concerns as technicians investigated. Airports advised travelers to check with their airlines for u
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Seafood Dishes, Buffets Spotlight Coastal Dining
Lifestyle
— Nov 7, 2026
Several articles spotlight seafood dining: a Jonesboro buffet offers crawfish, sushi and hibachi; a Port Aransas marina restaurant draws diners for gumbo, crab balls and waterfront views; and Virginia Beach’s Captain George’s is known for its all-you-can-eat seafood buffet and crab legs. Other pieces describe Vietnam’s fresh scad fish salad and offer recipes for celebratory seafood dinners.
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Nike taps Vietnam, World War-era 'Ivy Soldiers' as inspiration for Army-Navy Game uniforms
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
Yourlist
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The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Races Draw Thousands Across Ireland, US, Vietnam
Sports
— Nov 6, 2026
Community and charity 5Ks drew runners in Ireland, North Carolina and Missouri, raising support for hospice care, veterans and a high school choir. Elsewhere, two Texas athletes completed a grueling 135-mile ultramarathon, while Da Lat’s Lamdong Trail 2026 brought more than 5,600 participants from 35 countries to race across five distances.
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Memphis Crews Battle Vacant Building Fire With Streets Blocked
Weather
— 6d
A large fire broke out at a vacant building in downtown Memphis, drawing more than a dozen fire engines; no injuries had been reported as crews responded. Separate fires were reported at buildings in London and Dong Nai, Vietnam; the Dong Nai karaoke venue fire was largely extinguished with no casualties initially reported, while the London blaze was contained to the building’s main floor.
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Hundreds of girls join STEM career programs
Science
— Nov 5, 2026
Programs in Canada, Vietnam and Australia, along with American Heart Association events in South Carolina and Indiana, are using hands-on activities, mentoring and career exposure to encourage girls to pursue science, technology, engineering and math. Organizers say early access and visible role models can build confidence and help address persistent gender barriers and underrepresentation in STEM.
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Out: Republican Dumbness. In: Democrat Dumbness. Always: Uniparty Dumbness
Seton Motley · 7 min · 17h
CVS Health to separate pharmacy and insurance units in 2028 split
Business
— Nov 4, 2026
CVS plans to separate its roughly 9,000 retail pharmacies into a standalone company while keeping insurer Aetna and pharmacy-benefit manager Caremark together, reversing part of its strategy to unite the businesses. The potential breakup comes amid heightened scrutiny of pharmacy benefit managers and vertically integrated health companies; the final structure and timing remain uncertain.
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What hobby should you actually pick up?
Quizie
— Quiz
Not another 'try journaling.' Twelve questions and the AI prescribes the specific hobby your brain has been asking for.
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Vietnam Ministry Prepares Security Operations for APEC 2027 Events
Politics
— Nov 5, 2026
Vietnam is preparing security operations for major national and international events, including APEC 2027, and plans to repeal two outdated resolutions on commune police. Separately, Louisiana State Fair officials are using clear-bag rules, size limits, a juvenile curfew and coordinated security staff to protect visitors.
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Vietnam India and Oregon set November arts festivals and exhibitions
Lifestyle
— Nov 5, 2026
November’s cultural calendar features festivals and heritage performances in Vietnam, art fairs, theater and music events across India, and gallery exhibitions in Oregon. Portland-area organizations are also offering discounted access to concerts, films, plays and other arts events through the Arts for All program.
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Manufacturing Growth Remains Uneven Worldwide
Finance
— Nov 2, 2026
Manufacturing expanded in October in India, Malaysia, Ireland and Vietnam, with PMIs above 50; India’s growth remained strong, Malaysia returned to expansion, Ireland sustained solid momentum, and Vietnam’s pace improved modestly. Reports also pointed to headwinds including softer output or orders, cost and supply pressures, and weaker business confidence in some markets.
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Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Dreams’ Returns, Classics Mark Chart Milestones
Entertainment
— Nov 3, 2026
Rock and pop classics are drawing attention for both their lasting chart life and backstories: Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” has returned to the streaming charts, while Led Zeppelin’s “Immigrant Song,” The Monkees’ “Last Train to Clarksville,” Debby Boone’s “You Light Up My Life” and Bachman-Turner Overdrive’s “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” are revisited for their landmark chart runs and origins. Their stories range from Vietnam-era subtext and a song written as a practical joke to the personal turmoil behind “Dreams” and the Reykjavík trip that inspired “Immigrant Song.”
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White House Officials Clash Over Nvidia Ties to Suspected Spy
A reported clash between Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick erupted inside the White House Situation Room as officials debated the handling of a… — by Andrew Powell
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National Sandwich Day in NYC
Lifestyle
— Nov 1, 2026
New York’s sandwich scene reflects the city’s cultural diversity, from Vietnamese bánh mì and Argentinian milanesa to a French-style jambon-beurre, as new shops and food tours celebrate the sandwich’s local appeal. In Beirut, a pricey chicken sandwich has sparked debate over widening economic inequality, even as strong sales show some customers can still afford luxury dining.
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Dams Face Flooding, Drought, Failures, Rebuilding
Environment
— Nov 2, 2026
Dams and reservoirs are facing sharply different pressures: heavy runoff caused Arizona’s Watson Lake Dam to overtop despite advance releases, while Vietnam’s Dak Drinh reservoir neared its dead-storage level during the rainy season. Elsewhere, a ruptured California hydropower pipe triggered a temporary downstream river-flow drop, and Michigan is rebuilding the Edenville Dam with a high-capacity zigzag spillway after its 2020 failure.
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Students Honor, Learn From Veterans
Lifestyle
— Nov 2, 2026
Schools and communities are finding ways to connect young people with veterans’ service and sacrifice, including student letters, remembrance artwork, and conversations between veterans and JROTC cadets. Colleges and local organizations are also highlighting the support veterans need, from resources for student veterans to community recognition and outreach for Vietnam veterans.
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Chelan County Passes $62.9 Million Preliminary Budget
Politics
— Oct 31, 2026
Public budget debates reflect competing pressures: Chelan County’s preliminary 2027 plan has a $4.6 million gap between projected revenue and department requests, while Spokane-area governments are weighing budget shortfalls and tax increases. In Vietnam, state revenue exceeded the 2025 forecast by 36.8%, prompting lawmakers to call for closer scrutiny of forecasting and long-term revenue sustainability even as 2026 revenue management remains focused on growth and enforcement.
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Tesla, Samsung oppose US tariffs on Vietnam as steel and solar firms seek penalties
Business
— Nov 2, 2026
Tesla asked USTR to weigh US manufacturers' supply chains ahead of a Nov. 29 Vietnam IP deadline; steel and solar groups seek new tariffs.
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Nicole Hardy
Vietnam should get a fair look in this probe instead of rushed penalties that ignore the full supply picture.
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Feds Launch Investigation Into State’s Largest Teachers Union
Libby Bandelin · 3 min · 17h
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