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Gingerbread events return to Vancouver, Decatur and Mall of AfricaLifestyle — 3dHoliday gingerbread attractions are returning in Vancouver, Decatur and at South Africa’s Mall of Africa, ranging from community-built displays to an interactive family village. Vancouver’s 34th annual display raises donations for Make-A-Wish Canada, while the other events feature local creations, decorating and games.

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Chinese Student Arrested in Ginza Attack, 25 HospitalizedWorld — Oct 29, 2026Tokyo police arrested a 24-year-old Chinese student accused of spraying a man with a capsaicin-containing substance at a Ginza shopping complex in May. Nearly 30 people reported eye or throat irritation, 25 were hospitalized, and police are seeking another man seen with the suspect before the attack.

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Gina Hinojosa rallies voters across Texas — Oct 25, 2026Democratic Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa made Get-Out-the-Vote stops in Corpus Christi, meeting with students and rallying supporters as she challenged incumbent Greg Abbott. She emphasized cooperation with local governments and campaigned on issues including education, affordability and health care.

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Sundance plans Boulder debut gala honoring four — 2dSundance Institute will kick off the festival’s first year in Boulder with a Jan. 22 fundraising gala hosted by Stanley Tucci. Jesse Eisenberg, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Beth de Araújo and Dawn Porter will receive honors as the event raises funds for independent filmmakers; the festival runs Jan. 21–31, 2027.

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Rachel Meyers Honoring Eisenberg and those three directors at the fundraiser is a good fit. Raising cash for new filmmakers matters more than flashy venues.

Dong Nai Council Approves 32 Resolutions on Land and WelfarePolitics — 5dA 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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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom 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.

Texas lawmaker files $17 billion household rebate bill — 4dTexas state Sen. Roland Gutierrez has proposed one-time $1,500 payments to households as part of Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa’s affordability agenda, funded by a $17 billion withdrawal from the state’s rainy day fund. The plan would require a two-thirds vote in each chamber, faces substantial Republican opposition, and does not specify whether recipients must be U.S. citizens.

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Rachel Meyers Payments should require proof of citizenship or the whole idea risks rewarding non-taxpayers.

Hinojosa defeats Abbott to end Texas Democrats' decades-long drought — Nov 2, 2026Texas Gov. Greg Abbott faces a tight reelection race against Democrat Gina Hinojosa, whose victory would make her the state’s first Latina governor and end more than three decades of Republican control. The candidates offer contrasting approaches to education and affordability, while recent polling shows the contest nearly even and turnout could prove decisive.

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Meme accuses Texas Democrats of hiding votes from Gina HinojosaPolitics — Nov 5, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Marcus Bell If Texas Democrats are really hiding votes from their own candidate, that points to internal party problems needing investigation.

Texans Elect Democrat Governor Who Vowed To Freeze Data Center Construction — Nov 4, 2026Texas voters on Tuesday elected Democrat Gina Hinojosa as governor after she promised an immediate halt to new data centers in the state.

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Bangladesh Ice Cream Industry Grows 12% AnnuallyLifestyle — Oct 30, 2026Ice cream ranges from revived and unusual flavors—such as 18th-century Parmesan and ginger paired with vanilla—to Bangkok shops serving playful, layered sundaes. In Bangladesh, the growing ice cream market is spurring new products and premium competition, though industry leaders say low profit margins and modest household purchases remain challenges.

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Abbott criticizes Hinojosa income tax stance at Amarillo rally — Oct 29, 2026Texas Gov. Greg Abbott campaigned in Amarillo with local Republican candidates as he urged voters to turn out ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election. He criticized Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa over her past support for a state income tax, arguing it conflicts with Texas voters’ opposition to one.

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Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Andrew Ginter1 source — Oct 23, 2026

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Elena Vasquez I still think more regulation is needed no matter what Andrew Ginter recommends.

Abbott Holds GOP Get-Out-the-Vote Rallies Across Texas — Oct 20, 2026Gov. Greg Abbott held “Let’s Roll” get-out-the-vote rallies in Texas, urging early voting and emphasizing border security while attacking Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa. In Corpus Christi, he also promoted an app for conservative volunteers to mobilize voters; Attorney General Ken Paxton planned a separate rally there as part of his statewide tour.

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Seven Wedding Expenses May Qualify for Tax Deductions — Oct 20, 2026Ceremony fees aren't deductible, but Ginita Wall's Oct. 20, 2026 TurboTax guide lists seven wedding moves—from leftover food to charity registries—that may yield write-offs.

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Rachel Meyers Donating leftover flowers sounds fine but figuring their value at the exact time might be more hassle than it's worth.

Ann Richards Supporters Rally for Hinojosa Before Voting — Oct 17, 2026Former staffers and supporters of Ann Richards rallied for Democratic gubernatorial nominee Gina Hinojosa, drawing parallels to Richards’ upset 1990 victory and urging voters to build momentum for Hinojosa and Democrats across Texas. Organizers emphasized grassroots turnout as early voting began.

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Answer honestly and the AI sketches your soulmateQuizie — QuizNot who you think you want — who your answers say you need. The AI drafts the wanted poster.

Canned fish turns into quick budget dinners with these recipesLifestyle — Oct 19, 2026Quick weeknight meals can minimize prep and cleanup, including lime-ginger shrimp fried rice with mango and bok choy, ready in about 25 minutes, and a broccoli-cheese rice casserole baked in one dish. The recipes are presented as flexible options for families, with vegetables easily swapped to use what’s on hand.

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Sam Okafor Swapping whatever produce is already in the fridge fits how I actually shop and cook on a tight budget.

Harry Potter Star Bonnie Wright Welcomes Second Child — Oct 17, 2026Bonnie Wright, best known as Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter films, announced the home birth of her second son, Aster Sky, with husband Andrew Lococo. The couple’s first child, Elio, was born in 2023.

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Nicole Hardy Glad to hear their family is growing after Elio, hope the boys get along as they get older.

Pope Leo Urges End to Violence in Peru — 1dPope Leo XIV called for an end to Peru’s rising violence during a visit to Chiclayo and a remote Andean community he once served, urging people to confront injustice through prayer and determined efforts rather than brutality. He also highlighted the hardships facing rural communities as crime and political instability weigh on the country.

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Tom Gallagher Rural areas are bearing the worst of the crime and instability so urging people to confront injustice without brutality is the right message from him.

West Virginia Grandfather Charged With DUI After Grandson Dies in CrashWorld — 1dA 12-year-old boy died after an off-road vehicle driven by his grandfather, Michael Hager, overturned near Barboursville, West Virginia. Hager was charged with DUI causing death; authorities reported signs of impairment, while the boy’s school community remembered him as a joyful, generous student.