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30/10/2025

All year long, Christophe Waggoner scours Texas thrift stores for children’s Halloween costumes.

His hard work is worth it in the fall when he hosts an event in which anyone can pick out a costume — for free.

Christophe Waggoner hosts a yearly event for kids — plus adults and dogs — to pick out free Halloween costumes he gathers and mends.

30/10/2025

Breaking news: 56 percent of Americans oppose President Trump’s demolition of the White House’s East Wing for a 90,000-square-foot ballroom, a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll found.

Trump has claimed the project is broadly popular.

Fifty-six percent say they oppose President Donald Trump’s decision to tear down part of the White House to build a 90,000-square-foot ballroom building.

30/10/2025

President Donald Trump said he has authorized South Korea to build a nuclear-powered submarine, allowing the country access to military technology possessed by few other nations.

Trump’s announcement was short on detail but came a day after he finalized a trade deal with South Korea that includes a pledge of $350 billion in investment.

30/10/2025

The FDA approved a new nonhormonal menopause medication to treat hot flashes.

Here’s what you need to know about the drug:

The nonhormonal menopause medication called elinzanetant may give people more choices to manage hot flashes, experts say.

30/10/2025

Hours-long wait times. Endless looping music. Useless robot messages. Millions of seniors and disabled people call Social Security every month.

What they experience is often maddening.

Millions of seniors and disabled people call Social Security’s 1-800 number every month. What they experience is often maddening.

30/10/2025

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is primed to return to the field Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks, but the offense won’t be whole — as wide receiver Terry McLaurin will be sidelined again with a quad injury.

The Commanders plan for their quarterback to be a full participant at practice all week after he missed Monday’s game with a hamstring injury.

30/10/2025

Scientists are using mushrooms to create sustainable insulation for housing in Alaska’s extreme climate, which sees parts of the state swing from minus-78 degrees Fahrenheit to 100 degrees throughout the year.

Scientists in Alaska are working to develop a sustainable and affordable fungus-based solution for insulation.

30/10/2025

The Trump administration will take a stake in at least $80 billion of new nuclear reactors that it sees as key to continuing to develop AI technologies through a deal it inked with the parent companies of nuclear developer Westinghouse.

The partnership would be funded with help from Japan and gives U.S. taxpayers an ownership stake in the plants.

30/10/2025

Owners can find solace in pet cemeteries and on Dog Mountain, a pet-centric pilgrimage in Vermont. Every year, hundreds of dogs show up here for a celebration of life. Thousands more arrive in spirit.

Owners grieving over their pets can find solace in places that celebrate animals and their people, such as pet cemeteries and Dog Mountain in Vermont.

30/10/2025

Proud dog owners paraded around their pooches at the Washington Square Park Halloween Dog Parade in New York City on Saturday, showing off pups dressed as Labubus, mops, pizza and even the Louvre thief.

30/10/2025

The Supreme Court has asked for more briefs in the fight over President Trump’s plan to send troops to Chicago — delaying any decision until at least mid-November.

The request means the justices won’t rule on the issue until at least mid-November, which would leave President Donald Trump’s attempted troop deployment blocked for more than a month.

30/10/2025

If you’re relocating and need a pro to haul your stuff, you’ll want to hire a reputable moving company.

These tips will help you get a good deal and protect your property:

Avoid brokers and other pro tips for finding a reputable moving company