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Language
Dictionary.com has controversially named "6-7," a viral and largely meaningless term popular among teens and tweens, as its word of the year, sparking confusion among adults and highlighting social media's influence on language.
Celebration
President Trump and First Lady Melania hosted a Halloween celebration at the White House, greeting hundreds of costumed children with candy despite a government shutdown and recent international travel.
Health
Over half a million bottles of the blood pressure medication prazosin have been recalled nationwide by Teva Pharmaceuticals and Amerisource Health Services due to concerns it may contain potentially cancer-causing nitrosamine impurities, as announced by the FDA.
Monarchy
King Charles III has taken unprecedented action, stripping his brother Prince Andrew of all royal titles and forcing him out of his long-term residence, Royal Lodge, in a desperate bid to protect the monarchy from ongoing scandals linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
Politics
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted a Halloween celebration at the White House, greeting hundreds of costumed children and distributing candy, even as a government shutdown continued and despite Trump's recent return from an Asia trip.
Slang
Dictionary.com's word of the year is '6-7,' a viral, nonsensical phrase popular among teens and Gen Alpha, which has left adults confused despite its widespread use and cultural impact.
Royalty
King Charles III has officially stripped his brother, Prince Andrew, of all royal titles and honors, forcing him to vacate Royal Lodge, in an unprecedented move to shield the monarchy from ongoing scandal related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Health
Over half a million bottles of the blood pressure medication prazosin hydrochloride have been recalled nationwide by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA and Amerisource Health Services due to potential contamination with cancer-causing nitrosamine impurities, as announced by the FDA.
Politics
President Trump is urging the Senate to eliminate the filibuster, calling it the 'nuclear option,' to allow the Republican majority to bypass Democrats and end the ongoing federal government shutdown. The shutdown, now in its 30th day, is causing widespread hardship, affecting food aid, health insurance, and travel.
Halloween
Leading hair and makeup artists, costume designers, and parade organizers offer expert advice on creating memorable Halloween costumes, from embracing performance and classic looks to last-minute DIY ideas and group themes.
