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COY WIRE, CNN 10 ANCHOR: What's up, sunshine? Happy Monday. Happy November. Shout out to everyone sitting in the classroom or driving to work or driving to school. I see you, Archer. We got a new month, a new week, new opportunities to learn something that makes us go, wait, what? Let's rise up.

Did you rise up a little more rested this morning? It was like somebody hit the snooze button on practically the entire country because Sunday marked the end of daylight saving time. Not savings, saving. Thank you.

At 2 a.m., clocks across much of the U.S. and other countries fell back one hour. They'll stay that way until March. An extra hour of sleep, we will take it. But why do we keep changing the clocks? The tradition has its roots in train schedules, put into practice by the U.S. and Europe during World War I to save fuel and electricity. The twice-a-year system we're most familiar with came about in 1966 when Congress passed the Uniform Time Act, standardizing when much of the U.S. changes its clocks.

Not everybody is tick-tocking along happily. Research suggests these one-hour time changes can disrupt our body's internal clock, called our circadian rhythm. Some lawmakers have listened to their constituents' complaints. Nineteen states have passed legislation to make daylight saving time permanent, but it can't take effect unless Congress changes the federal law.

If you've seen Pixar's Coco, you might recognize the beautiful Mexican tradition of being celebrated this past weekend, Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. This is a holiday that's not Mexican Halloween, it's a distinct holiday blending ancient indigenous beliefs with Catholic observances, celebrating, honoring loved ones who've passed away, even pets. It's not a sad or scary occasion, it's a joyful tradition for families celebrating the memories and the love that lives on.

Our Valeria Leon takes us to a parade in Mexico City.

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VALERIA LEON, CNN CORRESPONDENT: The Day of the Dead is one of Mexico's most iconic traditions, and here in the capital, thousands have gathered for one of the biggest celebrations, a massive Dia de los Muertos parade.

With a vibrant display of colors and elaborate customs, one of Mexico City's main avenues has been transformed into a colorful tribute to those who have passed away. This year's Day of the Dead parade features 40 floats and around 4,000 participants. Visitors from around the world have come to experience it firsthand, including Manuel from Switzerland.

MANUEL, FROM SWITZERLAND: It's amazing. It's really nice to see all the people, people to see the culture, because in the end, it's something cultural.

UNIDENTIFIED FEMALE: I wanted to see how people celebrate death. In my country, in China, everyone feel really depressed when it comes to death. But this country is different. So, I want to see the vibe.

LEON: Day of the Dead has roots in ancient indigenous traditions that existed long before Spanish colonization. And that's the spirit street of Via de los Muertos, keeping the memory of loved ones alive.

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WIRE: Pop quiz, hot shot.

What country accounts for the largest estimated share of the world's Bitcoin mining power?

China, the United States, Kazakhstan, or Canada?

If you said the U.S., you are crypto correcto. China once dominated the global crypto mining network before a 2021 government crackdown banned all cryptocurrency related activities.

There has been a cyber heist of almost unimaginable proportions. Last week, hackers stole more than $6 billion in cryptocurrency from exchange giant Binance in a matter of minutes, shattering the record for largest bank heist. The FBI says North Korean hackers were responsible. According to Binance, attackers compromised an engineer's laptop, ergo company systems, which quote, allowed an attacker to gain access to a service container and submit unauthorized withdrawal transactions.

Think about that. Not someone cracking open a bank vault, but someone getting through a digital door. A team of cryptocurrency firms managed to freeze about half of the stolen assets and have continued battling the hackers for control of the rest of it.

Binance temporarily suspended withdrawals following the hack, and as of this taping, the company says it has replaced 90 percent of the stolen funds. North Korea has previously denied hacking allegations. CNN has reached out to North Korea's mission at the United Nations for comment.

DoorDash is coming through with one super-sized order. The food delivery company just announced plans to buy rival company Instacart in a deal valued at roughly $17 billion, tip not included. The goal? Combine two delivery giants to better compete with companies like Amazon, Walmart, and Uber. DoorDash says customers could see lower prices if the deal goes through. Not everyone is sold on this.

Critics worry the deal could reduce competition, potentially driving prices up. An anti-monopoly group is urging regulators to block the deal, warning the combined company could control nearly 60 percent of the third-party grocery delivery market.

Let's go to India now, where engineering students are taking innovation to new heights. They've just developed a 3D-printed aircraft capable of flying autonomously. Our Kristie Lu Stout got to join the team as they put it to the test.

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KRISTIE LU STOUT, CNN CORRESPONDENT: This drone didn't come off a production line; it came out of a printer. It was developed by Team SUAS at IIT Madras. They 3D print their own components to fit the aircraft to the job instead of the other way around. This drone is called the Falcon. It weighs just 13 kilograms and can fly for up to 45 minutes.

Inside the lab, it's all about design and tweaking. But to find out if it works, we need to head outside. In a moment, they want to see if their drone can take flight. They're going to test the pitch. They're going to test if it can roll, and they're going to test if it can engage in autonomous navigation.

Not only is the Falcon designed to drop payloads and carry out aerial surveys, it also folds.

MOHNISH MURUGAN, TEAM SUAS FOUNDER, IIT MADRAS: We have made it so. Compact that we you can actually carry it in a suitcase. We can fold it in a way that it makes it very easy to carry. That's the USP of our particular drone, and it's -- it looks so beautiful.

LAH: With the drone ready, it's time to get it off the ground, and we've also got an audience. The drone is pre-programmed to fly autonomously. While on the ground, the team monitors the flight.

Touchdown. All right, bravo.

LU STOUT: How do you guys feel?

MURUGAN: We feel good.

ALL: Good.

LAH: Yeah, I mean, you were in the zone. You were really concentrating with the walkie-talkie, but that was a good test, right?

MURUGAN: Yes.

LAH: And let's walk through what you tested. You tested flight.

MURUGAN: Yes.

LAH: That was smooth. You tested pitch.

MURUGAN: Yeah.

LAH: That's pitch.

MURUGAN: All the maneuvers. Yeah.

LAH: Yeah. Check, check, check. All good.

LAH (voice-over): From a 3D printer to the sky, these students write the rules, build the drone, and then let it fly.

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WIRE: Today's story, getting a 10 out of 10, a Texas-sized act of kindness honoring one school district's beloved employee. Marilyn Hampton spent nearly four decades as a custodian at Aubrey Independent School District. But her impact extended far beyond keeping the school clean. She's been a near constant presence in the students' lives, from helping them study to donating supplies to spending her retirement caring for infants at the district's daycare.

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DR. SHANNON SAYLOR, SUPERINTENDENT, AUBREY ISD: She's truly Aubrey ISD. Her teaching legacy that she left behind about being kind, work hard, continue to persevere and overcome.

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WIRE: So, how could the school district recognize such monumental dedication? Turns out, with a dedication of their own. They're officially naming their newest elementary school after Marilyn and even surprised her with a red-carpet rollout.

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MARILYN HAMPTON, RETIRED AUBREY ISD CUSTODIAN: Can you believe it? I can't. I cannot. My heart is full.

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WIRE: Marilyn Hampton Elementary officially opens next school year, meaning the babies she's caring for today may one day walk through the doors of her namesake school as students. It's a great reminder that no matter who you are, you are capable of leaving a legacy of kindness that can last generations.

All right, Sunshine, spooktacular edition of Shoutouts today. We asked you to send Halloween pictures. You delivered. First up, Ms. Thompson at Brant Hills Public School in Burlington, Ontario, Canada, sending us her son Trevor in his hilarious costume, Pepto Bismol. What a legend.

Ms. Clark from Morgan Middle School in Ellensburg, Washington. Amazing costumes. I see witches. I see cows. Princess Leia. And shout out to my homie in the hot dog costume. Frank-tastic.

And our very own music superstar, Bad Bunny, aka Mr. Oseguera, at Moorpark High School in California. Debi Tirar Mas Fotos, senor.

All right, last two, twinsies. Miss Martinson from John Muir Middle School in Burbank, California, dressed up as your boy. And you pulled off that haircut beautifully. You rock.

Ms. Onn from Lion's Farm in Durham, North Carolina. I am flattered. Look at that vest. Thanks to everyone who sent us photos of your costumes. Ms. Onn, Miss Martinson, I've never looked better.

Go out today. Make someone's day a little brighter. You never know how or when, but you might be the spark of joy someone needs.

I'm Coy Wire, and we are CNN 10. END