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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Amazon's Color Kindle: A Game Changer or Just Another Tablet?

This week, Amazon introduced the Kindle Colorsoft, its first e-reader with a color screen. But in a world filled with cheap tablets, where does this device fit in? Devindra and Cherlynn chatted about it on the Engadget Podcast, along with the updated Kindle Paperwhite and the writable Kindle Scribe.

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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Anna Kendrick's Directorial Debut: A Chilling Netflix Crime Thriller

Have you ever wondered what it would be like if a serial killer appeared on a dating show? Well, Netflix's "Woman of the Hour" is here to answer that question. Directed by the talented Anna Kendrick, this movie tells a crazy-but-true tale about Rodney Alcala, who actually went on "The Dating Game" w

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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Technology Meets Crime: AI Drama Heads to Cannes

Meet Cold Mind, an indie crime drama created in Portugal. It’s heading to MIPCOM Cannes with Spy Manor Productions looking for buyers. This isn’t your typical detective story; it dives into the world of AI and its limits. Think of a murder mystery set in the sunny Algarve. Niahm McCormack plays a y

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Oct 18 2024SPORTS

Get Ready for the FIS Ski World Cup Kick-off in Solden: Weather & Stay Options

It's finally happening! After a long wait, the 2024-2025 FIS Ski World Cup is back on October 26. The excitement starts in Solden, Austria, where top skiers like Mikaela Shiffrin will hit the slopes. But before you pack your bags, let's talk weather and accommodations. The weather in Solden leading

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

Big Meat Recall: Schools and Stores Affected

You might want to check your fridge or freezer. A huge recall just expanded, now covering nearly 12 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry items. The blame goes to a nasty bug called Listeria monocytogenes, found in products from BrucePac, an Oklahoma company. This recall isn't new; it's be

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

World Drops 'Coin', Unveils New Iris-Scanning Orb

World, the startup that once went by Worldcoin, has made some big changes. They've dropped the "coin" from their name and introduced a new iris-scanning device called the Orb. This device is designed to prove that you're a real human, not a bot or AI. The company's co-founder, Alex Blania, explained

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Oct 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Legendary Entertainer Mitzi Gaynor Passes Away at 93

Mitzi Gaynor, a beloved actor, singer, and dancer, has left us at the age of 93. She was known for her vibrant performances in classic Hollywood musicals like South Pacific and There’s No Business Like Show Business. Born Francesca Marlene de Czanyi von Gerber in Chicago, she rose to fame in the 195

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Oct 15 2024POLITICS

Survivors of Trump Rally Shooting Blame Secret Service for Failures

In July, an attempt to assassinate Donald Trump during a Pennsylvania rally resulted in one death and injuries to Trump and two other men: Jim Copenhaver, 74, and David Dutch, 57. These survivors, in their first public interview since the event, have accused the U.S. Secret Service of negligence. T

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Oct 14 2024CRIME

Cannabis Crime Ring: Early Plea Deals Lead to Jail Time

Last week, a handful of men involved in a massive cannabis theft ring pleaded guilty in Santa Cruz County. The case, dubbed "Operation Sticky Fingers" by the California Attorney General's Office, saw 24 people charged across nine counties. Over nine months, these individuals were accused of breaking

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Oct 14 2024FINANCE

Retirement Woes: Why Health Costs Scare U. S. Retirees

Health costs are a major worry for U.S. retirees. Long-term care, like nursing homes and home health aides, isn't covered by Medicare. This can lead to huge bills late in life. Planning for these costs is key, says Christine Benz, director of financial planning at Morningstar. Retirement expens

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