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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

A Veteran's View: Biden's Comments on Trump Supporters Spark Backlash

In the quiet town of Bedford, Pennsylvania, a Puerto Rican veteran named Jessie Anderson is making waves. She's not happy with President Biden. After a rally for J. D. Vance, Jessie, a long-time Army vet, spoke out about Biden's recent comments. The president had called Trump supporters "garbage" in

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Sunny Hostin's View on Trump's Garbage Truck Gimmick

Sunny Hostin, a co-host on ABC's The View, had some strong words for former President Donald Trump. She criticized his recent stunt of riding in a garbage truck and wearing reflective gear at his rally. Hostin called it a bit of trickery, or what some people call "gaslighting. " She urged Americans

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Nov 01 2024WEATHER

Last Hurricane of the Season? A Possible Storm Brews in the Caribbean

As the 2024 hurricane season nears its end, there's a low-pressure system lurking in the Caribbean. This weather disturbance, located south of Cuba, has a 50% chance of becoming a tropical cyclone within a week. That's a jump from the 40% chance it had earlier this week. But don't expect it to happe

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Nov 01 2024LIFESTYLE

Wedding Day Politics Ban: Couples Keep the Peace

Imagine this: a luxurious wedding just days after a heated presidential election. Franki Priore, a native Long Islander, is set to tie the knot in November amidst political debates. To avoid any unwanted drama, she's putting a no-politics rule in place for her 200 guests. Priore hopes this will keep

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Why Tipping Without Taxes Might Not Be Good for Workers

Imagine this: both a high-ranking Democrat and a former Republican president want to get rid of taxes on tips. Sounds like a good idea, right? Not so fast. Let's break down what this could mean for workers. Politics aside, this proposal could make tips even more popular as a form of payment. But ho

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Moving Patterns Show Political Divides in Neighborhoods

Millions of Americans are on the move, and their choices reveal a lot about how we segregate by politics. Take Joshua Fisher and Ryan Troyer, two men with a lot in common: both white, married, and living in Sioux Falls, South Dakota until recently. They both moved away, but to very different places.

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Israeli Military Leaders Call for Political Action in Gaza and Lebanon

Israel's top military brass has sent clear signals that the country has done all it can on the battlefield in Gaza and Lebanon. They're urging political leaders to step in and negotiate a deal. This comes as Lebanon's prime minister hints at a possible ceasefire with Hezbollah. Both U. S. presidenti

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Oct 31 2024HEALTH

Doctors Concealing Study Results: Puberty Blockers Aren't the Answer

A $10 million study funded by taxpayers looked at 95 gender-distressed kids, aged 11 on average, who were given puberty blockers starting in 2015. These drugs delay changes like breast growth in girls and voice deepening in boys. The study found no mental health benefits for these kids. Dr. Johanna

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Oct 31 2024CELEBRITIES

Kamala Harris' Celebrity Backers: Who's Showing Support?

Vice President Kamala Harris has kicked off her presidential campaign with a bang. After President Biden stepped down, he gave his full endorsement to Harris. The race is on, and Harris has already raised a whopping $126 million! But who's backing her up? Let's take a look at some celebrities who ha

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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

TSMC's 40% Discount Disappears After Intel CEO's Comments

Intel's CEO, Patrick Gelsinger, ruffled some feathers with his comments about TSMC's Taiwan base, leading to a lost deal. TSMC, a major chip maker, had offered Intel a huge 40% discount on their latest 3 nanometer chip tech. But after Gelsinger's remarks, TSMC pulled the offer, leaving Intel to pay

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