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Oct 08 2024HEALTH

US to Screen Travelers from Rwanda for Marburg Virus

Hey there! Ever heard of Marburg? It’s a nasty virus that can cause fever, bleeding, and serious health issues, similar to Ebola. Well, starting mid-October, the US is going to start checking passengers who've been in Rwanda recently. These travelers will go through specific airports like Chicago O’

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Alex Cooper's Podcast Stirs Controversy with Kamala Harris Interview

Alex Cooper, the host of the popular Call Her Daddy podcast, has been facing some heat from her fans. The backlash came after she interviewed Vice President Kamala Harris. Some listeners felt that the interview was more like a political advertisement than the frank and fun discussions they were used

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

D. C. United and The Museum DC Team Up for Exciting New Merchandise

Imagine blending the spirit of a top sports team with the style of a trendy local brand. That's exactly what happened when D.C. United joined forces with The Museum DC to create a unique line of merchandise. This collaboration isn't just about selling stuff; it's about bringing together different wo

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Circle Scores French License for Euro Stablecoin

Cryptocurrency firm Circle made a big move on Monday. It got registered as an electronic money institution, or EMI, in France. This new license allows Circle to issue its stablecoins in compliance with the European Union's strict crypto rules. These rules are part of something called MiCA, which sta

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Unexpected Romance: A Netflix Hit

On Netflix, a new romantic comedy series called "Nobody Wants This" is making waves. The show stars Kathryn Bell as Joanne, a 30-something podcaster who discusses sex and dating with her sister Morgan (Justine Lupe). At a party, Joanne meets Noah (Chris Brody), a recently single rabbi dealing with t

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Oct 05 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Football Frenzy: Thursday Night Games Are a Real Treat

Thursday Night Football has become a staple of the NFL season, and for good reason. The games are often nail-biters, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats as they cheer on their favorite teams. But what's behind the surge in popularity? Let's take a closer look at the numbers. The latest match

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

The Failed D. C. Council Recalls: What Went Wrong?

Recently, two attempts to recall members of the D.C. Council due to rising crime rates in the District of Columbia have failed. These efforts targeted council members Charles Allen and Brianne Nadeau after a spike in crime in 2023 led to emergency measures being taken by both the council and Mayor M

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Oct 04 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu Jumps to Humans: What You Need to Know

Imagine this: two workers in California are now part of a growing list of people affected by bird flu. This virus, which started infecting birds back in March, has now made the jump to humans. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says this isn't surprising, given how the virus works.

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Oct 04 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu Hits Farmworkers in California

Recently, two farmhands from California found themselves battling a case of bird flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed their illness after the California Department of Public Health initially reported them as presumptive positives. Fortunately, they only had mild sympto

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Oct 04 2024BUSINESS

AT&T's Fight Against Broadcom's Price Hike

In a recent lawsuit, AT&T is going after Broadcom. Why? Because Broadcom wants to increase the price of using VMware products by over 1,000%. This isn't just any price hike—it's a massive jump that could cost AT&T millions more each year. AT&T uses VMware software to run its network smoothly. B

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