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Sep 06 2024CRIME

Caught in the Web: A Cautionary Tale of Online Predators and the Dangers of Assumption

A former high school teacher in San Diego was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for attempting to solicit sex from a minor he believed was 16 years old. This case raises some disturbing questions about online predators and the tactics they use. Sean Michael Stevenson, a 59-year-old science te

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google's Search Monopoly Faces Judgment Day

In a landmark hearing set for Friday, U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta will begin dismantling Google's monopoly grip on internet search. Last month, Mehta ruled that Google's distribution deals with device makers like Apple, which make Google the default search engine, violate antitrust laws. The DO

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Abortion Access Showdown: New Mexico's Clinic Sparks National Debate

A brand-new state-funded reproductive health clinic is taking shape in southern New Mexico, promising to be a beacon of hope for those seeking abortion services in a rapidly changing landscape. But this isn't just about New Mexico. The clinic is being built with $10 million in state funds, a clear

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Sep 06 2024HEALTH

Thundermist Health Center: Financial Crisis or Shifting Tides?

Rhode Island's beloved Thundermist Health Center, known for serving over 60,000 patients across its West Warwick, Woonsocket, and South County locations, is navigating a turbulent financial sea. The board recently made a significant decision: terminating the contract of Jeanne LaChance, the organi

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Sep 06 2024CELEBRITIES

When Illness Sparks Tiny Worlds: Halsey's 'Dark' Doll-Housing Obsession

When Grammy-nominated singer Halsey got sick, they turned to a surprising hobby: miniature doll-housing. Now, that might sound cute, but Halsey describes it as 'dark,' saying it was a way to create tiny parallel worlds to escape the isolation of their illness. But what does it say about our rela

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Sep 06 2024FINANCE

Billionaire Tax Blues: Is the IRS Finally Catching Up?

The IRS is celebrating a major win: collecting $1.3 billion from high-wealth tax dodgers since last fall. But is this just a drop in the bucket? Consider this: in 2019, the top one percent owed more than one-fifth of all unpaid taxes. That means ordinary Americans were picking up the slack. The

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Sep 06 2024SPORTS

From Mullet to MVP: Quinn Ewers' Quest for College Football Glory

Quinn Ewers, the Texas Longhorns quarterback, once hailed as a generational talent with a flowing mullet, has undergone a transformation. He has shed his signature hairstyle and embraced a more focused, business-like approach to the game. But is this change just a superficial makeover, or does it si

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Sep 06 2024BUSINESS

Chip Wars: Will Qualcomm Gobble Up Intel's Designs?

Intel's been having a rough go of it lately - from their 13th and 14th gen Core flops to cutting 15% of staff, the iconic chipmaker is desperate for a cash infusion. Qualcomm is reportedly eyeing Intel's chip design business. But wait - what if this isn't about beefing up Qualcomm's lineup? What i

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris: The VP with Hollywood Clout

In a move straight out of Tinseltown, Vice President Kamala Harris has bagged some serious star power for her 2024 presidential bid. An open letter signed by 88 bigwigs from the business and entertainment world throws their support behind VP Harris, giving her campaign a major boost in the early st

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Bitcoin Mining Panel Sparks Debate at H. C. Wainwright Conference

The annual H.C. Wainwright Global Investment Conference is known for bringing together top minds in finance and technology. This year's event, held September 9-11th at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel, featured a star-studded lineup of keynote speakers and panelists discussing the latest development

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