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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Struggle Behind Friday the 13th: A Writer's Unusual Fundraising Attempt

When Sean Cunningham, the director of the horror film "Friday the 13th," was trying to mimic the success of "Halloween," he faced a dilemma. He needed more money than the original $350,000 budget of "Halloween." So, he boosted his budget to $550,000. The movie went on to make nearly $60 million, a h

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Could Ivanka Trump Take Over the Family Business?

As former president Donald Trump faces a serious lawsuit in New York, some experts are speculating that his daughter, Ivanka Trump, might step in to manage the family's business empire. The lawsuit, worth $370 million, was filed by New York Attorney General Letitia James and includes Donald Trump, h

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Professors: Misunderstood Teachers or Political Targets?

Lately, college and university professors have been under a lot of scrutiny. Especially during political campaigns, they've faced criticism for teaching subjects that some people might find controversial. For instance, during the recent debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, Trump quoted Ric

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Oct 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Will Ferrell's Friendship Lesson: A Road Trip to Understanding

When Will Ferrell and Harper Steele (formerly Andrew) started at Saturday Night Live in 1995, they quickly became best buddies. Fast forward to 2022, when Steele came out as transgender. Ferrell admits he wasn't sure how to handle this new reality. Their journey is captured in the Netflix film "Will

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Oct 06 2024CRIME

A Surprising Pair: Diddy and Sam Bankman-Fried Share a Cell in Brooklyn Jail

In the Metropolitan Detention Center of Brooklyn, two notable figures are sharing a dormitory-style room. The rapper Sean Combs, known as Diddy, has been denied bail on serious charges like sex trafficking and racketeering. He's been there for almost a week. His new roommate is Sam Bankman-Fried, th

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Oct 06 2024FINANCE

FTX Fraud: Ellison's Sentencing & Bankman-Fried's Guilt

On Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 3 p.m. ET, Caroline Ellison will face sentencing in a New York court for her role in the FTX collapse. Ellison, formerly the CEO of Alameda Research and ex-girlfriend of Sam Bankman-Fried, pleaded guilty to seven counts of fraud after testifying against SBF. Despite potentia

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Oct 06 2024CRIME

Two Big Names, One Jail: Diddy and SBF Share Time in NYC Lockup

In a twist of fate, two high-profile figures, Sean "Diddy" Combs and Sam Bankman-Fried, are currently sharing space at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center. Diddy, the music mogul, is facing serious federal charges for racketeering and sex trafficking, while SBF, the former crypto kingpin, was s

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Oct 06 2024FINANCE

Ellison's Fate: How Cooperation Could Shape Her Sentence

Caroline Ellison, formerly the co-CEO of Alameda Research and a key player in the FTX scandal, is about to learn her sentence. Unlike her ex-business partner Sam Bankman-Fried, who received 25 years in prison, some experts think Ellison might avoid jail time entirely. What's her secret? She cooperat

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Oct 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Seeing Anxiety on Screen: A Journey Through Pixar's Inside Out 2

Imagine sitting in a theater, watching Pixar’s Inside Out 2. Suddenly, a character pops up that feels familiar—too familiar. This character is named Anxiety, and she's on a mission to manage everything alone. Sound familiar? This movie isn't just entertaining; it’s a personal journey for many young

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Fraud in Freight: How Truckstop is Fighting Back

The freight industry has long been a target for fraudsters. But recent tough economic times and the slow adoption of new tech have created a perfect storm, making it easier for scammers to strike. Truckstop, a company that helps manage cargo and carrier information, is taking action. In just the fir

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