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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Judge Hits Pause on Georgia Hand-Count Ballot Rule

In recent news, a Georgia judge stopped a new rule that would've made counties manually count ballots, criticizing state officials for rushing it close to Election Day. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney pointed out that there were no trained staff, no guidelines for write-in ballots

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Oct 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Victoria's Secret 2024 Show: A Mixed Bag of Inclusion

The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show made a comeback after six years, promising to reflect the diversity of today. But where was the inclusivity that we were hoping for? While they did feature two trans models, Alex Consani and Valentina Sampaio, the majority of the models were still thin, just like t

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Oct 16 2024HEALTH

Helping Older Adults: Medicare Plans To Step In

Did you know that taking care of elderly or sick loved ones can cost a fortune? Just ask Sharon Zimmer from Wisconsin. She’s been caring for her husband, Chuck, who has Alzheimer's and dementia, since 2018. The costs are skyrocketing, and it's putting a big strain on families like hers. Sharon had t

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Georgia Sees Massive Voter Turnout on Day One of Early Voting

On Tuesday, Georgia made history with a record-breaking number of voters hitting the polls on the first day of early voting. Officials reported over 300,000 ballots cast, easily surpassing the previous record from 2020, which was a little over 136,000 votes. This surge in voter turnout is fascinatin

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Oct 16 2024TECHNOLOGY

Cool Tech Features for Your Next Car

Nobody enjoys fiddling with cords to connect their phone to the car's screen. That's why wireless connectivity and wireless charging are must-haves. Imagine just hopping in the car and having your phone's apps appear on the dashboard, no cords needed! This feature isn't available on every model, so

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Oct 16 2024CELEBRITIES

Britney Spears Shares Her Celeb Crushes and Reflects on Friendship

Britney Spears decided to spill the tea on her celebrity crushes! She posted a story on Instagram listing some amazing women she’s got a soft spot for. Among them were Pamela Anderson, Selena Gomez, Kendall Jenner, Drew Barrymore, and Camila Cabello. She calls them her “crazy girl crushes” and prais

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

Soccer and Volleyball Teams Shine in Recent Matches

Last week was full of action on the fields and courts. Tech's boys soccer team made it to the Section 8AA semifinals after a nail-biting 1-0 win over Apollo. They'll face Willmar next, who also secured a 1-0 victory over Alexandria. The game's set for Thursday night at STMA High School. Volleyball

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

Betting on Sports: An NBA Commissioner’s Decade-Long Journey

Back in 2014, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver penned an op-ed in The New York Times. He boldly called for legalizing and regulating sports betting in the US. At the time, sports betting was largely illegal, with Nevada being the only exception. Silver's words sparked a significant shift in the sports w

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

Why Magic Johnson's Investment in the Washington Spirit is a Game Changer

Soccer star Croix Bethune is thrilled about the new investor joining the Washington Spirit – none other than basketball legend Magic Johnson. Johnson, known for his smart investments, is making waves in women's soccer, just like he did in other sports. His involvement brings major attention to the N

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Oct 16 2024LIFESTYLE

Lifestyle Habits to Reach 100: Simple Tips for a Long, Happy Life

You might be wondering what it takes to live a long, happy life. The secret isn’t just one thing—it’s a combination of simple habits that can add years to your life. Let’s explore some key behaviors that longevity experts recommend. First off, food matters a lot. Experts like Valter Longo, who’s be

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