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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Exxon's Q3 Surprise: Big Production, Lower Profits

Exxon Mobil just had a quarter to remember, but not everything is rosy. The oil giant hit a production high not seen in over four decades, pumping out 3. 2 million barrels of liquids daily. However, profits took a dip, falling about 5% compared to the same time last year. Why? Blame it on refining m

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Nov 01 2024FINANCE

2025 Retirement Savings: What's New for Your 401(k)

Ever wondered how much you can sock away for retirement in a 401(k) next year? The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has some good news! They've just announced new contribution limits for 2025. Starting next year, you can save up to $23, 500 from your paycheck before taxes, that's $500 more than this y

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Nov 01 2024TECHNOLOGY

Samsung’s AI Chips Make Big Strides, but Competitors Aren't Far Behind

Samsung Electronics, a top player in the tech industry, has been making waves with its recent progress in supplying AI-focused chips. The South Korean giant recently shared some good news aimed at reassuring its investors, who have been a bit jittery due to a dip in semiconductor profits in the last

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Stock Shake-Up: Tech and Travel Giants React to Unexpected Earnings

Today was full of surprises as several big names in tech and travel reported their earnings. Let's start with Carvana, the online used car dealer that zoomed ahead with a 19% stock boost. Why? They did better than expected in the third quarter, earning more money and bringing in more revenue than an

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Chip Giant Intel's Surprising Q3 Results: A Turning Point?

Intel, a major player in the tech world, had a quarter that surprised everyone. Their shares jumped 9% after hours on Thursday due to better-than-expected revenue. Pat Gelsinger, Intel's CEO, has been facing a tough time with the company's performance, but the latest numbers brought some relief. The

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Boeing's Spacecraft Mishap: A Lesson in Safety and Trust

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft had a rough start, with issues like engine malfunctions and leaks causing NASA to send astronauts home on SpaceX's Crew Dragon. This isn't new for Boeing, which has faced trouble with its 737 Max planes too. Back in 2014, NASA gave Boeing and SpaceX contracts to make sp

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Nov 01 2024SPORTS

Who to Start: Top Fantasy Football Quarterbacks for Week 9

In Week 9 of fantasy football, Joe Flacco and Patrick Mahomes are standouts among the top five quarterbacks to start. These picks are based on promising matchups and recent performances. Bo Nix, from the Denver Broncos, has shown great value both passing and rushing the ball. He's a strong choice ag

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Oct 31 2024CRIME

Two Journalists Killed in Mexico: What's Happening?

In a span of just 24 hours, Mexico saw two journalists lose their lives. First, Mauricio Solís, who ran a Facebook news page in Uruapan, was shot dead. He had just finished interviewing the city's mayor. The mayor said he couldn't rule out a connection between the interview and the attack. Mauricio

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Oct 31 2024ENVIRONMENT

How Weather Data Disappearance Could Hit Wildfires and Food Prices

Imagine a river that vanishes into a hole and reappears elsewhere, like a magic trick but in nature. That's the Popo Agie River in Wyoming. Scientists traced its path using red dye way back in 1983 and found it takes two hours to flow through tiny rock crevasses under the surface. This river is cruc

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Oct 31 2024WEATHER

Weather Spooks: What to Expect on Halloween

Get ready for a mix of weather surprises this Halloween! The southern states like Texas, Louisiana, Florida, and Georgia are set to sizzle with temperatures soaring up to the mid-80s to 90s Fahrenheit. That's right, it might feel more like summer than fall! Other areas in the region will hover aroun

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