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Oct 12 2024EDUCATION

Fair's Cookie Kitchen Bakes Up Scholarships for SC Students

Ever wondered how the South Carolina State Fair gives back to the community? Well, it's not just about the thrilling rides and delicious food! The Pro Kitchen Cookie Kitchen, nestled in the Rosewoods salon at the fairgrounds, is back this year with a sweet mission. They're selling warm chocolate chi

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Oct 11 2024POLITICS

Obama's Passionate Plea Against Trump's Politics at Pittsburgh Event

In Pennsylvania, former President Barack Obama gave a forceful speech against Donald Trump and the Republican Party. Speaking in Pittsburgh, Obama accused Trump of deceiving people during serious times, like the recent hurricanes. He highlighted how some Republicans were okay with Trump's behavior.

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Oct 11 2024ENVIRONMENT

Hazardous Gas Leak at Texas Refinery: A Closer Look

A dangerous chemical leak at a refinery in Deer Park, Texas, has left two people dead and at least 35 injured. The incident, which happened on Thursday evening, involved the release of hydrogen sulfide, a highly toxic gas with a distinctive "rotten egg" smell. Officials confirmed the leak at around

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Oct 11 2024SPORTS

Rookies Shine as 49ers Crush Seahawks in Big Win

The San Francisco 49ers showed off their young talent in a thrilling 36-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks. The game started with the 49ers defense struggling on third downs. Linebacker De’Vondre Campbell mistakenly let DK Metcalf run free for a big gain. But rookie Malik Mustapha redeemed the def

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Oct 11 2024POLITICS

Political Sparks Fly as Harris and Trump Disagree on Storm Response

Recently, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump clashed over their views on how the federal government handled hurricanes Helene and Milton. Harris, attending a Univision town hall in Las Vegas, emphasized the significance of treating people respectfully during crises. She c

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Oct 11 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix Plans New 'Pride and Prejudice' Series

Netflix is cooking up a fresh TV adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel, "Pride and Prejudice." Dolly Alderton, known for her work on "Everything I Know About Love," is penning the scripts. Though casting hasn't been finalized, the project is in development, but it's not a sure thing yet. If thi

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

Weather Experts Face Online Threats Amid Hurricane Misinformation

Meteorologists tracking Hurricane Milton have been flooded with conspiracy theories and even death threats, as false claims about weather control spread across social media. The chaos began after Hurricane Helene hit six states, causing hundreds of deaths. This misinformation, partly fueled by Donal

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Oct 11 2024POLITICS

Weather Experts Face Dangerous Consequences for Debunking Hurricane Hoaxes

Recently, meteorologists have been dealing with something more frightening than hurricanes: death threats. These professionals are being targeted for exposing outlandish conspiracy theories claiming they and the government are behind the hurricanes battering the US. Katie Nickolaou, a Michigan-base

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Oct 11 2024CRIME

Ex-DEA Agent’s Shocking Corruption: A Decade of Protecting Drug Traffickers

A former DEA agent in Buffalo, New York, Joseph Bongiovanni, was found guilty of protecting drug dealers and other organized crime figures. Prosecutors revealed Bongiovanni, now 60, had been shielding his childhood friends and other suspects for over a decade. He warned them about investigations and

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Oct 11 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The True-Crime Queen's Journey

Erin Lee Carr has carved out a unique niche for herself in the world of true-crime documentaries. With a background that includes growing up with a journalist father who struggled with addiction, Carr has a personal understanding of people whose lives have taken unexpected turns. She's directed and

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