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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

The 'Change' Factor: Can Trump Outmaneuver Harris?

A recent New York Times/Siena College poll reveals a nail-biter race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, with both candidates battling for the elusive 'change' vote. While polls consistently show Trump leading on issues like the economy and immigration, and Harris ahead on abortion, a surprisin

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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Lights, Camera, Chaos:HBO's Behind-the-Scenes Look at Superhero Moviemaking

HBO's new comedy series, The Franchise, promises a hilarious and insightful look at the mayhem that can erupt during the creation of a superhero movie franchise. The series, set to premiere on October 6th, follows the cast and crew of 'Tecto: Eye of the Storm,' a fictional superhero film, as they n

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Sep 10 2024CRIME

Family Reunion From Hell: Is 'Riff Raff' Just Coens-Light?

Buckle up, because 'Riff Raff' throws you headfirst into a dysfunctional family reunion straight out of a Coen Brothers film, but with a dash of Agatha Christie thrown in for good measure. Imagine a remote Massachusetts home, a blended family with secrets, a surprising visit from a son on the run, a

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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

Retailers in the Crosshairs: A Battle Over the Abortion Pill

Comptroller Brad Lander is stirring up a hornet's nest. He's urging major retailers like Walmart, Costco, and Kroger to start selling the abortion pill mifepristone. He argues that it's not just a matter of women's health, but also good business. Lander points out that New York City's pension funds

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Sep 10 2024MILITARY

Osprey Nightmares: Ground This Dangerous Bird Before More Lives Are Lost

Imagine being a young mom, trying to raise two little boys all alone after losing your husband in a tragic helicopter crash. That's the gut-wrenching reality for Ivy Galliher, 25, whose world was shattered when her beloved SSgt Jacob "Jake" M. Galliher perished while serving in Japan aboard the inf

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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

Calling All South Carolinians: How Can We Fix Our Kids' Future?

South Carolina wants to hear your ideas! The Joint Citizens and Legislative Committee on Children is on a mission to make the state a better place for its kids. They're traveling around, holding public hearings, and inviting everyone to share their thoughts, concerns, and suggestions. What are the

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Sep 10 2024RELIGION

Navigating Religious Insensitivity: How to Handle Rude Comments About Your Beliefs

When someone rudely sneers at your religious beliefs or lack thereof, the best response depends on who they are and the nature of your relationship. Can you easily walk away from them? Is there an obvious power differential (e.g., a workplace scenario)? Do you have an emotional bond or just wa

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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Jack Reacher's Weirdest Spinoff Book Series Would Never Work As A TV Show - But Here's Why You Should Still Read Them!

The Jack Reacher franchise has seen its fair share of spinoff book series over the years, each one taking the beloved character in a different direction. While some of these spin-offs have the potential to make for great television, others are so out-there that they would never work as live-action

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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

Walz's $26 Tax Oversight: A Tale of Educational Travels and Communist Ties

Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, has a history of shady business dealings with China that raise serious questions about his judgment and loyalties. In 1998, Walz's for-profit company, Educational Travel Adventures Inc., was dissolved by Nebraska officials after he failed to pay ju

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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

Daddy's Little Money Machine: Unpacking the Truth Behind Trump's Inheritance

Donald Trump has often painted a picture of himself as a self-made billionaire, bootstrapping his way to the top. But what if the story's a little more complicated than that? Trump frequently claims his father, Fred Trump, gave him a small loan of $1 million to kickstart his business career. This na

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