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Nov 04 2024BUSINESS

Machinists at Boeing Vote Again on Contract Offer

Boeing's unionized workers in the Pacific Northwest are preparing to vote on a new contract offer. This vote could bring an end to a seven-week strike that has halted production of most Boeing passenger jets. The latest offer by Boeing promises a 38% pay raise over four years, along with other bonus

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Nov 04 2024POLITICS

Drone Battalion's Struggle: A Glimpse into Ukraine's War Effort

The Achilles drone battalion, part of Kyiv's 92nd Assault Brigade, uses around 3, 000 first-person view drones each month. However, they're not choosing high-tech Western drones. Why? Because they don't work well in Ukraine's war conditions. Rustam Nurgudin, the battalion's executive officer, said t

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Nov 04 2024POLITICS

Drone Barrage: Ukraine's Night Sky Lit Up with Russian Attacks

Imagine the night sky over Ukraine, filled with drones and missiles sent by Russia. That's what happened recently, with nearly 100 drones and one guided missile making their way into Ukrainian territory. But Ukraine's Air Force was ready, shooting down 66 of those drones and the missile. Some drones

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Nov 02 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Robert Downey Jr. Plans to Take On Future AI Decision Makers

Robert Downey Jr. , best known for his role as Iron Man in the Marvel films, has made a bold declaration: he intends to fight future executives who might use AI to recreate his likeness, even post-mortem. During a recent podcast appearance, the actor expressed his belief that the current Marvel exec

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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

Boeing Workers Vote Again: What's Really at Stake?

More than 30, 000 Boeing workers are voting again on whether to end their seven-week strike. This vote isn't just about their paychecks; it's about the future of the company and the economy. The new deal on the table isn't much different from the one they rejected a week ago. It offers a 13% pay rai

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

Israel and Lebanon: A Night of Airstrikes, a Push for Peace

In the quiet of night, Israel launched airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburbs, targeting Hezbollah's command centers and munitions factories. This move came as the U. S. was urging for a cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon. The Israeli military warned residents to evacuate, announcing their troop

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Nov 01 2024FINANCE

How Will Storms and Strikes Impact the Job Numbers?

Economists are eagerly awaiting the October jobs report, but they're not sure what to expect. Two major hurricanes and several strikes might have thrown a wrench into the usual job numbers. It's so uncertain that some experts even think we might see a drop in jobs! These natural disasters and labor

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Job Numbers Mix-up: Strikes, Storms, and What's Really Going On

October's job numbers release before the election is raising some eyebrows. We've seen striking aerospace machinists and hotel workers, like 41, 400 new striking workers mostly from Boeing, and voice actors in the video game industry. Boeing's hit hard, planning to cut 17, 000 jobs, or 10% of their

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Job Growth Slows in October: What's the Story?

October saw the slowest job growth since late 2020, with only 12, 000 new jobs created. That's a big drop from September and way below what experts were expecting. The unemployment rate stayed the same at 4. 1%, but a broader measure that includes people who want jobs but aren't actively looking als

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Nov 01 2024SPORTS

Mike Tyson's Comeback: Weight, Age, and Fear Factors

Mike Tyson, the 58-year-old boxing legend, is gearing up for a fight against Jake Paul, who is 31 years younger. Originally scheduled for June, the fight was postponed due to an ulcer issue, raising concerns about Tyson's health. Now rescheduled for November 15, both fighters must weigh over 200 lbs

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