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Oct 20 2024SCIENCE

Catch the Orionid Meteor Shower: A Guide for Stargazers

Halley's comet, on its 76-year journey around the sun, left a trail of debris that creates an annual meteor shower called the Orionid meteor shower. This celestial event peaks on Sunday night and Monday, offering a great chance to see 10 to 20 meteors per hour. The best viewing time is after midnigh

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Oct 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Cher and Dua Lipa: A Rock Hall Duet

Last night, Cher was welcomed into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and she had a special guest join her. That's right, Dua Lipa took the stage with Cher to perform the iconic hit "Believe. " The night was filled with memorable moments, starting with Zendaya's introduction. She praised Cher, saying, "T

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Oct 20 2024CRIME

Different Paths: A Former Marine's Trip to Freedom

Have you ever wondered what happens to people who stand strong in the face of adversity? Let's talk about Paul Whelan, who had a journey that would make anyone think about resilience and persistence. Whelan was once a Marine. That training likely helped him when he found himself in a tough situatio

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Oct 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Stars Align: Love Lessons for Each Zodiac Sign on October 19

On October 19, the Taurus Moon and Pluto in Capricorn will join forces, bringing a fresh perspective to your love life. Pluto's last hurrah in Capricorn is a nudge to embrace your relationship's true purpose. The Taurus Moon will help you stay grounded, making it easier to spot old patterns in your

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Oct 19 2024SPORTS

Fun Fights Ahead: Ngannou & Cyborg Return

Get ready for an action-packed Saturday with three huge title fights! Former UFC heavyweight champ, Francis Ngannou, is back in the ring facing 2023 PFL season winner, Renan Ferreira. This main event will determine the first PFL heavyweight super fights title. Also, Bellator women's featherweight ch

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Oct 19 2024BUSINESS

Boeing Strike May End With New Deal

Early this morning, Boeing and its union announced a tentative agreement to end a five-week strike that's rocked the company. The International Association of Machinists, which represents 33, 000 striking workers, will vote on the deal on Wednesday. The offer includes a 35% wage increase over four y

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Oct 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Chicago in Action: Marathon, Courts, and Sports Updates

This week, Chicago was buzzing with activity. The city streets echoed with cheers and cowbells as runners participated in the 46th Chicago Marathon. Over at the Dirksen U. S. Courthouse, jury selection for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's corruption case wrapped up on Thursday. A pane

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Oct 19 2024BUSINESS

Small Business Loans: Bigger, Better, and More Accessible Than Ever

The rules for getting a Small Business Administration (SBA) loan just got a big shake-up! For decades, entrepreneurs were limited to $5 million in SBA-backed loans. But in May 2023, the SBA revamped this rule. Now, you can borrow up to $5 million per business, as long as each one belongs to a differ

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Oct 19 2024BUSINESS

CVS Shakes Up Top Leadership in Face of Challenges

CVS Health has made a change at the top, with David Joyner taking over as CEO from Karen Lynch. This move comes as the company grapples with waning profits and a sliding stock price, which has dropped by nearly 20% this year alone. Shares fell by another 13% on the day of the announcement. Higher me

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Oct 19 2024CRIME

Couple's Fraud Funds Disney Trips

Imagine stealing money meant for government work to fund luxurious vacations. That's what Chantelle Boyd and Thomas Bouchard did. Boyd, a Maryland woman, was sentenced for conspiring to defraud the government out of thousands of dollars. Her boyfriend, Bouchard, hired her for a "no-show" job at the

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