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Nov 01 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Big Screen Adventure for Westeros

George R. R. Martin's Westeros universe might soon hit the big screen, thanks to Warner Bros. developing at least one movie set in the world of 'Game of Thrones'. This early-stage project is part of a shift in the company's strategy, previously set against movie adaptations to preserve HBO's prestig

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Uber Faces Ride Slowdown, Shares Dive

Uber saw a big drop in their shares, about 11%, after warning that their ride bookings might not grow as fast as investors hoped. This news came as the company said their ride bookings, a key way to measure how many people use their service, grew slower than expected in the third quarter. Shares of

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Comcast Mulls Future of Cable Networks Like MSNBC

Comcast, the parent company of NBC, is considering a big change. They might split off some of their cable networks, like MSNBC and CNBC, into a new company. This isn't because these networks are failing, but because the way people watch TV is changing. More people are streaming shows online instead

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Nov 01 2024TECHNOLOGY

Weather Prediction Gets a Fun AI Twist on Pixel Phones in 2024

Get ready, Pixel phone users! Google is rolling out a brand-new weather app in 2024, complete with an AI touch. This app isn't just about giving you basic weather info. It's like having a friendly meteorologist in your pocket who chats with you about the weather. For instance, "It's cold and rainy t

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Oct 31 2024TECHNOLOGY

Samsung & Apple's Thin Phone Race: A New Era?

Samsung is cooking up a new trick to challenge Apple's upcoming iPhone 17. Rumor has it, there's a "Slim" version of the Galaxy S25 in the works. This isn't just any phone; it's a response to Apple's plan for an ultra-thin iPhone 17. The iPhone 17 "Slim" is said to have a 6. 55-inch display and a si

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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

Dropbox Trims Workforce, Shifts Focus

Dropbox, a well-known file-sharing service, has recently let go of more than 500 employees. This latest round of layoffs comes after a similar move just over a year ago. The company's CEO, Drew Houston, cited several reasons for the job cuts, including a decrease in demand and economic challenges. D

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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

Diaper Spa’s Fines Keep Growing

The woman running the Diaper Spa in New Hampshire is in deep trouble. She's been fined a whopping $17, 500 for advertising her spa as a mental health service without the right licenses. Dr. Colleen Ann Murphy isn't licensed to practice medicine in New Hampshire, where her spa was based. She's only l

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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

Upstate NY Gets Big Money for Semiconductor Research

In a big boost for the tech industry, a research center in upstate New York has been chosen to lead the way in cutting-edge semiconductor technology. The Albany NanoTech complex is set to receive a whopping $825 million in funding. This money comes from the federal government, aiming to keep the Uni

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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

Businesses Brace for Impact: UK Budget Raises Taxes, Spurs Inflation

British businesses are feeling the pinch after the UK's Finance Minister, Rachel Reeves, announced a tax-hiking budget. The biggest change is an increase in National Insurance (NI) payroll tax for employers. This will rise from 13. 8% to 15% from April 2025 and will start at a lower income threshold

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Oct 31 2024HEALTH

China's Old-Young Shift: Kindergartens Turn to Senior Care

China is facing a unique challenge with its aging population and decreasing birth rates. To tackle this, many kindergartens are transforming into senior care homes. In the eastern province of Zhejiang, a preschool in Jinhua city switched from catering to tiny tots to caring for the elderly. Zhuang Y

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