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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Mystery Shrouds Death of Ex-One Direction Star

The sudden death of 31-year-old Liam Payne, formerly of One Direction, has left fans and authorities puzzled. Prosecutors in Argentina, where Payne was staying, have hinted at drug involvement due to the disarray in his hotel room. On Wednesday, Payne was found dead in the courtyard of Casa Sur Hote

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Oct 18 2024SCIENCE

The Secret History of Amylase: Our Ancient Connection to Starchy Foods

Imagine your favorite starchy snack, like a chewy bagel or crispy fries. You might think these are modern treats, but the story behind our ability to enjoy them goes way back in time. Scientists recently discovered that our ancient ancestors, including Neanderthals and Denisovans, carried multiple c

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

The New Face of Energy: Amazon Picks Nuclear

Amazon Web Services (AWS), the leading cloud computing provider, plans to invest $500 million in nuclear energy projects. This move follows similar announcements by Google and Microsoft. AWS is partnering with Virginia's Dominion Energy to develop small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs). Nuclear energ

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Big Companies' Finance Chiefs Chat About AI's Impact

At a recent summit, four major companies' finance chiefs discussed the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on their businesses. Elena Gomez, the CFO at Toast, a cloud-based restaurant management software company, shared her thoughts on how AI could change their workforce. She mentioned that busin

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Oct 18 2024LIFESTYLE

Glowbirds: A New Generation’s Take on Snowbirding

Ever heard of glowbirding? It's a new spin on the classic snowbird trend, where young people, mainly Gen Z, travel to warmer climates during winter. But why do they do it? It's all about mental health and wellness! Gabby Beckford, a Gen Z content creator, says it's more than just a travel plan. It's

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

Stay Strong and Steady: Exercises to Age Gracefully

You might think that slowing down is a natural part of getting older, but that's not the whole story. Regular exercise can keep you fit and independent as you age. It's not just about looking good; it's about feeling good too. Experts say that staying active can help prevent diseases like diabetes a

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Netflix's Ted Sarandos: Skipping Theaters is Good Business

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos recently backed up the streaming giant's decision to mostly forgo theatrical releases. During a call with Wall Street analysts, he explained that Netflix is primarily focused on the subscription streaming business, and it's doing quite well. Sarandos pointed out that the

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Why Kamala Harris’ Tax Plan Is Missing the Mark with Small Businesses

Vice President Kamala Harris’ proposed tax plan, which includes a $50,000 tax credit for new startups, isn’t impressing the 30 million small-business owners in the U.S. A recent poll conducted by the Job Creators Network reveals that these owners prefer former President Donald Trump over Vice Presid

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Helping Kingston's Homeless: A New Approach to Housing

You might think the solution to homelessness is simple – just provide housing. But it's not that easy. Homelessness is a big, complicated problem that affects our whole society. That's why solving it takes time and effort. On September 23, 2024, the City of Kingston held an open house to talk about

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Oct 18 2024EDUCATION

Math and Reading Scores Change in Minnesota Schools

Have you ever wondered how well students in Minnesota are doing with their studies? The state's Department of Education has a cool report card that tells us all about it. This report card has info like how students answer surveys, what the schools spend tax money on, and how many students are meetin

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