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Dec 30 2024BUSINESS

The Founding Father of Cable TV: Charles Dolan's Incredible Journey

Charles Dolan, a man who started with just 1, 500 cable TV customers in 1973, grew his business to over 3 million households by 2015. He sold Cablevision for $17. 7 billion to Altice, a European company, which now runs it under the Optimum brand. Dolan, the founder of HBO and pioneer of many cable

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Dec 30 2024POLITICS

Jimmy Carter: From Peanut Farmer to Peace Maker

Did you know that Jimmy Carter, our 39th President, was the first commander in chief born in a hospital? That’s right, and it wasn’t just any hospital - it was one where his mother, a nurse, worked. Born in 1924, Jimmy was a small-town boy from Plains, Georgia, who grew up to become a Navy vet and l

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Dec 30 2024WEATHER

Weather Watch: Bracing for Two Cold Fronts

As 2024 wraps up, we're set for some peaceful weather. But don't get too cozy! The Weather Team is keeping an eye on two cold fronts that will bring cooler temps to welcome 2025. Tonight and tomorrow, we’ll see temps dip to the low 50s with clear skies. Expect some fog in the morning, which will cle

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Dec 29 2024WEATHER

Weather Shift Ahead: From Storms to Showers

Early Sunday in the Upstate region of South Carolina saw some exciting weather, with several tornado warnings kicking off the day. These warnings started around 6:15 a. m. and wrapped up by about 9:15 a. m. , affecting both the Upstate and parts of Western North Carolina. As of now, no tornadoes hav

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Dec 29 2024ENVIRONMENT

Bugs on the Move: How Climate Change is Shifting Insect Populations

Ever wondered how a warmer world might change where insects hang out? Scientists have found a clever new trick to figure out which bugs can survive in cooler places that are now getting warmer. They chose three insects: Spodoptera frugiperda and Cicadulina bipunctata, which love the heat, and Laodel

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Dec 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Martin Scorsese's Gangs of New York Rescue: The Tom Cruise Effect

Martin Scorsese, a legendary filmmaker, has always faced challenges in getting his movies made, especially after some of his earlier films didn't do well at the box office. One such film, "Gangs of New York, " had been in the works for decades. It was first announced way back in 1977 by Italian prod

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

The Web of Conspiracies: How Misinformation Fuels Beliefs

In recent years, the internet has become a hotbed for conspiracy theories. Some of these beliefs have led to real-world harm, like the January 6th Capitol attack, where many participants were driven by the QAnon conspiracy. This study looks at five major conspiracy theories—QAnon, COVID, UFOs/Aliens

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Dec 29 2024HEALTH

New Year, New Health Savings: A Simple Guide

As we enter 2025, many people are wondering how to manage their health care costs effectively. One important fact to keep in mind is that most of the basics of health insurance won't change. This might seem like a good thing, but it also means that the risk of unexpected bills remains, especially wi

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Dec 29 2024SPORTS

New York Sports in 2024: A Year of Surprises and Setbacks

2024 was a rollercoaster year for New York sports. The Yankees and Mets had exciting playoff runs, but neither team could bring a championship home. The Liberty finally ended their long drought in the WNBA. Meanwhile, the Knicks had a promising playoff run and the Jets and Giants faced tough seasons

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Dec 29 2024SCIENCE

Ticks & Their Microbes in El Salvador: New Findings

El Salvador hides a rich variety of ticks on its lands. From 2019 to 2021, researchers have found 216 ticks on dogs, wild animals, and even in the environment. These ticks aren't just any ticks; they're from 11 different species! Some of these include the Amblyomma species like dissimile and mixtum,

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