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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

Social Media Stars: News Sources of the 21st Century

Ever wondered who’s shaping the news landscape in America? It turns out, nearly one in five Americans get their news from social media stars. A new study by Pew Research Center reveals that these digital influencers, often found on platforms like X, are a significant source of information, especiall

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

The Rise of Conservative Media: A New Era

In the past decade, conservative media has boomed, with outlets like Sinclair Broadcast Group and One America News Network leading the charge. This growth coincided with Trump's 2022 presidential bid and Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter, which became a hotbed for right-wing messages. Musk even invest

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Nov 17 2024SCIENCE

Space Chat: Dr. Steffen Talks Kepler and Exoplanets

What if you could see worlds far away, beyond our own solar system? That's what the Kepler Space Telescope has done, finding over 2, 000 new planets, or exoplanets. Dr. Jason Steffen, a physics professor from UNLV, was on episode 137 of This Week In Space to talk about Kepler's mission. Launched in

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Nov 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Portnoy's Podcast Exit: A New Chapter

Dave Portnoy, the CEO of Barstool Sports, has decided to leave the "BFFs" podcast by the end of the year. He announced his departure on the "Unnamed Show, " expressing that he wasn't keen on the podcast's topics anymore. The show, co-hosted by Brianna LaPaglia and Josh Richards, often focuses on tee

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

'Balancing Act: A New Voice for the LA Times'

Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, the owner of the LA Times, has a big goal: to make the paper more balanced. He thinks the paper has mixed up news and opinion, so he wants to change that. He plans to bring in more conservative voices to balance the left-leaning side. His idea is that news should be just fac

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Nov 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Exciting Changes: New Executives in Music Industry

Welcome to the executive shuffle! The music industry is buzzing with new hires and promotions. Let's start with EMI Records Japan. Shintaro Aki is the new managing director, bringing over 20 years of experience, including a stint at Warner Music Japan. He's known for his work with artists like Super

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Nov 14 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Meet the New ‘Today’ Show Co-Anchor: Craig Melvin

Get ready for some big changes on NBC's 'Today' show! Craig Melvin is stepping up to join Savannah Guthrie at the anchor desk starting January 13. This comes after Hoda Kotb, who has been a beloved co-anchor since 2018, decides to step down on January 10. Kotb has been with NBC News for 26 years and

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

“From TV Screen to Pentagon: Pete Hegseth's Surprising New Role”

Have you ever wondered how a Fox News host becomes a potential Defense Secretary? Well, let’s dive into the story of Pete Hegseth. Just a couple of years ago, he was living in New Jersey with his family, working as a co-host on “Fox & Friends. ” Then one day, everything changed. President-elect Dona

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Nov 08 2024POLITICS

California Gears Up for Potential Trump Legal Battles

Just hours after a recent Trump victory, California Governor Gavin Newsom made a swift move. He called for a special legislative session, aiming to boost the state's legal defenses against Trump’s conservative agenda. Newsom’s top priority? Safeguarding policies on civil rights, climate change, and

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Who Made the Biggest Splash on Election Night TV?

Election Night on TV was a rollercoaster for many news anchors. Early plans for a neck-and-neck race were thrown out the window as soon as the first exit polls came in. Former President Donald Trump quickly emerged as the winner, while Vice President Kamala Harris' support in key states like Michiga

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