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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Campaign Finance Case: Charges Dropped for Defendant

On Tuesday, one of the six people accused in a campaign finance scheme involving Mayor Eric Adams's contributors had their charges dismissed. Ronald Peek, 66, was part of a group indicted last July for allegedly funneling money to Adams's campaign through straw donors between 2020 and 2021. Manhatta

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Who's Backing Proposition 36: A Closer Look at Funding and Viewpoints

Proposition 36 is a hot topic this election season. It aims to toughen penalties for theft and drug dealing, especially when it comes to fentanyl. Supporters think stricter laws are necessary to combat rising crime rates. On the other hand, opponents worry about prison overcrowding and the costs tha

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Micron's AI Surge: A Smart Investment?

Ever heard of Micron Technology? They're a big deal in the tech world right now, especially when it comes to high bandwidth chips. These are like the superhighways for data, and Micron is building them better than anyone else. So good, in fact, that they've just beaten their profit targets and are l

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Oct 07 2024EDUCATION

Help for Women Aspiring to Education and Training

Are you a woman who's the main breadwinner and dreams of furthering your education or getting new skills? The Soroptimist Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women could be your key to success. This program offers grants to women like you, helping with costs such as tuition, books, ch

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Oct 05 2024TECHNOLOGY

Amazon's Just Walk Out Technology: A Retailer's Dilemma

Amazon's Just Walk Out technology, once hailed as a revolutionary solution for cashierless shopping, has become a costly and challenging endeavor for the retailer. Initially expected to transform the retail landscape with its innovative computer vision-based checkout system, the technology has been

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Oct 05 2024SPORTS

Who's Out, Who's In: Packers vs. Rams Game Day Decisions

As the Green Bay Packers prepare to face the Los Angeles Rams in Week 5, there are some big question marks hanging over key players. Cornerback Jaire Alexander, offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins, and several others are listed as questionable, while receivers Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs might not

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Oct 01 2024CRYPTO

Holiday Chaos: What's at Stake if Dockworkers Go on Strike?

Imagine a scenario where your favorite holiday gifts, food, and decorations are stuck at the port, unable to reach you. This could be a harsh reality if the 45,000 dockworkers represented by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) go on strike. The strike could lead to product shortages,

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Sep 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Courageous Visionary: Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis Adventure

Francis Ford Coppola's long-awaited film, Megalopolis, has finally arrived in theaters. The actor Giancarlo Esposito, who stars in the movie alongside Nathalie Emmanuel, has nothing but praise for Coppola's unwavering commitment to his artistic vision. Esposito, who plays the mayor of New Rome, Cic

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Sep 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Living Large on a Budget

Many people think that celebrities are always surrounded by luxury, but the truth is that even the famous need to shop for everyday essentials. From groceries to household items, it's surprising which celebrities are willing to trade in their designer duds for a trip to the supermarket. In this arti

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Sep 26 2024OPINION

The Art of Ambition

Francis Ford Coppola's latest film, Megalopolis, is a thought-provoking and visually stunning cinematic experience that delves into the themes of creativity, freedom, and the human condition. The movie follows the story of Cesar Catilina, a visionary architect and inventor who is determined to save

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