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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Election Lies: What's True and What's Not

In the final stretch of the presidential election, social media is buzzing with false claims about voting. Some folks say noncitizens are voting, mail-in ballots are easily tampered with, and voting machines can be hacked. These lies are making people doubt the voting process. Even prominent figures

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

The Race Tightens: Harris and Trump Deadlock in Final Poll

The latest national poll by The New York Times and Siena College has revealed some worrying signs for Vice President Harris, the Democratic presidential candidate. Just days before the election, Harris is tied with her Republican counterpart, former President Trump. This is a turnaround from an earl

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Virginia's Voter Purge Halted Before Election

A federal judge has stepped in to stop Virginia from purging alleged noncitizens from its voter rolls near the election. The judge ordered the state to halt its program and reinstate over 1, 600 voters within five days. The ruling, just 10 days before the election, ensures that all eligible voters c

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Nuns in Pennsylvania Face False Voter Fraud Claims

In the bustling town of Erie, Pennsylvania, a group of nuns from the Benedictine Sisters of Erie found themselves at the center of a false voter fraud accusation. A Republican canvasser, while going door-to-door, claimed that 53 voters were registered at the monastery's address, but no one lived the

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Early Voting Patterns: Are Republicans Ahead in Swing States?

In the days leading up to the election, Republicans have something to feel optimistic about. They've cast more early ballots than Democrats in three critical swing states: Arizona, Nevada, and North Carolina. But hold on, it's not that simple. Just because someone's a registered Republican doesn't m

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

North Korea Joins Ukraine War: What Does It Mean?

North Korea is sending thousands of troops, including elite forces, to support Russia in the Ukraine war. This move suggests that Russia is running low on soldiers and supplies. The war has already claimed many Russian lives, and now, North Korea is stepping in with significant reinforcements. These

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Election Tight Race: Harris and Trump Neck and Neck

As the 2024 presidential election draws near, a new poll by CNN shows a close race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Both candidates are backed by 47% of likely voters. This poll, conducted by SSRS, finds that the race has been consistently tight throughout the

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Oct 25 2024LIFESTYLE

Virginia's Secret Weapon: Perfecting Soy Sauce

Ever thought about where your soy sauce comes from? Believe it or not, one of the best places for making it is Virginia! You might know that wine gets its unique taste from the place it's made, called terroir. Guess what? Soy sauce can too! San-J, a company that's been around for over 200 years, do

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Voter Registration Group Jolt Hits Pause on Texas AG Investigation

Recently, a Texas-based group called Jolt, which aims to boost Latinos' civic involvement, won a small victory in court. This lets them continue voter registration without fear of state shutdown. The pause comes after a federal judge ruled that Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s investigation tool

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Voter Giveaway: Legal Risks Explained

Elon Musk, a billionaire known for his support of former President Trump, is offering money to voters in swing states. He's giving out cash for signing a petition that supports the First and Second Amendments. In Pennsylvania, voters get $100 just for signing, and there's even a daily $1 million lot

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