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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

The Washington Post's New Direction: A Billionaire's Influence

Last week, the Washington Post made a surprising decision not to endorse any candidate in the presidential race. This was a first in 36 years and is said to have been ordered by Jeff Bezos, the newspaper's owner and billionaire founder of Amazon. Bezos bought the struggling newspaper in 2013. The r

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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Changing Politics: How Land Laws Impact Chinese Americans

Diana Xue used to follow her husband's political views and vote Republican. But a new law in Florida has changed her mind. This law, passed by the state's Republican-led government, bans Chinese nationals without permanent residency from buying land. Xue, who came from China for college and became a

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Oct 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Chicago in Action: Marathon, Courts, and Sports Updates

This week, Chicago was buzzing with activity. The city streets echoed with cheers and cowbells as runners participated in the 46th Chicago Marathon. Over at the Dirksen U. S. Courthouse, jury selection for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's corruption case wrapped up on Thursday. A pane

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

Football Legend Tom Brady Joins Las Vegas Raiders as Minority Owner

Tom Brady, the legendary NFL quarterback, has taken on a new role in the league. He's now a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders. On Tuesday, NFL team owners unanimously approved his purchase during their annual fall meeting. Brady is excited about the opportunity and wants to contribute to the t

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Oct 16 2024BUSINESS

Jerry Jones and His Clash with Radio Station: Another Look at NFL Power Dynamics

Everyone knows the NFL has a special setup. It's like a small club where a few lucky people get to buy tickets. Recently, Jerry Jones, the owner of the Dallas Cowboys, got into a heated argument with their flagship radio station, 105.3 The Fan. This might seem like a small issue, but it actually sho

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Oct 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

Steam’s Fine Print: You’re Just Renting, Not Buying Games

Imagine you've spent hours scrolling through Steam, adding games to your wishlist, and finally clicking 'buy' on a few titles. But have you ever stopped to think what happens to those games if your account gets hacked or you pass away? It’s a chilling thought that you don’t actually own those games

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

How Patients Can Gain Control Over Their Health Data

In today's digital age, patient data is becoming increasingly valuable in advancing medical research and personalized health care. However, the question of who owns this data remains a complex issue. Recent developments by major electronic health record software providers like Epic to allow patients

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Why Dogs Make Your Life Better

Dogs aren't just cute; they're good for your health too! Dr. Chivonna Childs, a psychologist, explains that having a dog can boost your mental health. Being around dogs can help you feel less depressed and anxious by releasing feel-good chemicals like dopamine and serotonin. Even simple actions like

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Crypto Voters Divided: Harris vs. Trump in 2024

Did you know that American crypto owners are split right down the middle when it comes to choosing between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump for the next presidential election? A recent poll by Coinbase shows that 47% of crypto enthusiasts plan to vote for Harris, while another 47% favor Trump. This is

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Sep 20 2024POLITICS

Unleashing the Power of a New Era

<Amidst a somber atmosphere, the audience was moved by the heart-wrenching stories of two individuals who had been irreparably impacted by senseless tragedies. Shanette, the mother of Amber Nicole Thurman, took to the stage to recount the devastating loss of her daughter, who had succumbed to delays

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