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Oct 09 2024FINANCE

Hurricane Milton: Which Insurance Stocks Are in the Eye of the Storm?

Hurricane Milton is making waves in the insurance industry. Though it's lost some steam, dropping to a Category 4 storm, experts warn that it's still a major threat. The hurricane is expected to hit Florida's west coast sometime on Wednesday or Thursday. Analyst Paul Newsome from Piper Sandler says

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Oct 09 2024HEALTH

Is TikTok Harming Kids? AGs Sue Over Mental Health Concerns

Imagine scrolling through TikTok and suddenly realizing that the fun videos might be hurting you. That’s what fourteen attorneys general from states like New York and California think. They’ve sued TikTok, saying it’s not safe for kids. The big issue? They say TikTok tricks young users into spending

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Oct 09 2024WEATHER

Hurricane Milton: Should Category 6 Be Introduced?

Hurricane Milton, set to hit Florida, has people wondering if Category 6 hurricanes should exist. The conversation started because Milton shifted between intense hurricane classifications, with its wind speed reaching 180 mph at one point. Scientists are debating if a new category—Category 6—should

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Oct 09 2024WEATHER

Hurricane Milton's Path: What to Expect

Hey there! Let's talk about Hurricane Milton. This powerful storm is currently a Category 4, with winds reaching 150 mph and gusts up to 185 mph. It's currently chilling north of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Experts predict it'll cross the Gulf of Mexico on Tuesday, hitting Florida's west coast on We

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Oct 08 2024HEALTH

TikTok Faces Legal Battle Over Kids' Mental Health

Fourteen states have sued TikTok, claiming the social media platform harms children’s mental health and collects their data without consent. The attorneys general, from states like New York and California, argue TikTok makes false claims about its safety for young users. They point out features like

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Oct 08 2024BUSINESS

Samsung's AI Setback: What Went Wrong and What's Next?

Samsung is having a rough patch in the AI chip market, especially with its HBM segment. The company admitted it couldn't land a major client like NVIDIA. This delay, along with increased competition from rivals like SK hynix and TSMC, hurt Samsung's earnings. Samsung blames its late entry into the

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Oct 08 2024BUSINESS

What the U. S. Election Could Mean for Canadian Businesses

Canada's business world is buzzing with concern over the upcoming U.S. election. A recent report from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce warns that protectionist policies proposed by both presidential candidates could seriously damage the economies of both nations. This is due to the strong ties and i

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Oct 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Forest Service's Budget Crunch Leaves Seasonal Workers in Limbo

The US Forest Service is facing a significant budget cut, leading to a hiring freeze on seasonal positions for the next fiscal year. This decision affects thousands of temporary workers who maintain national forests, clean campsites, and perform critical environmental research. The agency relies hea

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Oct 08 2024BUSINESS

Home Insurance Headache: A Storm Brewing Nationwide

Imagine this: you live in Florida, and a hurricane just slammed into your town. You expect your insurance to help you rebuild, right? Not always. Recently, Florida has been struggling with a big problem in home insurance. Insurance companies are either fleeing the state or hiking up prices so high t

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Oct 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

What's Up with Idaho's Drying Lakes?

Imagining a bright day of fishing, a group of friends trekked to the White Cloud Mountains in Idaho. They aimed for Ocalkens Lake #2, but surprise! It was almost bone-dry, with barely an inch of water left. They found a slightly better alternative at Ocalkens Lake #1, though it was smaller and green

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