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Oct 10 2024WEATHER

Hurricane Milton: What You Need to Know as It Heads to Florida

Hurricane Milton is a powerful storm heading towards Florida's west coast, expected to hit on Wednesday night. The hurricane has been fluctuating between Category 4 and 5, but the main concern is its strength and the storm surge, flooding, and high winds it will bring. Make sure you're prepared by c

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Oct 10 2024TRAVEL

Unlock More Alaska Miles This Fall: Easy Ways to Boost Your Points

Want to rack up Alaska Airlines miles faster? Here are some sneaky ways to do it! First, flying with Alaska Airlines is a no-brainer. You'll earn miles based on how far you go. Saver fares get 30% of miles flown, while other classes snag 100%. Bonus miles, up to 100%, are up for grabs too, dependin

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Oct 10 2024BUSINESS

Google's Grip on Search: U. S. Mulls Breakup

Imagine if you couldn't choose what browser to use, or which search engine to trust. That's the reality the U.S. Department of Justice is trying to change. They're considering asking a judge to force Google to sell parts of its business. Why? Because Google has been controlling the online search sce

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Oct 10 2024BUSINESS

US Government Weighs Breaking Up Google over Antitrust Concerns

Imagine splitting up one of the world's largest tech companies. That's what the U.S. government is considering for Google. They're looking at forcing Google to sell parts of its business. This could be the first big corporate split in a long time. The Department of Justice says Google has too much c

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Oct 09 2024HEALTH

Prepping Florida Hospitals for Hurricane Milton

As Hurricane Milton heads towards Florida, hospitals are gearing up. Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota, an hour south of Tampa, is in the storm's path but won't evacuate. It's the largest and safest hospital in the area, with over 4,000 people—patients and staff—expected during the hurricane. D

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Oct 09 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix Hit 'Emily in Paris': What Parisians and Politicians Think

French President Emmanuel Macron recently spoke out about the Netflix show "Emily in Paris," which has become one of the platform's biggest hits. The show, which is set in Paris, has sparked mixed reactions among locals. Some Parisians dislike it for reinforcing stereotypes about their city, going a

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Oct 09 2024LIFESTYLE

Power Through Storms: Discounted Portable Power Stations to the Rescue

Hurricane season is here, and Florida is preparing for Hurricane Milton. After Hurricane Helene’s impact, people are looking for ways to stay powered during blackouts. A New Jersey resident lived through Superstorm Sandy and recalls the tough times without electricity. Luckily, October Prime Day off

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Oct 09 2024WEATHER

The Waffle House Storm Check

You might think that a 24/7 breakfast chain like Waffle House wouldn’t have much to do with serious storm tracking. But think again! In the South, when a big storm hits, the status of your local Waffle House can tell you a lot. If it’s open, even with a limited menu, it’s a good sign the storm isn’t

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Oct 09 2024SPORTS

Sports Coach's Yelling: When Is It Too Much?

In the world of youth sports, it's common to see coaches shouting instructions or encouragement. But where is the line between tough coaching and outright yelling? One parent recently shared their experience with a travel sports coach who has a reputation for yelling at players when they make mistak

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Oct 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

OpenAI Partners with Hearst to Enhance AI Content

In a recent development, OpenAI has teamed up with the media giant Hearst. This partnership brings together more than 40 newspapers and over 20 magazines, including popular titles like the Houston Chronicle and Cosmopolitan. Under this agreement, Hearst's content will be accessible through OpenAI's

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