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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Controversial Candidate Uses TV Rules to Spread Message

When an anti-abortion activist and presidential candidate named Randall Terry broadcast a shocking ad during "The View," it sparked outrage. The ad criticized celebrities like Whoopi Goldberg and Taylor Swift and displayed graphic images of aborted fetuses. This ad is part of Terry's larger campaign

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Anti-Abortion Ads Use FCC Rule to Reach TV Audiences

An anti-abortion ad that appeared on "The View" recently is part of a wider campaign leveraging a federal law to force broadcasters to air their message. The ad, by longtime activist Randall Terry, criticizes famous personalities and displays graphic images of aborted fetuses. Terry, running for pre

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Oct 11 2024FINANCE

Bank Gets Massive Fine for Criminal Cash

TD Bank has been hit with a massive $3 billion fine and has pleaded guilty to failing in catching money laundering schemes. This all happened because drug cartels and other criminal groups managed to transfer large amounts of illegal money through TD Bank branches in New York and New Jersey. The ban

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Oct 09 2024HEALTH

TikTok's Pain Points: States Target App's Effects on Kids

Fourteen states have joined forces to sue TikTok, claiming the social media platform is severely harming children's mental health. The suits, filed by attorneys general from various states, highlight several issues with TikTok's design. These include its infinite scrolling feature, which can keep ki

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Oct 08 2024HEALTH

Do Antidepressant Warnings Help or Hurt Kids?

For years, the FDA has warned that antidepressants might lead to suicidal thoughts in youth. But new research shows these warnings might have backfired. They could have caused fewer doctor visits for depression and more suicide attempts. This is a big deal because depression is a top cause of suicid

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Crypto Tax Rules Are Here: What Investors Need to Know

The IRS has finally released their long-awaited tax reporting guidelines for digital assets. This means crypto investors need to get ready, as changes are coming soon. Starting in 2026, brokers will have to report gross proceeds from sales made in 2025 using a new form called 1099-DA. A year later,

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Trump Wants to Boost US Crypto Industry

Former President Donald Trump, who was previously critical of cryptocurrencies, seems to be changing his tune. With the Biden administration focusing on protecting Americans from crypto scams and preventing digital currencies from funding crime, some crypto backers are feeling uneasy. They're lookin

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

Are Ghost Guns About to Make a Comeback?

Next week, the Supreme Court will tackle a crucial case that could change how ghost guns are sold in the US. Ghost guns are homemade firearms that don't have serial numbers, making them hard to trace. They've been linked to a surge in crimes, including murders and domestic abuse. The Biden administr

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Oct 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Flying Cars: The New Reality in Travel

Imagine zipping through the skies like a bird, without needing years of flight training. This dream has become reality with eVTOLs (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) vehicles, which are gaining popularity among private buyers and even military personnel. The latest prototype from Pivotal, name

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Crypto Hopes for Clear Regulations Post-Election

As the U.S. presidential election nears, there's a buzz in the crypto industry about potential regulatory changes. Shan Aggarwal, from Coinbase Ventures, shared his thoughts at Messari’s Mainnet conference in New York City. "We’re really hoping for better regulations," he said, indicating that the c

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