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Sep 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

LG's Redemption: How the Best Software Update Changed My Mind

I still miss LG, the once innovative smartphone manufacturer that left the market in 2021. Their software had always been quirks, but their latest update to Android 13 has left me impressed. It's a testament to the company's commitment to fulfilling its promises. The update cleaned up the software

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Sep 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

Oracle's Surprising Comeback: Can Legacy Tech Still Compete?

Larry Ellison, the 80-year-old co-founder, chairman, and chief technology officer of Oracle, has been partying like it's 1999. Despite fellow legacy tech giants Intel and Cisco struggling to adapt to the AI-driven world, Oracle has emerged as the belle of the Wall Street ball. The company's cloud bu

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

A Stopgap Measure in Jeopardy: What's Behind the Speaker's Changed Tack?

What appeared as a done deal just days ago is now up in the air. Speaker Mike Johnson's stopgap bill, which combined a six-month continuing resolution with a contentious bill requiring proof of citizenship to vote, is off the table - at least for now. But what really happened behind the scenes? T

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Sep 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Force is Strong in This One: Unpacking the Authenticity of Star Wars Outlaws

In a galaxy far, far away, Star Wars Outlaws has emerged as the most authentic Star Wars sequel since Rogue One. But what sets it apart? For starters, the game's designers drew inspiration not only from the Star Wars franchise but also from the films and filmmakers that influenced George Lucas himse

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Markets Give Kamala Harris the Upper Hand in Presidential Debate

What if the market's reaction to the debate is more about sentiment than substance? Has the analyst's assumption that markets are accurately predicting the election outcome been tested? Or is it just a fleeting reaction to a momentary shift in perceived probability? As the dust settles on Tuesday's

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Sep 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

PS5 Pro: Worth the Upgrade or Just a Fancy New Console?

Imagine having a PS5 that can render gameplay at mind-boggling 45% faster clip, with stunning ray-tracing capabilities and AI-enhanced upscaling. That's what the PS5 Pro promises to deliver, but is it worth the hefty price tag of $699.99 / £699.99 / AU$1,199.95? First, let's consider the new hardwa

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Sep 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Great Chip Heist: A Tale of Industrial Espionage and National Security

What if this is just the tip of the iceberg? With the global chip war heating up, has China simply outsourced its industrial espionage to former Samsung executives? The arrest of two ex-Samsung executives on charges of industrial espionage has sent shockwaves through the semiconductor industry, r

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

Trump Media's Stock Price Tanks After Debate: Is This a Sign of Trouble for Trump's Election Chances?

When Donald Trump's debate skills were put to the test, his stock in Trump Media & Technology Group took a drastic hit. The company's shares plummeted $2.79, or 15%, to $15.84, its lowest level since its public market debut in March. This sudden drop has raised questions about whether this is a sign

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Salmon Farmers Sound Alarm: Can Canada's Coastal Communities Survive the Great Shift?

As the federal Liberal Party retreats on Vancouver Island, a pressing question hangs in the air: what's the real cost of forcing salmon farms to switch to land-based technology by 2029? The BC Salmon Farmers Association (BCSFA) is sounding the alarm, urging the government to rethink its plan and

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

The Crypto Conundrum: Can Trump's Truth Social Bounce Back?

As the 2024 presidential election heats up, the stakes for Donald Trump's Truth Social are higher than ever. Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group, the company behind the social media platform, plummeted 13% after a testy debate with Kamala Harris, with betting odds of a win for the Democratic ca

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