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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Is Amazon's Cashierless Future Shrinking?

It seems like Amazon is scaling back its ambitious plans for cashierless stores. Last week, the tech giant closed three of its Go convenience stores in New York, leaving only 17 such stores nationwide – although they did just open one in Washington. Since 2023, Amazon has reduced its Go storefronts

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

US Faces Double Threats Ahead: Elections & Middle East Conflicts

The United States is on high alert as the presidential election and the tense situation in the Middle East approach. The Department of Homeland Security warned that the threat level remains high due to potential dangers from extremists fueled by the heated political climate at home and conflicts abr

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Oct 06 2024ENVIRONMENT

What’s Happening with Forests and Climate Change?

In a recent meeting, the environment ministers of G20 countries agreed to back new funding sources for protecting ecosystem services. This is exciting news, especially because Brazil has come up with an interesting plan called the Tropical Forests Forever Facility. Unlike some other programs that ju

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Oct 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Martial Arts Stars Face Off in 'Skyline: Warpath'

In a world still recovering from alien invasions, a new sequel is on the horizon. "Skyline: Warpath," written and directed by Liam O’Donnell, has been snapped up by Signature Entertainment for U.K. and Irish audiences. This action sci-fi film stars martial arts masters Scott Adkins ("John Wick: Chap

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

The Unexpected Aftermath: What's Next for Hezbollah?

When news broke that Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, was assassinated, many in Israel breathed a sigh of relief. They hoped this would weaken or even dismantle the powerful group. However, history has shown us time and again that killing the leader of an insurgent organization rarely lead

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

October News: School Battles, Middle East Conflicts, and Local Elections

This October has been a whirlwind of events! Let's start with the local scene. The fight over Chicago schools between Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Chicago Teachers Union, and Chicago Public Schools heated up. This week, all members of the Chicago Board of Education stepped down from their posts. Acros

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Oct 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Should You Spend Extra for iPhone 16 Pro?

Are you debating whether to upgrade to the iPhone 16 Pro? Here are the key differences to help you make an informed decision. Both models come with powerful cameras, but the Pro offers more features like Night mode portraits, ProRAW support, and high frame-rate video recording. If you're a casual us

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Oct 06 2024WEATHER

Weather Watch: SW Gulf Storm Brewing

Something's brewing in the Southwest Gulf of Mexico. Meteorologists are keeping a close eye on a new tropical depression that formed early Saturday morning. They're calling it Tropical Depression Fourteen for now, but it's expected to strengthen and could become a hurricane by midweek. The forecast

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Oct 06 2024WEATHER

The Biltmore Estate's Big Storm Challenge

Hurricane Helene has really shaken things up at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. This massive 8,000-acre property, known for its stunning gardens and outdoor adventures, is temporarily closed due to some serious wind and water damage. The estate's entrance and farm areas took a big

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Oct 06 2024ENVIRONMENT

Biltmore Village: After Hurricane Helene, a Town United and Rebuilding

The calm after the storm is here, but it'll take time for Biltmore Village to regain its glow. A nearby river, once beautiful, now looks like a trash dump with mud, metal, and dirt scattered about. Shops are closed, restaurants too. It’s been over a week since Hurricane Helene hit, leaving watermark

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