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Oct 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

Lasers and the Quest to Fix Broadband's Final Hurdle

The biggest challenge in the internet industry today is often called the "last-mile" problem. Many people and businesses can't get high-speed broadband because there's no final connection between the main internet infrastructure and their location. Fiber optics can provide fast, reliable internet, b

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Oct 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Crime Scene Kitchen Adds Pastry Chef & Actor as Guest Judges

Fox’s "Crime Scene Kitchen" is mixing things up for its third season by inviting famous faces to join the judging panel. The show, hosted by Joel McHale, is a unique baking competition where teams must figure out a dessert’s recipe based on crumbs and clues left behind. In upcoming episodes, renowne

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Playing President: Trump’s Unusual Fixation with Obama

Once upon a time, former President Donald Trump's fascination with his predecessor, Barack Obama, took an unexpected turn. In an intriguing story from Michael Cohen's book "Disloyal," Trump reportedly hired an actor to imitate Obama, just so he could dismiss him in a mock-firing video. This wasn't j

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Oct 11 2024BUSINESS

Trapped Tourists: A Mine Misadventure

In the small town of Cripple Creek, Colorado, a tourist trip to the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine turned into an unexpected ordeal. Around noon on Thursday, an elevator malfunction trapped twelve adults 1,000 feet below ground. They were visiting the historic site when the mechanical issue occurred. For

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

Fisherman's Clever Cooler Rescue

A fisherman in Florida had a wild night at sea after his boat broke down during Hurricane Milton. He spent the night clinging to an ice box in 25-foot waves, nearly 30 miles off the coast! The U.S. Coast Guard swooped in and saved him with a helicopter on Thursday. The strong winds and giant waves m

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Oct 11 2024HEALTH

Surprise Snag: Mine Elevator Trouble in Colorado

You won’t believe what happened at the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine in Colorado! An elevator ride turned into a scary adventure for 25 tourists. The elevator had a hiccup around 500 feet below the surface. Sadly, one person didn't make it back up. Four others got hurt, but nothing too serious. Eleven p

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Oct 11 2024POLITICS

Lebanon's Future: One State or Two?

Ever wondered about the countries in the Middle East and how they were created? Let's talk about Lebanon. Once a vibrant place with Beirut, the 'Paris of the Middle East,' it's now facing serious issues. The problem started when the Maronite Christians, handed power after World War I, included Musli

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Oct 11 2024TECHNOLOGY

Snag a Deal on the Lenovo Tab Plus Tablet

Let's face it, who doesn't love a good deal? If you're on the hunt for a premium entertainment tablet without breaking the bank, the Lenovo Tab Plus might just be your match. Right now, you can pick it up on Amazon for a cool $26 off its original price of $304.99. That's not a jaw-dropping discount,

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Oct 11 2024POLITICS

FCC Leader Slams Trump's Threats to CBS License

The leader of the FCC, Jessica Rosenworcel, has criticized former President Trump for attacking CBS over changes made to a '60 Minutes' interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. She called his threats "serious" and warned that they should not be taken lightly. In a statement, Rosenworcel emphasiz

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Oct 11 2024SPORTS

49ers vs. Seahawks: Can 49ers Break Their Losing Streak?

The San Francisco 49ers (2-3) are set to face the Seattle Seahawks (3-2) on Thursday night. Both teams are coming off losses and looking to turn things around. The 49ers have struggled in the NFC West, while the Seahawks aim to end the 49ers' five-game winning streak in their rivalry. The 49ers have

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