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Oct 05 2024ENVIRONMENT

Hurricane Helene: Separating Facts from Fiction

As Hurricane Helene wreaks havoc across the country, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is urging everyone to be cautious about false information circulating online. The agency has set up a special page called "rumor response" to help people sort through what's true and what's not. One

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Oct 05 2024POLITICS

Melania's View on Abortion: A Split in Camp Trump?

Ever since Melania Trump, the former first lady, spoke out about her support for a woman's right to choose, people have been curious about how this might affect the upcoming election. Her stance is quite different from that of her husband, Donald Trump, who has taken credit for the Supreme Court's d

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Oct 04 2024CRIME

Brooklyn Protest: What Happened and Why It Matters

In September, a subway shooting in Brooklyn sparked protests. One protester, Terrell Harper, tried to break into a police officer's home. This isn't the first time something like this has happened. But why does it keep happening? Some people think it's because it's too easy to find out personal info

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Oct 04 2024OPINION

Understanding Your Fresh Start on Defaulted Student Loans

Borrowers Struggling to Get Back on Track Can Rely on a New Program The US Department of Education has introduced a program called Fresh Start, which provides temporary relief to borrowers struggling with defaulted student loans. This move aims to give individuals more time to get their finances ba

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Oct 04 2024EDUCATION

U. S. Education Department Launches FAFSA Beta Testing for Students

The U.S. Department of Education is kicking off a phased rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form with beta testing starting on Tuesday. Instead of limiting participation to just a few students, they've expanded the number due to high interest from community groups an

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Oct 04 2024OPINION

Home Renovation Secrets to Boost Your Property Value

When it comes to staying in your current home, making smart renovation decisions can be a game-changer. It's not just about giving your space a fresh new look; it's also about increasing its value and appeal to potential buyers. However, with so many options available, it's easy to get overwhelmed a

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Oct 04 2024LIFESTYLE

AI's Halloween Helper: A Spooktacular Party Planning Guide

Ever thought of letting AI plan your Halloween party? It might sound scary, but it can actually be a blast! This year, someone gave Meta’s artificial intelligence a shot. The results were astonishing and way better than expected. First things first: themes. You’d expect the usual vampires a

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Oct 03 2024BUSINESS

Live updates: Israel vows response to Iran attack as central Beirut hit

Israel Weighs Response to Iran's Largest-Ever Attack Iran's military chief warned of broader strikes if Israel responds to the recent attack, which killed at least nine people in central Beirut and marked the first time Israel has struck the area since 2006. The strike has raised fears of a wider a

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Oct 03 2024POLITICS

Biden's Response to Iran: Proportional and Calculated

In response to recent attacks by Iran, US President Joe Biden emphasized the need for a proportional retaliation from Israel. During a virtual meeting with G7 leaders, Biden indicated that new sanctions against Iran are being prepared. The shift in tone comes after earlier encouragement from the US

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Oct 01 2024WEATHER

Think Winter, Minnesota Cold Weather Rule Starts October 1st

Minneapolis (WJON News) -- It is time to start preparing for winter this week. The Minnesota Cold Weather Rule goes into effect starting on Tuesday and Xcel Energy wants to remind customers there is help for those who need assistance. Under the rule, residential customers are protected from service

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