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Oct 30 2024BUSINESS

A Dallas Developer's Vision for a Downtown Tech and Education Hub

Imagine a bustling downtown Dallas filled with state-of-the-art apartments, trendy shops, and a top-notch school. That's the dream of Mike Hoque, a local developer who's just bought a troubled city-owned property. This plot at 711 S. Saint Paul St. has been a headache for years, with vandalism and s

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Presidential Race 2024: A Tight Finish with Uncertainty

The final stretch of the presidential race is like sitting in a calm hurricane eye, with anticipation building. It feels a lot like the 2000 and 2004 elections, where polls showed a close race and key swing states split their votes. This year, we could see a similar split in the seven major battlegr

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Oct 30 2024CELEBRITIES

Cash Kings From Beyond the Grave: A Look at 2024's Top-Earning Deceased Celebrities

Even after they're gone, some stars still rake in big bucks. In 2024, musicians like Michael Jackson and Freddie Mercury topped the list of highest-paid dead celebrities. Their music catalogs and estate deals brought in millions. But it's not just about the tunes—TV actors like Matthew Perry also ma

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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

Weather Woes: How Rain and Snow Might Impact Voter Turnout in Key States

Next week's elections might face a unique challenge: bad weather. Voters in three crucial states—Michigan, Wisconsin, and Arizona—could be hit by snow and rain. These states are closely watched because they often decide who wins the presidential race. Early forecasts suggest that the northern areas

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Oct 29 2024HEALTH

Health Fest Scheduled for Nov. 2

Are you ready to prioritize your health? Here’s your chance! A community health fair is coming up on November 2. Whether you're in a bustling city like New York or a quiet town in Alaska, this event is open to everyone. The fair will cover all 50 states, plus more—even the U. S. Virgin Islands and A

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Oct 28 2024HEALTH

McDonald’s: Quarter Pounders Back Soon, E. coli Blamed Elsewhere

In a recent update, McDonald’s has declared that their Quarter Pounder beef patties are not the cause of the E. coli outbreak that has sadly resulted in one death and made nearly 75 people ill. This assertion comes directly from Cesar Pina, the fast-food chain’s Chief Supply Chain Officer. He’s conf

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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Pennsylvania Paper Backs Kamala Harris, Changing Election Game

Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for president, just scored a big win in Pennsylvania. The Philadelphia Inquirer, the state's biggest newspaper, endorsed her for the White House. This is huge news because Pennsylvania is a key swing state that could decide the election. The editorial board had

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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Ohio's Redistricting Dilemma: Issue 1 and the Fight for Fair Representation

Voters in Ohio have a big decision to make on Election Day (Nov. 5) with Issue 1, the “Citizens Not Politicians” plan, up for a statewide vote. The current districts drawn by the General Assembly have led to a legislature more interested in grabbing headlines than solving real problems. A “yes” vote

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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Health Insurance in the Political Spotlight

The upcoming presidential election is stirring up a lot of talk about the future of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and health insurance coverage across the United States and its territories. This includes places like Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, and every other state and territory. The ACA, often called

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

The Race Tightens: Harris and Trump Deadlock in Final Poll

The latest national poll by The New York Times and Siena College has revealed some worrying signs for Vice President Harris, the Democratic presidential candidate. Just days before the election, Harris is tied with her Republican counterpart, former President Trump. This is a turnaround from an earl

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