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Oct 18 2024RELIGION

Paying for the Past: LA Catholic Church's Biggest Settlement

Imagine finding out that someone you trusted harmed you decades ago. That's what happened to 1, 353 people who say they were abused by Catholic priests in Los Angeles. The Archdiocese agreed to pay $880 million, the largest single settlement of its kind. This didn't happen overnight. It took a year

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Secret Trump-Putin Calls: Biden’s Team in the Dark, Adviser Alerts “Red Flags”

Imagine a playground where grown-ups are playing hide and seek with phones. That’s what it feels like with the reports about former President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. A top US official, Jake Sullivan, said the Biden administration is clueless about these calls. Sullivan adm

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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Amazon's New God of War Series: A Fresh Start

Amazon is giving its live-action God of War series a new lease on life. After the success of Fallout, the streaming giant wants its next gaming adaptation to be just as impressive. To achieve this, Amazon has decided to shake things up. The showrunner and two executive producers have left the projec

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Trump and Harris Headline Charity Dinner, with Harris on Video

Former President Donald Trump is set to do something a bit different this time. He'll be trading the rally stage for a comedy night as he heads to the annual Al Smith charity dinner in New York City. This isn't his first time at this event, though. Eight years ago, he was at the same dinner and face

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Oct 17 2024CRIME

Los Angeles Archdiocese Pays $880M in Child Abuse Settlement

In a significant move, the Roman Catholic archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to pay $880 million to 1,353 individuals who claim they were sexually abused as children by Catholic priests. This settlement is the largest of its kind by a U.S. diocese, addressing years of abuse allegations. Archbisho

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Oct 17 2024CRIME

L. A. Archdiocese Settles Massive Child Abuse Case for $880 Million

In a significant development, the Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to pay $880 million to settle over a thousand child sexual abuse claims. This massive settlement, the largest of its kind with a Catholic archdiocese, covers 1,354 cases. This agreement comes under California's Assembly Bill 218

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Oct 17 2024HEALTH

The Hidden Struggle: Mental Health in Congo's Displacement Camps

In the heart of eastern Congo, near the bustling city of Goma, lies an unseen battle. It's not fought with guns or bombs, but in the minds of those trapped in displacement camps. Years of conflict have taken a heavy toll on mental health. People like Nelly Shukuru, a 51-year-old mother of six, found

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

Anthony Edwards' Views on Legendary Leaders in Basketball

Basketball player Anthony Edwards recently stirred up some controversy. He shared his thoughts on how players like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant treated their teammates. Edwards doesn't agree with their harsh leadership styles. He thinks today's players need a different approach. This led to a deba

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Oct 15 2024POLITICS

The Evolution of Voting: From Shouting to Machines

Long ago, in the early days of the United States, voting wasn't a quiet, private affair. The first presidential elections, held from 1788 to 1789, involved only white men shouting out their candidates' names publicly. This method, known as viva voce or voice voting, was the norm for nearly half a ce

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Oct 15 2024HEALTH

Is TikTok Really an Addiction Machine?

Ever wondered why you spend hours scrolling through TikTok? You're not alone. Millions do the same. But what's the cost? A report claims that TikTok knew teens were getting hooked. The app's Chinese roots make U.S. officials suspicious. They want TikTok to leave or sell its U.S. section. In 2019, Ti

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