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Nov 05 2024TECHNOLOGY

Watch Out, Devs: Malicious Codes on NPM

Ever heard of sneaky hackers trying to trick you? That’s what’s happening on NPM, a popular site for sharing code. Hackers are uploading hundreds of fake packages, trying to fool developers into downloading malware. These fake packages have names that look like real ones, such as Puppeteer and Bignu

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Nov 04 2024BUSINESS

Boost in Boeing Wages: Striking Machinists Vote on New Deal

On Monday, more than 32, 000 striking Boeing machinists will cast their votes for the third time on a new contract proposal. This vote comes after a seven-week work stoppage that has stalled most of the company's airplane production. The latest offer includes a 38% raise over four years, which is an

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Nov 04 2024BUSINESS

Machinists at Boeing Vote Again on Contract Offer

Boeing's unionized workers in the Pacific Northwest are preparing to vote on a new contract offer. This vote could bring an end to a seven-week strike that has halted production of most Boeing passenger jets. The latest offer by Boeing promises a 38% pay raise over four years, along with other bonus

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Nov 04 2024TECHNOLOGY

The PS5 Pro's Specs Are Out!

Hey, gamers! The word is out: Sony's PS5 Pro is just around the corner, and we've got the full list of specs thanks to a leak. This ain't your basic console upgrade. The PS5 Pro comes packed with an AMD Ryzen Zen 2 CPU with 8 cores and 16 threads. The graphics power comes from an AMD Radeon GPU that

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Nov 01 2024SPORTS

Usain Bolt's Track Legacy: Coping with Fame and Demanding Fans

Usain Bolt, the Jamaican sprinter, set unbreakable records in the 100m and 200m races. His times of 9. 58 and 19. 19 seconds are legendary. But behind these achievements lies a story of struggle. Famous from a young age, Bolt faced intense pressure from fans. Jamaican fans, known for their high expe

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Nov 01 2024LIFESTYLE

Climbing to New Heights in China: A Daring Ladder Adventure

Ever dreamed of climbing a ladder suspended thousands of feet in the air? In China, thrill-seekers are now doing just that! Recently, a jaw-dropping attraction called Via Ferrata was introduced on Qixing Mountain in Hunan province. This heart-stopping ladder isn't your average climb—it's a whopping

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Nov 01 2024WEATHER

Last Hurricane of the Season? A Possible Storm Brews in the Caribbean

As the 2024 hurricane season nears its end, there's a low-pressure system lurking in the Caribbean. This weather disturbance, located south of Cuba, has a 50% chance of becoming a tropical cyclone within a week. That's a jump from the 40% chance it had earlier this week. But don't expect it to happe

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Oct 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

Snag the Galaxy Watch 6 for the Best Price Ever

Amazon has an incredible offer going on right now for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6. If you're looking to upgrade your smartwatch or get your first one, this is a deal you don't want to miss. Normally priced at $299. 99, you can now grab it for just $159. 99 – that's the lowest price it's ever been sin

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Oct 29 2024EDUCATION

Educators in D230 Schools Wait for New Contract: What's the Hold-up?

Imagine trying to start your school day without a clear plan. That's what the educators at Andrew, Sandburg, and Stagg high schools have been dealing with for over 50 days! The Dist. 230 Federation of Teachers and the CCSD 230 Board of Education have been busy trying to agree on a new multi-year con

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Oct 28 2024BUSINESS

LinkedIn's EU Data Tracking Fiasco: A $335M Wake-up Call

LinkedIn, the professional networking site owned by Microsoft, has been slapped with a hefty fine of $335 million by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC). The fine is due to the company's mishandling of user data for targeted advertising, which breached the European Union’s General Data Protec

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