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Nov 07 2024WEATHER

Hurricane Rafael: A Storm to Watch

On Wednesday, Hurricane Rafael got stronger, reaching Category 3 status. This means it has winds between 111 to 129 mph, making it a major hurricane. Rafael is expected to move over the southeastern Gulf of Mexico by nighttime and across the Gulf this weekend. Forecasters warn that Rafael could bri

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Nov 06 2024CRYPTO

Secure and Private: Blockchain's New Hero

Ever wondered how blockchain can be both secure and private? Enter lattice-based ring signcryption, a tech that's making waves in the blockchain world. One scheme, named CB-LRSCS, is particularly exciting. It uses smart contracts to manage the process of signcryption and unsigncryption, making the s

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Nov 06 2024FINANCE

Blockchain's Impact on Supply Chain Finance: A Closer Look

Supply Chain Finance plays a key role in boosting competition within the supply chain and helps to move money around efficiently. It often involves services like financing accounts receivable, managing risks, and optimizing supply chain operations. Over the past decade, Blockchain technology has gai

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Russia's Equipment Losses Surge in Ukraine

In October, Russian forces lost more gear in Ukraine than in any other month over the past two years, according to recent reports. This is a big deal because it shows that the war is getting more expensive for Russia. Since the war started, a website called Oryx has been tracking Russian equipment l

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

North Carolina 2024: Voting, Results, and How to Keep Up

The 2024 General Election in North Carolina is coming up, and voters need to know what to expect. Polls will close at 7:30 PM, and anyone still in line by then can cast their vote. But how can you keep tabs on the results as they come in? There are several ways to stay informed. An interactive map

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Nov 06 2024EDUCATION

Marblehead's Teacher Contract Tangle: A $5M Hurdle

In the town of Marblehead, Massachusetts, there's a big disagreement happening between the School Committee and the Marblehead Education Association (MEA). They're trying to figure out new contracts for teachers and staff, but they're stuck on a $5 million difference. The MEA thinks the schools need

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Nov 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Watch These Entertaining TV Shows on Election Day

Vice President Kamala Harris' team sipped on some laughs with a funny post. Celebs backed up their political picks with some funny signs like "childless cat lad y. " Former President Trump even flipped burgers at a Pennsylvania McDonald's. The 2024 election is being called the "election of a generat

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Nov 05 2024WEATHER

Storm Rafael: A New Orleans and Caribbean Challenge

Tropical Storm Rafael, brewing in the Caribbean, is set to hit the southern edge of Louisiana by this Saturday. It's getting stronger and could become a hurricane by the time it reaches Cuba. Payton Malone, a New Orleans meteorologist, described it as a rare November hurricane in the Gulf. The stor

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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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