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Oct 25 2024BUSINESS

Boeing Strike: Pensions and Planes on the Line

Last month, Boeing workers walked off the job with a clear demand: they want their pensions back. In 2013, Boeing froze the traditional pension plan to keep production in Seattle, claiming it was too expensive. But now, workers are feeling the squeeze and aren't giving in. They recently rejected Boe

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Oct 25 2024HEALTH

McDonald's Traces E. Coli Outbreak to Onion Supplier

McDonald's has identified Taylor Farms as the supplier of the onions linked to a recent E. coli outbreak. The outbreak, which has affected at least 49 people and caused one death, has been traced back to the slivered onions served on Quarter Pounder burgers. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) an

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Oct 25 2024TECHNOLOGY

` A New Dawn for Scout: Electric SUVs and Pickups Under $60k `

` Ever heard of Scout Motors? Well, they're back in action, and this time, they're going electric! Scout, originally part of International Harvester, is now owned by Volkswagen Group. They're planning to launch two new vehicles: the Traveler SUV and the Terra pickup truck. These aren't your typical

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Daily Prizes for Voters: A Legal Concern

The Department of Justice (DoJ) has raised a red flag about Elon Musk's plan to give away $1 million daily to registered voters who sign a petition. The billionaire tech mogul and Tesla CEO, a big supporter of Donald Trump's presidential bid, launched this giveaway to promote his political action co

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Editor Quits Over LA Times' Stance on Presidential Endorsement

In a surprising turn of events, the Los Angeles Times' editorial editor, Mariel Garza, has quit her position. The reason? The newspaper's owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong, blocked the editorial board's plan to endorse Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris for president. Garza felt this silence was unacc

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris' Town Hall: Facts Checked

Vice President Kamala Harris recently joined CNN’s Anderson Cooper for a town hall in Pennsylvania. She faced questions from voters just days before the election. Former President Donald Trump was invited but didn't participate. Let's fact-check some of Harris' claims. Harris talked about Trump’s t

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Oct 24 2024TECHNOLOGY

AI Hosts Take Over Polish Radio

In a surprising turn of events, a radio station in Krakow, Poland, has ditched human journalists for AI-generated presenters. The station, OFF Radio Krakow, announced its new AI hosts this week, aiming to connect with younger listeners. These virtual characters will discuss cultural, artistic, and s

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Oct 24 2024SCIENCE

Why Two Astronauts Miss Out on SpaceX Crew-8's Trip Home

Have you ever wondered why some astronauts stay in space longer than planned? That's what happened to NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore. They launched on Boeing's Starliner spacecraft expecting a quick trip. But technical problems delayed their return. Now, they're stuck on the Interna

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Trump's Campaign Trail Twists and McDonald's E. coli Mystery

Former President Donald Trump is shaking up his campaign strategy, even though his key issues—immigration, inflation, and Israel—seem to be resonating with voters. He's ditching his planned messages to throw personal jabs at Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz. Yesterday, Tru

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

BRICS Summit: Russia Seeks New Allies and Financial Independence

Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up the BRICS summit in Kazan, where leaders from various countries discussed strengthening financial ties and creating alternatives to Western-controlled systems. The summit, lasting three days, attracted leaders from 36 countries, showing the world that Russ

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