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Oct 19 2024CRIME

Serial Killer Once Competed on a TV Dating Show

Imagine this: A serial killer is among the contestants on a cheesy '70s dating show. It's a story that sounds made-up, but it's true. Rodney Alcala, later convicted of five murders, appeared on "The Dating Game" in 1978. He was charming and good-looking, fitting right in with the show's L. A. sleaze

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Oct 17 2024POLITICS

Trump's Town Hall Women's Reaction Goes Viral

A short clip of women reacting to Donald Trump's comments about January 6 at a Univision town hall has become a big hit online. During the town hall, which was held just weeks before the presidential election, Trump faced questions from undecided Hispanic voters. One voter, Ramiro González, a constr

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Oct 17 2024CRIME

Crime Stats Revised: Violent Crime on the Rise

Recently, the FBI quietly updated their crime statistics for 2022, revealing a surprising increase in violent crime across the United States. Instead of a previously reported 2.1% drop, the new data shows a 4.5% rise in violent crimes like murders, rapes, robberies, and aggravated assaults. This cha

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Oct 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Sports Commentary Show Goes Global

Mediawan Rights and Studiocanal have joined forces to distribute a new sports show called "Hit the Mic! A New Voice For Sports." This show, produced by Canal+ and Black Dynamite, is all about sports commentary. It's a competition where aspiring commentators show off their skills and personality. The

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Oct 14 2024TECHNOLOGY

Apple's Future Eyewear: Smart Glasses and Camera AirPods on the Horizon for 2027

There's a lot of buzz about Apple's plans for 2027—a pair of smart glasses and AirPods with cameras are in the works! These new gadgets are said to use some of the same technology found in Apple's Vision Pro headset. Last year, Meta and Ray-Ban rolled out their smart glasses with cameras, and Apple

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

New York’s Board of Regents Explores Alternative History Lessons

Recently, the state's Board of Regents sparked a debate by promoting a new set of educational videos and materials. These resources, set to debut at New York state parks in February, present a revised history of the Revolutionary War. The videos discuss how Indigenous people and enslaved individuals

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Oct 12 2024SPORTS

Who Will Take the Crown? Padres vs. Dodgers in NLDS Game 5

Tonight's NL Division Series Game 5 between the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers is set to be an epic finish. The Dodgers are the favored team, with a solid home record of 53-30 wins out of 83 games this season. Experts at Dimers, a sports handicapping site, ran 10,000 simulations of the gam

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Oct 12 2024HEALTH

Supplies Low: IV Fluid Shortage Affects Healthcare Nationwide

A recent survey found that over 86% of healthcare providers are dealing with a shortage of intravenous fluids, or IV fluids, due to a damaged manufacturing plant in North Carolina. The plant, which produces 60% of the country's IV fluids, was hit by Hurricane Helene. IV fluids are crucial for treati

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Oct 11 2024TECHNOLOGY

Trapped in a Sub: My First Immersive Film on Apple Vision Pro

Imagine finding yourself locked in a World War II submarine. Not literally, but virtually, thanks to the Apple Vision Pro headset. The first scripted film, "Submerged," for this mixed reality device is a intense 17-minute experience. Created by Oscar-winning director Edward Berger, the film feels mo

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Oct 10 2024TECHNOLOGY

Amazon's New Tool: Making Deliveries Easier for Drivers

Amazon recently introduced a new technology called Vision-Assisted Package Retrieval (VAPR). This tech is designed to help delivery drivers work more efficiently. The idea is to reduce the time drivers spend organizing packages and checking if they have the right ones. VAPR uses visual cues to show

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