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Oct 03 2024HEALTH

The Marburg Virus Spreads Fear in Rwanda's Small Community

Rwanda is facing a deadly crisis as the Marburg virus continues to claim lives, leaving the country's health officials scrambling to contain the outbreak. With 36 confirmed cases and 11 deaths reported so far, the situation remains dire. The virus, which can have an 88% fatality rate, has already cl

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Oct 03 2024POLITICS

VP Debate: Vance's Strategy to Improve Image Raises Questions

The vice presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, and Mike Pence against Mark Warner, offered a unique perspective on the 2024 presidential election. Vance's strategy to improve his image by attacking Trump and praising Walz raised questions about its effectiveness in improving his pe

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Oct 03 2024BUSINESS

Dockworkers' Strike: What It Means for Holiday Shopping

Have you noticed that your favorite fruits and veggies have been costing more lately? Well, there’s a good reason for it. The US Maritime Alliance (USMA) and the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) are at odds, leading to a dockworkers' strike. About 45,000 dockworkers are involved, deman

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Oct 03 2024POLITICS

New York City: Mandatory Composting or Just More Waste?

Starting October 6th, New Yorkers will have to compost their food scraps at home. Fines for non-compliance begin in April next year. Supporters say this will tackle the city's rat problem and help fight climate change. But is it worth the effort? Our recycling program is already struggling, and the

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Oct 03 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Designing Dreams: Unlocking Google's Floral Inspirations for Your Phone

The world of smartphones is about to get a whole lot prettier. Google, known for its innovative designs and feature-rich devices, has just unveiled some stunning floral-inspired wallpapers that are set to revolutionize the way we interact with our screens. With four unique designs to choose from, th

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Oct 03 2024CRIME

CNN Instant Poll: No clear winner in VP debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance

CNN — Registered voters who watched Tuesday’s debate between vice presidential nominees Tim Walz and JD Vance were closely divided over which candidate did the better job, according to a CNN instant poll of debate watchers conducted by SSRS, and the event left viewers with more positive views of bot

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Oct 03 2024BUSINESS

Japan airport closed by explosion of U. S. bomb likely dating to World War II

A regional airport in southwest Japan was closed on Wednesday after an American bomb, most likely dropped during World War II to stem "kamikaze" attacks, exploded near its runway, causing nearly 90 flight cancellations. The explosion, which occurred at Miyazaki Airport, created a crater 23 feet wid

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Oct 03 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Surprising Power of Smart Glasses

Imagine walking down a busy street while wearing smart glasses. These aren't your typical sunglasses; they have a camera and can recognize faces. Sounds like a recipe for privacy issues, right? Well, two college students decided to show just how real these concerns are with their project called I-XR

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Oct 03 2024ENVIRONMENT

Swannanoa's Recovery: A Community United

Imagine a tiny mountain town, 20 miles east of Asheville, suddenly turned upside down. Hurricane Helene brought devastation to Swannanoa, with floodwaters reaching heights of at least 10 feet in some spots. The Whitson Avenue Bridge, which crosses the Swannanoa River, collapsed under the sudden down

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

New England's Mild Fall Surprise

Fall is here, and New England is in for a warm surprise! The weather will be mixed with sun and clouds on Wednesday. No big storms are expected through the weekend. On Thursday and Friday, get ready for beautiful fall days with temperatures reaching the low to mid-70s and a gentle breeze. Stay tune

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