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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Young Finance Chiefs: What's Their Secret?

Ever wondered how some finance chiefs climb the corporate ladder so quickly? Let’s take a look at three young stars who have proven their mettle in the world of business. Shawn Flores, 35, has been with Par Pacific Holdings for nearly a decade and is now its CFO. He believes in creating an efficient

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Oct 07 2024CRYPTO

Watch Out for Fake Lawyers After Crypto Scams

Cryptocurrencies have been a big thing since Bitcoin came on the scene in 2009. Now, there are over 20,000 cryptos out there. But with this growth comes trouble – crypto scams are on the rise. The FBI says these scams went up by more than 50% between 2022 and 2023, reaching almost $4 billion in loss

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Rory Scovel's Unique Trailer for His Stand-Up Special

Comedian Rory Scovel has shaken up the world of stand-up comedy trailers with his innovative approach. While many comedy special trailers rely on quick cuts and exaggerated expressions, Scovel decided to take a different path for his upcoming Max special, "Religion, Sex, and a Few Things in Between.

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

A Poem, a Lawyer, and Turkey's Social Media Storm

Imagine sharing something online that sparks a big controversy. That's what happened to a Turkish lawyer named Feyza Altun when she posted a Persian poem on social media. Some people thought the poem was attacking Sharia, which is a set of laws based on Islamic teachings. When Feyza replied with "Sh

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Big Tech's Double Standards on Free Speech

Big Tech companies like Meta are playing a dangerous game of double standards when it comes to free speech. They claim to be neutral platforms while actively promoting or censoring content, all the while hiding behind Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act for protection from litigation and o

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Oct 07 2024CELEBRITIES

Sydney Sweeney's Phone Hack: What Went Wrong?

Actress Sydney Sweeney, known for her role in "Euphoria," faced a double whammy on July 2. Her Verizon phone number was hijacked, and her X (formerly Twitter) account was targeted by crypto scammers. Tech site 404 Media reported that her phone number was compromised, and a receipt showing a payment

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Dallas Voters: Time to Decide on Charter Changes

This week, the spotlight is on Dallas as voters prepare to weigh in on several charter amendments. The editorial board has been busy, offering their take on these proposed changes. Meanwhile, local cartoonists have been having a field day, with plenty of opinion pieces to inspire their work. The bi

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Oct 07 2024OPINION

Why It's Time to Re-think the Death Penalty

Imagine you're in a court, and someone's life hangs in the balance. That's exactly what happened to Marcellus Williams in Missouri on September 24. He was convicted of murder in 2001, but over time, doubts about his guilt surfaced. Thanks to the Innocence Project, it became clear that Williams' case

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

Fairfield Library's Ex-Finance Director Faces Fraud Charges

A surprising tale of financial misconduct has unfolded in Fairfield County. Monique Boulware, the former finance director of the Fairfield County Library, has been charged with two serious financial crimes. What makes this story noteworthy? Well, it turns out that Boulware, who held her position fro

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

HP's New CFO: A Leap from Medtronic to Tech Giant

HP has appointed Karen Parkhill as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective August 5. Parkhill is leaving her post at Medtronic, a global medical devices company, where she has been the Executive Vice President and CFO since 2016. This move highlights the trend of top finance chiefs switchin

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