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Oct 09 2024BUSINESS

BetMGM's Tech and Football Betting Boost Hopes for a Comeback

BetMGM is looking to bounce back in the gaming market by banking on new technology and the popularity of football betting. The company, now the third largest U.S. sportsbook, has lost some ground in sports gambling and online casino gaming, where it once led the pack. CEO Adam Greenblatt believes ne

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Oct 09 2024WEATHER

How Can Old Weather Videos Help Us Understand Hurricanes?

Imagine a scary storm surge or powerful winds tearing down your street. Old weather videos are circulating online, showing what hurricanes can do. These videos were first shared years ago, but they're becoming popular again as Hurricane Milton heads toward Florida. Milton might hit with winds up to

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Oct 09 2024EDUCATION

Meet Ms. Monneka Meeks: The Science Teacher Who's Changing Lives

Ever wondered what it takes to be a great teacher? Meet Ms. Monneka Meeks, a middle school science teacher at Pee Dee Math, Science and Technology Academy in Bishopville, South Carolina. She's not just teaching science; she's teaching her students to understand and appreciate different cultures. Bor

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Oct 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Is TikTok Good for Kids? Let's Think About It

TikTok, the popular video-sharing app, is facing pushback from some US regions. Why? They're worried about kids' mental well-being. Features like endless scrolling and constant notifications might be addictive. Plus, dangerous challenges have led to serious incidents, according to New York's top law

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Oct 09 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris: Can She Break the VP Barrier?

Ever since Thomas Marshall, the vice president under Woodrow Wilson, joked about VPs vanishing, the role has had a reputation for being a dead end. The odds of becoming president from the VP spot are slim—only 20% of former VPs have made it. Now, Kamala Harris, the current VP, is running for preside

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Oct 09 2024SPORTS

Sports History: Jerry Sandusky's Sentence

On October 9, 2012, Jerry Sandusky was handed a minimum 30-year prison sentence. This former Penn State assistant coach had been found guilty of child sexual abuse, an event that rocked the sports world and led to the downfall of legendary coach Joe Paterno. The scandal brought significant changes t

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Oct 09 2024BUSINESS

Google's Future: Splitting Up and Sharing Data?

Google might have to part ways with some of its big names like Chrome and Android, sharing user search data with competitors. This comes after the US Justice Department suggested these changes in a recent court filing. The DOJ wants to stop Google from favoring its own products, like Chrome, Play, a

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Oct 09 2024CELEBRITIES

Fake Celebrity Scams: AI Gives New Shape to Deception

Having doubtful moments watching celebrities selling strange products online? You're not alone. Artificial intelligence is making it easier for scammers to use celebrity look-alikes and voice clones to trick people. McAfee has ranked Scarlett Johansson, Kylie Jenner, and Taylor Swift as the most exp

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Oct 09 2024CELEBRITIES

Eugenie Bouchard’s Hurricane Adventure: A Lesson in Safety

Canadian tennis star Eugenie Bouchard found herself in an unexpected situation while in Florida. A fierce hurricane was approaching, and she had to act fast. Bouchard took to social media to share her experience, starting with a picture of herself in a car, wearing a mask, as she headed to the airpo

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Oct 09 2024WEATHER

Hurricane Milton's Path: What to Expect

Hey there! Let's talk about Hurricane Milton. This powerful storm is currently a Category 4, with winds reaching 150 mph and gusts up to 185 mph. It's currently chilling north of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Experts predict it'll cross the Gulf of Mexico on Tuesday, hitting Florida's west coast on We

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