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Oct 13 2024POLITICS

President Biden Visits Storm-Hit Florida, VP Harris Attends Church in North Carolina

President Joe Biden is scheduled to assess the damage caused by Hurricane Milton in Florida on Sunday. He will also urge Congress to approve more emergency funding for disaster relief. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris plans to attend a church service in Greenville, North Carolina, as part of

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Oct 13 2024CRIME

Tragedy Strikes Colorado Mine Tour: Guide Loses Life

Imagine descending deep into a gold mine, 500 feet below the surface, only to encounter a sudden elevator malfunction. This is exactly what happened during a tour at the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine in Colorado. Patrick Weier, a 46-year-old tour guide from the nearby town of Victor, lost his life in th

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Oct 11 2024ENVIRONMENT

Hazardous Gas Leak at Texas Refinery: A Closer Look

A dangerous chemical leak at a refinery in Deer Park, Texas, has left two people dead and at least 35 injured. The incident, which happened on Thursday evening, involved the release of hydrogen sulfide, a highly toxic gas with a distinctive "rotten egg" smell. Officials confirmed the leak at around

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Oct 11 2024SPORTS

Mike Tyson's Health Scare: The Ulcer Story that Delayed His Fight

Former boxing champion Mike Tyson had some health issues that pushed back his highly anticipated fight with internet sensation Jake Paul. Recently, Tyson revealed that he had been suffering from stomach ulcers, brought on by eating too much processed food. This health scare happened while he was on

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Oct 10 2024TECHNOLOGY

Starlink and T-Mobile Team Up in Florida's Hour of Need

In a race against time, Starlink and T-Mobile have joined forces to bring emergency cell service to areas hit by Hurricane Milton in Florida. Despite the service being far from ready, the companies have made it available ahead of schedule. This isn't just for T-Mobile customers; all phones in the af

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Oct 10 2024HEALTH

Hospitals Adjust Schedules Due to IV Fluid Shortage

Hospitals across the U.S. are facing a crunch in IV fluid supplies due to hurricanes. Hurricane Helene damaged a major facility owned by Baxter International, reducing shipments to hospitals. Meanwhile, B. Braun Medical temporarily closed two of its facilities in Florida in anticipation of Hurricane

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Oct 10 2024WEATHER

St. Lucie County Faces Devastation after Tornado Outbreak

A tornado outbreak swept through St. Lucie County, Florida, on Wednesday, causing multiple deaths and widespread damage. The St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office confirmed fatalities at the Spanish Lakes Country Club, but the exact number of victims remains unknown. News crews rushed to the scene to ca

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Oct 10 2024WEATHER

Florida Braces for Hurricane Milton: A Health Emergency Awaits

As Hurricane Milton speeds towards Florida, the Department of Health and Human Services has declared a Public Health Emergency. This isn't the first time in recent weeks, with a similar declaration made ahead of Hurricane Helene's landfall. A Public Health Emergency is like a big alarm bell, signali

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Oct 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Stay Connected Anywhere: Texting via Satellite on Your Smartphone

Imagine you're out hiking and lose your way, or your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere. No cell service? No problem! Both iPhone and Android users can now send messages via satellite. Apple's iOS 18 update and Google's Pixel 9 models bring this lifesaving feature to our pockets. For iPhone u

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Oct 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Staying Safe: How iPhones Connect by Satellite

Having trouble with your iPhone’s internet or cellular connection during a natural disaster like Hurricane Milton? Fret not, if you have an iPhone 14 or later, it's packed with a unique feature called Emergency SOS via satellite. This technology keeps you connected with emergency services even when

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