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Oct 18 2024CRIME

Drug Boss 'Big Meech' Starts Fresh in Miami

Big Meech, real name Demetrius Flenory, is trading his cell for a Miami residential program. He was once a powerful drug trafficker who co-founded the Black Mafia Family. At 56, he's now focusing on a new chapter after spending 20 years behind bars. In 2008, he was sentenced to 30 years for dru

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Oct 18 2024CRIME

Twists and Turns: An Olympic Snowboarder's Surprising Path

Once upon a time, Ryan Wedding was a snowboarder representing Canada at the 2002 Winter Olympics. His career may not have reached the podium, but it seems his life took an unexpected turn. Federal prosecutors have revealed that Wedding, now 43, became a major player in the drug trafficking world, al

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Oct 18 2024SPORTS

Tony Bennett's Final Bow at UVA

After dedicating 15 memorable seasons to the University of Virginia, Tony Bennett, the longstanding head basketball coach, has decided to hang up his whistle. The announcement is scheduled for Friday, October 18, at 11 a.m., to be held at John Paul Jones Arena. Bennett's time at Virginia has been no

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

Kids' Vaccinations in the US: A Dropping Trend

Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released some concerning news. The vaccination rates for kindergartners in the US have dropped again. In the 2023-2024 school year, only 92% of kids got their routine shots—a decrease from 93% last year and 95% in 2019-2020. The drop is m

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Oct 18 2024CRIME

School Shooting: Father and Son Facing Charges

On Thursday, a grand jury in Winder, Georgia, indicted a father and son on murder charges. The son, a 14-year-old named Colt Gray, was charged with 55 counts, including murder and assault. His father, Colin Gray, faced 29 counts, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. The charg

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

What's Next for Netflix Prices? Execs Talk Strategy

Netflix execs have been busy discussing something that’s on everyone’s minds—price hikes! Co-CEO Greg Peters shared some insights during their latest earnings call. He said their pricing strategy has stayed steady over the years. They aim to provide more value to members every quarter. Only then do

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Oct 18 2024WEATHER

Get Ready for Frost: Friday Morning Chill Ahead

Hey there! We've got a weather heads-up for folks in the Midlands. A frost advisory is on the horizon for Friday morning, especially in our western and northern counties. The National Weather Service has issued an alert from 5 AM to 8 AM for Saluda, Newberry, and Fairfield Counties. So, if you’ve go

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Oct 18 2024CRIME

Millionaires in Minutes: The Crypto Crime Saga

Picture this: the summer of 2023 saw two young guys pull off a massive heist, making off with over $230 million in bitcoin. Instead of lay low, they lived it up with fancy cars, plush homes, and luxury nights out. One of them was even flaunting a $500,000 watch during his arrest. Oddly enough, this

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

World Drops 'Coin', Unveils New Iris-Scanning Orb

World, the startup that once went by Worldcoin, has made some big changes. They've dropped the "coin" from their name and introduced a new iris-scanning device called the Orb. This device is designed to prove that you're a real human, not a bot or AI. The company's co-founder, Alex Blania, explained

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Oct 18 2024WEATHER

Winter Arrives Early: B. C. Border Expects Heavy Snowfall

Are you ready for an early taste of winter? Environment Canada has just issued the first snowfall warnings of the season along the British Columbia and Yukon border. Residents and travelers in the affected areas can expect a significant dump of snow. The weather office predicts that the snow will s

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