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Oct 11 2024POLITICS

Israel's Airstrikes: A Devastating Blow to Beirut

In a sudden and deadly turn of events, Israel has launched a series of airstrikes on central Beirut, leaving at least 22 people dead and over 100 wounded. The first strike targeted an eight-story apartment block in Ras al-Nabaa, with witnesses reporting ongoing explosions inside the building. This w

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Oct 10 2024TECHNOLOGY

Meet Nintendo's 'Alarmo': A Cute, High-Tech Way to Wake Up

Nintendo's latest gadget, the 'Alarmo' sound clock, has hit stores, and early reviews are pouring in. This isn't your average alarm clock; it's designed to make waking up a fun experience. Let's dive into what tech reviewers think so far. First up, The Verge took a close look at setting up the 'Ala

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Oct 09 2024BUSINESS

CEOs Getting Canned for Office Romances

For a long time, CEOs could get away with having relationships with employees. But now, companies are taking a tougher stance. The railroad Norfolk Southern fired its CEO, Alan Shaw, for a consensual relationship with the company's chief legal officer. This shows how seriously companies now take exe

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Broadway's Memorable Firsts: Actors and Producers Share Their Debut Stories

Imagine a room filled with Broadway's brightest stars, creators, and producers. Variety hosted their annual Business of Broadway Breakfast, and the talk was all about firsts. Cole Escola, who created "Oh Mary!", remembers seeing "Kiss Me, Kate" when he was 13. He wasn’t excited at first, but Marin M

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Crypto Taxes: The US Treasury Tightens Rules for Traders

Are you a crypto trader? The US government is about to make your life a little different. The Treasury Department and IRS have rolled out new rules that will change how cryptocurrency exchanges operate, especially when it comes to taxes. From now on, if you use a centralized exchange like Coinbase,

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Crypto Tax Rules Are Here: What Investors Need to Know

The IRS has finally released their long-awaited tax reporting guidelines for digital assets. This means crypto investors need to get ready, as changes are coming soon. Starting in 2026, brokers will have to report gross proceeds from sales made in 2025 using a new form called 1099-DA. A year later,

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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 2024FINANCE

Crypto Exchanges to Share Trade Info with IRS by 2026

Starting in 2026, the Treasury Department in the U.S. will make it mandatory for crypto exchanges like Coinbase to disclose the details of user transactions to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This move is aimed at reducing tax evasion through cryptocurrencies. Think of it like a report card that

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Israel's Bombing Campaign in Lebanon: Targeting Hezbollah and Civilians

In a recent escalation of violence, Israel has launched an intense bombing campaign in Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah strongholds and sending troops across the border. The military operations aim to dislodge Hezbollah militants and facilitate the safe return of Israeli citizens who have been under roc

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Oct 05 2024POLITICS

Walz's New Rule: Trust Experts, Not Yourself

Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) has a new motto he likes to repeat: "Mind your own business." At first glance, this might sound like a call for personal freedom. But when you dig deeper, it's clear that Walz isn't asking people to live their own lives. Instead, he wants them to defer to experts and not que

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