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Jun 18 2025BUSINESS

JetBlue's Big Changes: Cutting Flights and Parking Planes

JetBlue is making big moves to save money. The airline is cutting some routes and parking planes. This is all part of a larger plan to deal with financial struggles. The CEO, Joanna Geraghty, shared the news with employees. She talked about the need to control spending and save cash. The airline hopes travel demand will pick up again. But even if it does, getting bac...

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May 30 2025HEALTH

The Tool That Bent Workers' Backs

In the heart of California's Salinas Valley, farmworkers once toiled with a tool called "El Cortito. " This short-handled hoe forced them to bend over for hours, leading to severe back pain and lifelong injuries. The tool was not about getting more work done. It was about keeping workers under constant watch, a way to control them. Workers called it "the devil's arm....

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Apr 25 2025CELEBRITIES

Kanye West's Controversial Art Choice

Kanye West has stirred up a storm with his latest single, "Cousins. " The artwork for this track is a painting called "Leda and the Swan" by Paul Mathias Padua. This piece shows a woman and a swan in a rather intimate moment. It was first shown in Munich back in 1939. The painting later ended up in the hands of Martin Bormann, Hitler's private secretary, who gave it ...

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Feb 05 2025POLITICS

Putin's Long Game: Russia's Slow-Mo Strategy

Russia's military leaders have their eyes on the long game. They are gearing up for operations that could last up to nine months. This is a clear sign that Vladimir Putin isn't eager to wrap up the war he initiated anytime soon. The Institute for the Study of War rated this. The plan to surround Kharkiv's city of Kupiansk. The plan is a prime example of t...

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Jan 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

PGA Awards 2025: What You Need to Know

The Producers Guild of America just revealed their nominees for the 2025 PGA Awards. After two delays due to the Los Angeles wildfires, the list is finally out. For the top film prize, the Darryl F. Zanuck Award, movies like "Anora" and "Dune: Part Two" are in the running. On the TV side, shows like "Abbott Elementary" and "The Diplomat" are up for awards. The ceremo...

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Dec 20 2024CRIME

Two Decades Later: Mall Kidnapper Finally Brought to Justice

In an incredible turn of events, a jury convicted a 67-year-old man last week for a 1994 kidnapping at the Oakridge Mall, thanks to a cold-case investigation that relied on DNA evidence. Thomas John Loguidice was found guilty of felony kidnapping with the intent to rob, after he was linked to the crime during his time in state prison for an unrelated offense. Loguid...

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Dec 14 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Who's in the Running? Meet the PGA Nominees for Kids, Shorts, and Sports

Ever wondered who's behind your favorite shows and sports docs? The Producers Guild of America has just unveiled their nominees for the 2025 PGA Awards in the children's, short form, and sports categories. Mark your calendars for Feb. 8, when the winners will be announced in Los Angeles. Let's dive into the list! In the children's category, we've got some familiar f...

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Ukraine and North Korea Clash for the First Time in Russia

For the first time, Ukrainian troops have had a run-in with North Korean soldiers in Russia, according to Ukraine's defense minister. The fight happened in Russia's Kursk border region, where the North Korean soldiers were recently sent to help Russia in its war with Ukraine. This is a big deal because it's the first time North Korean forces have been directly involv...

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

North Korean Troops in Ukraine: The Unexpected Development

Recently, Ukraine has claimed that North Korean troops, sent to help Russia in its war, have been attacked. This is a big development as the war nears its 1000-day mark. A Ukrainian official said the first North Korean troops were shelled in the Kursk region. Western governments had predicted this might happen, with Russia struggling to maintain its image after Ukrai...

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Nov 03 2024POLITICS

Russia's Quick Wins in Eastern Ukraine

Let's face it, Russia is making quick progress in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region. In October alone, they snatched up more land than any other month since July 2022 – about 160 square miles! Ukraine, on the other hand, has only made small gains this year. Russia's secret? Constant pressure and clever tactics. They've taken key towns like Vuhledar and Selydove, which ...

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