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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Former Associate Raises Concerns About Trump's Energy Levels

A former associate of Donald Trump, who worked with him during his real estate days, recently shared some concerns about the former president's energy levels. This comes after a report from Politico Playbook mentioned that Trump has been declining interviews due to exhaustion. The report also stated

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Trump and Harris in Spotlight: Roasts and Missed Chances

Thursday night was all about jokes and roasts at the Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation dinner in Manhattan. Former President Donald Trump showed up and kept the room laughing with his punchlines. This event, often referred to as the "Met Gala for Catholics," is a traditional spot for political can

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris Teases Trump Over Crowd Sizes at Wisconsin Rally

Vice President Kamala Harris faced some hecklers during her campaign rally in La Crosse, Wisconsin, on Thursday. She was talking about the fight for abortion rights and criticizing ex-President Donald Trump when some people in the crowd started shouting that she was lying. Harris didn't let it faze

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Oct 18 2024WEATHER

What to Expect from a Late La Niña Winter in Michigan

The National Weather Service recently shared its forecast for the 2024-2025 winter in Southeast Michigan. This season is expected to be a mixed bag, with both El Niño and La Niña playing significant roles. El Niño, known for warmer and drier conditions, has been hanging around longer than usual. La

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Spirit AeroSystems Temporarily Pauses Work for 700 Employees Amid Boeing Strike

Spirit AeroSystems, a major supplier for Boeing, has decided to put 700 of its employees on temporary leave. This comes as a result of the ongoing strike by machinists at Boeing, which has now lasted for six weeks. The strike started on September 13 when over 32,000 Boeing workers rejected a tentati

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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Joker: Folie a Deux Flops: What Went Wrong?

Warner Bros. was hoping for another big hit with "Joker: Folie a Deux." However, it seems like their gamble didn't pay off. After the massive success of the first "Joker" movie in 2019, which cost only $55 million, the studio gave director Todd Phillips a much bigger budget of $200 million for the s

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Should California Boost Wages with Proposition 32?

Proposition 32 is a proposal that aims to gradually raise California's minimum wage to $18 an hour within two years. This would make California the state with the highest minimum wage in the country. The current minimum wage levels were set through a deal struck by state lawmakers back in 2016. Vic

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Vice President Harris's New Plan for Black Men: A Closer Look

Vice President Kamala Harris has recently rolled out an "Opportunity Agenda for Black Men," hoping to boost her support among this crucial voting group. The plan includes access to business loans, mentorship programs, and the legalization of recreational marijuana. It also aims to protect cryptocurr

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Cyprus Banks: Fewer Russian and Ukrainian Clients After Sanctions

After Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Cyprus' banks saw a big drop in business with Russian and Ukrainian companies. They lost around 13,000 clients and 35,000 accounts, totaling about 2 billion euros. This happened because of sanctions from the U.N., EU, U.S., and UK against Russia. The number of

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

CVS Shakes Up Leadership: New CEO Steps In

CVS Health has swapped CEOs following pressure from investors, including activist Glenview Capital. The company's shares have taken a nosedive, down nearly half since 2022 highs. CVS’s latest move comes after repeated cuts to profit forecasts due to rising healthcare costs and competition in its ret

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