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Nov 14 2024CRIME

Spotlight: Satirical Site Takes Over Infowars

In a surprising twist, The Onion has snapped up Infowars, the controversial platform run by conspiracy theorist Alex Jones. This purchase comes with the backing of families affected by the Sandy Hook tragedy and a deal with a gun control group. The Onion plans to use Infowars' assets for its own con

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Nov 14 2024SCIENCE

The Secrets of Tardigrade Legs: What Distal Genes Reveal

Ever wondered how tiny creatures like tardigrades grow their legs? It turns out, tardigrades might be using the same genetic blueprint as other limb-bearing invertebrates. These tiny water bears are part of the panarthropod group, which includes arthropods like insects and crustaceans, and onychopho

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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

German Doctors' Adaptation to COVID-19 Guidelines Post-Pandemic

Imagine this: the COVID-19 pandemic is finally over, but what steps do doctors take next? A recent study in Germany looked into just that, focusing on how general practitioners (GPs) feel about keeping pandemic practices in place. The German College of General Practitioners and Family Physicians (le

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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

Wisconsin Health Officials Worry About Holiday Virus Spread

Wisconsin health officials are calling for people to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines before the holidays. They say only 22% of people have gotten a flu shot and 11% have received an updated COVID-19 shot. This is worrying because respiratory viruses like RSV usually spike this time of year. Dr.

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Nov 14 2024SPORTS

The Race for Juan Soto: What It Means for Baseball

Juan Soto, the standout outfielder, is at the center of Major League Baseball's (MLB) free agency storm. His talent, showcased by his impressive 2024 season and World Series ring, makes him a hot commodity. Teams like the Yankees, Mets, Dodgers, and Blue Jays are vying for his attention, with meetin

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Nov 14 2024BUSINESS

U. S. Unscripted TV Producers Pivot to International Market for Survival

Facing a slump in the U. S. market, small to mid-sized unscripted TV producers are looking abroad for work. Recently, more American accents were heard at the MIPCOM market in Cannes. Producers like Lucky 8, known for shows like "60 Days In, " are exploring co-productions and deals with international

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

NYC Mayor Adams Seen with Potential Witness at Charity Event

Last month, New York City Mayor Eric Adams made an unexpected appearance at a food giveaway event in Manhattan. The same event was attended by a Turkish businessman named Sezgin Baran Korkmaz, who is involved in a separate legal case. Korkmaz is suspected to be a potential witness against Mayor Adam

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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

Ready Facilities, Better Care?

Improving child health hinges on boosting healthcare quality. But gathering and understanding service quality data is tough. The connection between how ready a facility is and the care it offers isn't simple. Let's dive into what's happening in five low- to middle-income countries. First, we need t

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Nov 14 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Gaga Joins Netflix's Wednesday Season 2

In a surprising twist, Lady Gaga is set to make an appearance in the second season of Netflix's Wednesday. Fans of the show might recognize Gaga's hit song "Bloody Mary" from her Born This Way album, which recently gained popularity thanks to a viral video featuring Jenna Ortega dancing. As of now,

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Nov 14 2024BUSINESS

Trump's Business Allies: Not So Sure About Big Tech

CNBC's Jim Cramer recently sparked a conversation among investors. He suggested that Donald Trump's administration might not be as cozy with big businesses as many think. Some of Trump's advisors, like JD Vance, are critical of large companies accused of having too much power. They're especially tou

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