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Jan 02 2025CRIME

New Orleans Attack: Young Lives Lost

A terrible incident occurred in New Orleans on New Year's Eve. A truck plowed into crowds on Bourbon Street, killing at least 15 people and injuring more than 30. Among the victims were Martin "Tiger" Bech, a former Princeton University wide receiver, Reggie Hunter, a loving father of two, and Ni’Ky

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

The Man Behind the New Orleans Truck Attack: Unraveling the Story

Meet Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old Houston resident who's at the center of a tragic event that shook New Orleans. On New Year's Day, Jabbar drove a rented Ford pickup through Bourbon Street, killing at least 10 people and injuring many more. The FBI is leading the investigation, classifying the

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Jan 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Watch the NYC Ball Drop from Home: Tips & Fun Facts

Imagine ringing in the New Year with thousands of people in Times Square, but without leaving your couch. You can! The famous ball drop in NYC's Times Square is broadcast and livestreamed, so you don't have to deal with the crowds. One way to catch the action is via NBC New York's Times Square Live

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Don't Let New Year's Resolutions Derail Your Health

New Year's resolution time is here, and many of us are excited to transform our lives, but be cautious. Experts warn that some resolutions can actually harm your health. Let's explore why. First, extreme weight loss goals can be a big problem. Trying to lose 20 pounds in a month is usually unrealis

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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

How Media Moguls Shape News: Lessons from Australia's Newspaper Deals

Ever wondered how big companies buying newspapers affects what you read? Let's look at Australia's news game over recent years. Between 2016 and 2019, there were three major newspaper acquisitions. News Corp, Nine Entertainment, and a duo named Antony Catalano and Alex Waislitz each bought their sha

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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

Serbian Students Lead New Year's Eve Protest for Justice

In Belgrade and other Serbian cities, thousands of people swapped the usual New Year's Eve celebrations for a protest. They were demanding political reforms and justice following a tragic collapse in Novi Sad. University students led the charge, using the slogan "No New Year Until We Get Justice. "

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Jan 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Diplo's Surprising Confession on CNN's NYE Special

DJ Diplo made a shocking revelation during CNN’s New Year’s Eve Live With Andy Cohen & Anderson Cooper. While chatting with the hosts, Andy Cohen asked about the craziest place Diplo had taken LSD. Diplo laughed and confessed, “Right now. I took some on the helicopter ride here. ” He insisted he was

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Jan 01 2025CRIME

Tragedy Strikes Bourbon Street: A Deadly Vehicle Incident Amid New Year's Festivities

Bourbon Street in New Orleans was buzzing with New Year's celebrations when a vehicle suddenly plowed into a crowd early Wednesday morning. The incident claimed at least 10 lives, casting a shadow over the city's lively festivities. Bourbon Street is known for its vibrant nightlife and was packed wi

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Jan 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Ringing in 2025: A Close Look at Times Square's Ball Drop

As we prepare to leave 2024 behind and welcome 2025, the world's eyes will turn to Times Square in New York City. Thousands will gather to witness the famous ball drop, a tradition that's been going on for nearly a century. The ball is no ordinary object; it's a stunning geodesic sphere weighing alm

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Jan 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Waymo: A Safe Ride on New Year's Eve

Imagine celebrating New Year's Eve without worrying about drunk drivers. That's the promise of Waymo, a self-driving car service. Dr. Brian Hoeflinger, a neurosurgeon from Ohio, knows the pain of losing a loved one to a drunk driving accident. His son Brian died in 2013. Now, he's hoping that Waymo

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