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Nov 04 2024WEATHER

Caribbean Storm: Watch Out, Gulf!

Imagine a storm brewing in the Caribbean, about 345 miles from Jamaica. It's moving northeast at 7 mph, with winds of 35 mph. Forecasters think it'll become a hurricane as it passes over Cuba and enters the Gulf of Mexico by midweek. The National Hurricane Center is keeping a close eye on this poten

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Nov 04 2024BUSINESS

Machinists at Boeing Vote Again on Contract Offer

Boeing's unionized workers in the Pacific Northwest are preparing to vote on a new contract offer. This vote could bring an end to a seven-week strike that has halted production of most Boeing passenger jets. The latest offer by Boeing promises a 38% pay raise over four years, along with other bonus

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Nov 04 2024BUSINESS

Space Mergers: Airbus Explores Options in Europe

Airbus is mulling over a potential merger for its space business, but it's not a done deal just yet. The company's CEO, Guillaume Faury, suggested that they're open to partnering up with another firm to strengthen their space sector. This comes after Airbus took a big hit with their satellite busine

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Nov 04 2024CELEBRITIES

Tom Hanks Loves an Old Sci-Fi Favorite

You might think of Tom Hanks as the guy from "Forrest Gump" or "Cast Away, " but there's more to him than meets the eye. While he's known for his inspiring roles, Hanks has also starred in some wacky comedies and box-office duds, like "Bachelor Party" and "Joe Versus the Volcano. " He's even played

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Nov 04 2024CELEBRITIES

Why Celebrities Can't Keep Quiet Anymore

Back in the '90s, Michael Jordan refused to endorse a political candidate, famously saying "Republicans buy sneakers too. " At the time, celebrities could stay mum on politics and not ruffle too many feathers. Those days are gone. Take singer Chappell Roan and former President George W. Bush, who r

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Nov 04 2024SCIENCE

Voyager 1's Journey: A Spacecraft's Resilience Tested

Far, far away from Earth, Voyager 1 has been exploring interstellar space. But recently, this trusty spacecraft faced a hiccup. On October 16, its fault protection system kicked in. This safety measure is designed to save power, but it caused a communication blackout. NASA was left wondering what ha

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Nov 04 2024SCIENCE

SpaceX Launch: NASA Invites You to Join Virtually

NASA has decided to let us join in the excitement of their next SpaceX mission to the International Space Station. You can watch the launch live from the comfort of your home. On Monday, SpaceX will blast off from Florida's Kennedy Space Center, carrying essential supplies and unique experiments to

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Nov 04 2024BUSINESS

Why China Airlines Picked Ontario Over LAX

You might think Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) would be the obvious choice for a transpacific flight from Taiwan. But China Airlines had other plans. In 2018, they started flying directly from Taipei to Ontario, California, a smaller airport just over 35 miles east of LAX. Why? Well, LAX is

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Nov 04 2024SCIENCE

Three Chinese Astronauts Land Back on Earth After Space Mission

Early Monday morning, three astronauts from China safely returned to Earth after spending half a year on their country's Tiangong space station. Their capsule, slowed by a parachute, touched down in Inner Mongolia at around 1:24 a. m. The landing site was marked by a waving Chinese flag. China's Ti

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Nov 04 2024SPORTS

Lions Gear Up for Packers: A Closer Look at the Week 9 Roster

The Detroit Lions are firing up for a big game against the Green Bay Packers. Coach Dan Campbell is excited, calling it "good old football. " To get you ready, let's dive into the Lions' updated depth chart. At quarterback, Jared Goff is ready, with Hendon Hooker as backup. In the running game, Dav

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