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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

What's Next for Netflix Prices? Execs Talk Strategy

Netflix execs have been busy discussing something that’s on everyone’s minds—price hikes! Co-CEO Greg Peters shared some insights during their latest earnings call. He said their pricing strategy has stayed steady over the years. They aim to provide more value to members every quarter. Only then do

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

Whooping Cough on the Rise: What You Need to Know

You might remember whooping cough as that nasty cold that turns into a long cough. Well, it's back and it's making a lot of kids sick. In fact, this year has seen the most cases in a decade. Why is this happening? Experts say it's because we're going back to normal after COVID-19 kept many illnesses

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Oct 18 2024CELEBRITIES

Dealing with Grief After a Celebrity's Death: A Look at Liam Payne's Impact

The sudden death of former One Direction member Liam Payne has shocked fans worldwide. At 31, he passed away after a fall from a hotel in Buenos Aires, leaving behind a young son and many fans who have been with him since his teenage years. Fans might never meet these celebrities, but the grief felt

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Crime Wave Forces Pharmacy Closures on Upper East Side

The Upper East Side is losing more pharmacies due to rising crime rates. Next month, another Duane Reade will close, adding to the already six big-box pharmacies that have shut down in the last year. Residents are worried about longer lines and travel times to get their prescriptions. Andrew Fine, c

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Oct 17 2024CRIME

Woman Sues Diddy, Claims Assault Over Tupac Comment

A woman from the Bay Area recently filed a lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs, accusing him of orchestrating a brutal assault in response to her comments about his alleged involvement in Tupac's death. The incident, which allegedly took place in an Orinda apartment in 2018, has become a central focu

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Oct 17 2024SCIENCE

NASA Picks SpaceX for 2025 Space Missions, Boeing's Starliner Still Grounded

NASA has chosen SpaceX's Crew Dragon for its crew rotation missions to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2025. Crew Dragon will fly NASA astronauts Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, JAXA astronaut Takuya Onishi, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Kirill Peskov on the Crew-10 mission in February 2025. The

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Oct 17 2024CELEBRITIES

Mitzi Gaynor: The Dancing Diva Who Left a Sparkling Legacy

Known for her captivating performances and dynamic personality, Mitzi Gaynor has passed away at 93. She left an indelible mark in the entertainment world with her work in movies like South Pacific and on Las Vegas stages. Gaynor was a star that shone brightly, particularly in South Pacific, where sh

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Oct 17 2024CRIME

Crime Stats Revised: Violent Crime on the Rise

Recently, the FBI quietly updated their crime statistics for 2022, revealing a surprising increase in violent crime across the United States. Instead of a previously reported 2.1% drop, the new data shows a 4.5% rise in violent crimes like murders, rapes, robberies, and aggravated assaults. This cha

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Oct 17 2024HEALTH

Meat Recall Alert: Schools and Families Affected

Sure, you might have heard about listeria scares before, but get this - 11.7 million pounds of beef and chicken are now on the recall list! This giant chunk of meat includes some sent to school cafeterias, though we don't know exactly which ones yet. The company BrucePac is in the hot seat here, and

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Oct 17 2024EDUCATION

Schools in Asheville Plan to Reopen, Addressing Challenges After Hurricane Helene

In Asheville, North Carolina, schools are set to reopen on October 28, a month after Hurricane Helene hit the region. The plan isn't just about getting back to lesson plans. Teachers will also support students in talking about the storm's impact. While everyone is safe, the community is grieving and

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