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Oct 03 2024NATION

TechCrunch 2. 0: A New Era of Journalism

Sometimes, you have to start from scratch to make something amazing. Sometimes, you already have most of the ingredients, but you have to do some improvising to make the thing sing. Until today, TechCrunch was in the latter camp. Top reporters who know how to get to the bottom of a story? Check. Mus

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Oct 03 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Joanne Kelly's Story: Living in R. Kelly's Shadow

Imagine having a famous dad, but not the good kind of famous. That’s Joanne Kelly’s life. She’s 26 now and has finally found her voice in a new documentary called "R Kelly's Karma: A Daughter's Journey." This isn’t just any story – it’s raw, emotional, and real. Joanne shares some heavy secrets tha

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Oct 03 2024POLITICS

Harold Daggett and the Port Workers' Strike: What You Need to Know

Harold J. Daggett, president of the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA), has contributed to both Democratic and Republican political campaigns. With a salary of $728,000 and properties valued at over $3 million, his net worth remains undisclosed but indicates considerable wealth. Daggett'

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Oct 03 2024SCIENCE

Brace Yourself: A Solar Storm is Coming!

Get ready, Earth! We're about to experience a solar storm. This isn't just any storm; it's one that could light up the night sky with stunning auroras. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says there might be two storms: one on Thursday, October 3, and another on Friday, Octobe

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Oct 03 2024BUSINESS

Shoppers Go Wild in Houston: What's Up with All the Empty Shelves?

Ever seen people rushing to stores and grabbing all the toilet paper and water they can find? That’s exactly what happened in Houston recently. But why? Well, some big ports are closed, and that’s messing up supply chains. People got scared there wouldn’t be enough stuff like toilet paper or water,

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Oct 03 2024ENVIRONMENT

Swannanoa's Recovery: A Community United

Imagine a tiny mountain town, 20 miles east of Asheville, suddenly turned upside down. Hurricane Helene brought devastation to Swannanoa, with floodwaters reaching heights of at least 10 feet in some spots. The Whitson Avenue Bridge, which crosses the Swannanoa River, collapsed under the sudden down

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Oct 03 2024BUSINESS

Texas Port Strike: Will Your Holiday Drinks Dry Up?

Imagine planning a festive gathering only to find out that your favorite drinks might not make it in time. That's the reality Texas is facing due to an ongoing port strike, and retailers like Spec's are feeling the heat. They placed orders for thousands of cases of wine and champagne way back in Jun

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Taiwan Prepares as Typhoon Krathon Looms

Taiwan is in a tense state of readiness. A strong storm, called Typhoon Krathon, is on its way and expected to hit the western coast early Thursday morning. With winds up to 108mph and gusts reaching 130mph, this typhoon packs a serious punch. Officials have asked people living in areas with low-lyi

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Oct 02 2024POLITICS

Walz vs Vance: A Debate Showdown!

Get ready for a political showdown! Tim Walz, the two-term governor of Minnesota, and JD Vance, the freshman senator from Ohio, are about to face off in their first and possibly only vice presidential debate. This isn't just any debate; it could have a big impact on the election. Both candidate

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Oct 02 2024ENVIRONMENT

Japan's September Heatwave: A Wake-Up Call

In Japan, last month was the second-hottest September ever recorded. The eastern and western coasts broke their own records for average temperatures. The nation as a whole saw an increase of 2.52 degrees Celsius compared to the usual average. This is just behind last year's record since 1898, accord

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