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Oct 02 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Beloved Host Leaves a Lasting Legacy

Frank Fritz, known for his role in "American Pickers," passed away on September 30, 2024. He was 60 years old and had been part of the History Channel show since 2010. Frank's journey on the show, which involved traveling around the country to find rare artifacts with his friend Mike Wolfe, spanned

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

How Helene's Winds and Rains Impacted Columbia

Columbia just got a real taste of Tropical Storm Helene, and it wasn’t pleasant. The airport clocked a wind gust at 67 mph, which is pretty strong! Lots of power lines went down, and trees fell everywhere because of the storm. Heavy rains made things worse by soaking the ground. When more rain came,

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Baton Rouge's Weather: Perfect for Outdoor Fun, Tropics Awaken!

As we head into the weekend, Baton Rouge is set for beautiful weather. Temperatures will hover around the mid-80s on Saturday, with clear skies and a light west breeze making it perfect for outdoor activities. LSU football fans can look forward to a comfortable game day, with temperatures around 80

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Oct 01 2024GENERAL

Epic is suing Google - again - and now Samsung too

Epic Sues Google and Samsung, Accusing Them of Illegally Limiting Competition in App Stores Four years after Epic sued Google for running an illegal app store monopoly, the Fortnite game developer has filed a second antitrust lawsuit against Google and Samsung. The new lawsuit accuses them of illeg

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Oct 01 2024WEATHER

Stormy Weather Brews Along the Gulf Coast

It's been just a week since Hurricane Helene ravaged the Southeast, leaving a trail of destruction and loss of life. Now, the Gulf Coast is bracing for another potential threat - a brewing tropical disturbance in the Western Caribbean Sea. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has reported a "large, d

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Oct 01 2024WEATHER

Stormy Skies Ahead: Understanding the Power of Tropical Storm Kirk

As the sun rises over the Atlantic Ocean, a powerful storm is brewing. Tropical Storm Kirk has formed, bringing with it strong winds and heavy rainfall. The news comes as a relief to those who have been experiencing a quiet weather pattern, but it also brings a sense of uncertainty and concern. The

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Oct 01 2024WEATHER

Dolphins vs. Titans: A Shootout in the Making?

The Miami Dolphins are in a pickle, with injuries piling up and their season slipping away. But they might just find a silver lining in their Week 4 matchup against the Tennessee Titans. The Titans, who are 0-3, are struggling to score and have yet to hold an opponent below 24 points. It's a prime o

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Oct 01 2024CRYPTO

Android App Store Wars: Epic’s Latest Move

The tech industry is witnessing a heated battle for dominance in the app store space. Epic Games, the publisher behind Fortnite, has launched a lawsuit against Samsung and Google, alleging that they are conspiring to restrict competition and maintain their respective market shares. The lawsuit cente

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Oct 01 2024WEATHER

New Dawn at Sony Pictures: Ravi Ahuja Takes the Reins

The news sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry: Tony Vinciquerra, CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment, is stepping down from his role, effective January 2, 2025. Taking his place is Ravi Ahuja, who will become the new President and CEO of SPE. Ahuja, who has been serving as Chairman of G

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Sep 28 2024BUSINESS

A New Path for Weight Loss

Sima Sistani, the CEO of WeightWatchers, unexpectedly stepped down from her position after a two-year tenure. During her time at the company, Sistani took a bold step by embracing weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. She believed that incorporating these medications would help the company stay

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