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Nov 06 2024OPINION

Message Flow in Social Networks: Leaders, Followers, and the Middlemen

Imagine you're in a big group, and someone important—say, a news anchor—has an update. That person tells a few influential friends, who then share it with everyone else. This is how messages and opinions move around, according to something called mass media theory. Most models only look at how opini

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Nov 06 2024CRIME

Beware at Local Bar: Drugged Drinks Reported

Richland County deputies are investigating a string of troubling incidents at a popular bar near the University of South Carolina. Over the past few months, three young women have reported feeling drugged after visiting TLC Sports Bar and Grill on Stadium Road. Sheriff Leon Lott is cautioning studen

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Nov 05 2024CRIME

Ex-teacher's Closet Scandal: A Lesson Learned

In Baton Rouge, a former Istrouma High School coach and health teacher, Johnnie Butler, recently faced the music for a serious mistake. He's now spending two years behind bars after admitting he lured a student into a gym closet for sexual acts. This wasn't the initial charge; he first faced bigger

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Nov 05 2024SPORTS

Why Top Hockey Stars Might Skip Boston

Imagine you're a professional hockey player. You're at the top of your game, and you're looking at a contract with the Boston Bruins. But wait, there's a catch. In Massachusetts, players have to pay a hefty income tax. This might make you think twice, right? A business group called Mass Opportunity

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Nov 04 2024CRIME

Santa Clara County Education Offices Face Investigation Over Funds

In a surprising turn of events, Santa Clara County's Office of Education (SCCOE) has launched an investigation into claims of misusing public funds. The news comes after the sudden dismissal of the former superintendent. Independent auditors have been called in to look into issues like questionable

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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

Amazon Workers Push Back on Office Mandate, Want More Data

It seems like Amazon employees aren't too happy with their bosses’ decision to make everyone come back to the office five days a week. Over 500 of them even wrote a letter to one of the top executives, saying they want real data to back up this change, not just vague observations. Until recently, Am

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Nov 01 2024SPORTS

Meet Yealimi Noh: The Rising Star in Women's Golf

Yealimi Noh, a 23-year-old golfer from San Francisco, has been making waves in the world of LPGA Tour. Born to Korean parents who run a Japanese restaurant, her journey to professional golf started when she was just a kid. Her dad introduced her to golf, and soon, it became her passion. She even lef

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Nov 01 2024CRIME

Pepper-Spray Attack on Praying Uber Driver Sparks Hate Crime Charges

In the heart of New York City, a young woman found herself in trouble with the law after an unexpected attack. The incident unfolded late at night on July 31st, when 23-year-old Jennifer Guilbeault allegedly pepper-sprayed her Uber driver, a 45-year-old Muslim man, as he prayed in Arabic at a red li

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Celeb Power: Does It Boost Votes?

Kamala Harris has a lineup of big names like Bruce Springsteen and Beyoncé backing her. Donald Trump, on the other hand, has celebs like Kid Rock and Hulk Hogan in his corner. As the 2024 election nears, Democrats are banking on celebrity support to energize voters. But does all this star power real

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Oct 31 2024MILITARY

Six Unique Aircraft of the U. S. Air Force: A Closer Look

Let's take a peek at six special aircraft in the U. S. Air Force. These planes aren't your regular jets; they have unique jobs. The MC-12W Liberty started service in 2009. It's a low-altitude plane that helps soldiers on the ground. It's like a spy camera in the sky, sending important information to

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