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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Gas Prices Drop, Four Seasons Shooting, Gaza Strike, Spain Floods, McDonald’s Recovery

Election days are near, and so is a fall in gas prices. Analysts say we might soon see prices below $3 per gallon for the first time since 2021. Here’s what else is happening across the globe. Vice President Kamala Harris wrapped up her campaign's final speech in Washington D. C. , the same spot wh

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Oct 30 2024SPORTS

Baseball Fans Cause a Stir at Yankee Stadium

During Game 4 of the World Series between the Yankees and Dodgers, something unexpected happened. Two Yankees fans, Austin Capobianco and John Peter, found themselves in the spotlight after interfering with a play. They grabbed Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts' glove, successfully taking away a fo

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Oct 30 2024SCIENCE

The Fate of the Halloween Comet: A Celestial Disappearing Act

In a twist of cosmic fate, a comet dubbed the "Halloween comet" met its end on Monday. Discovered on September 27 by an Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System in Hawaii, this icy, gaseous, and rocky celestial body had sparked interest for its potential visibility during Halloween. However, as

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Oct 30 2024WEATHER

Unusual Warmth and Little Rain for Columbia's October

Columbia has seen barely any rain this month, with only a hint of moisture recorded so far. If this dry trend continues, October could set a new record as the driest month ever. The last time the city experienced significant rain was way back on September 27, thanks to Hurricane Helene. The weather

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Oct 30 2024LIFESTYLE

Halloween Indoors: A Fun Alternative at Crossroads Center

In 1991, a massive snowstorm ruined trick-or-treating plans for nine-year-old me and my friends. It was scary to see the snow piling up to my shoulders, making it unsafe to go out. But there was a cool solution: the Burnsville Mall offered indoor trick-or-treating. It was a unique idea back then, bu

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Oct 30 2024SPORTS

Yankees' Game 4 Comeback Keeps Series Hopeful

In a thrilling turn of events, the New York Yankees snatched a crucial victory from the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of the World Series. The Dodgers began with a commanding lead but couldn't keep their advantage. Manager Dave Roberts faced challenges with his pitching lineup, as he had heavily rel

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Oct 30 2024FINANCE

Bank Goes Green: HLB's New Plan for Sustainable Loans

On October 29, 2024, Hong Leong Bank (HLB) kicked off its journey into greener finance with the launch of its Sustainable Finance Framework (SFF). This initiative aims to invest a whopping US$4. 5 billion (RM20 billion) over five years to support projects that promote sustainability. The bank has be

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Oct 30 2024CRYPTO

Professor Sues TVA Over Bitcoin Miner Incentives

A University of Tennessee professor has taken legal action against the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). The professor, Melanie Faizer, is arguing that TVA is not complying with the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) after she requested documents about incentives given to cryptocurrency companies lik

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Oct 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

Snag the Galaxy Watch 6 for the Best Price Ever

Amazon has an incredible offer going on right now for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6. If you're looking to upgrade your smartwatch or get your first one, this is a deal you don't want to miss. Normally priced at $299. 99, you can now grab it for just $159. 99 – that's the lowest price it's ever been sin

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Why Did Israel Ban UNRWA?

Israel's parliament recently voted to shut down a long-standing United Nations agency, UNRWA, which supports millions of Palestinian refugees. This ban could severely harm millions of Palestinians who depend on the agency for vital services like education, healthcare, and food. Despite strong opposi

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