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Oct 16 2024FINANCE

Why Keeping Cash in Payment Apps Might Not Be Smart

Connor Tomasko from Chicago is a money management enthusiast who's urging people to be cautious about keeping money in payment apps. While these apps, like Venmo and Cash App, are easy to use, they don't offer the same protections as banks. For instance, funds in these apps aren't usually insured by

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Hand-Counting Rule in Georgia Gets Blocked

A Georgia judge has stopped a new rule that would've required counties to hand-count Election Day ballots. This rule was set to start on October 22, just two weeks before the election. The judge said it would cause confusion and chaos because there's not enough time to train poll workers. This rule

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Georgia Sets New Early Voting Record amid Controversies and Recovery

Georgia saw a record-breaking turnout for early voting on Tuesday, with over 300,000 ballots cast. This is double the previous record from 2020, which stood at 136,000. The state, a crucial battleground, is still feeling the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and controversial changes to election rules t

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Oct 16 2024ENVIRONMENT

Pandas Touch Down in DC: A New Pair Arrives at National Zoo

Today, the National Zoo in Washington D.C. welcomed two new residents: Bao Li and Qing Bao, a pair of 3-year-old giant pandas. These aren't just any pandas; Bao Li, the male, is the son of Bao Bao, who was born at the zoo back in 2013. That makes him the grandson of Mei Xiang and Tian Tian, the zoo'

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Oct 15 2024TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's Giant Rocket Lands Successfully: Musk Proves Doubters Wrong

In a historic moment, SpaceX managed to land its massive Super Heavy booster rocket back at its Texas launch site. This success is a big deal for Elon Musk, often accused of making promises he can't keep. He's been promising reusable rockets to cut costs and make space travel easier, and this landin

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Oct 15 2024CELEBRITIES

Love in the Air: Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater Steal the Show at SNL Afterparty

Ariana Grande, the host of "Saturday Night Live", and her "Wicked" co-star boyfriend, Ethan Slater, were spotted looking very happy together at the show's afterparty. They were side by side the whole night, according to a source. The event, held at L’Avenue at Saks, also saw Grande's old friend from

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Oct 14 2024SPORTS

Bengals' Defense Shines as Burrow Runs Wild

In a much-needed win, the Cincinnati Bengals defeated the New York Giants 17-7 on Sunday night. Quarterback Joe Burrow scored on a career-long 47-yard run early in the game, setting the tone for the Bengals' victory. The Bengals' defense, which has been heavily criticized, stepped up and delivered a

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Oct 14 2024CELEBRITIES

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' On-Air Divorce Chat: A Shocking Talk Show Moment

Imagine tuning in to Live with Kelly and Mark one morning, only to hear host Kelly Ripa bring up her interest in a 'gray divorce' live on air with her husband and co-host Mark Consuelos. This unexpected topic left viewers in shock, including Mark himself. Kelly casually mentioned reading about the r

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Oct 14 2024CELEBRITIES

Madeline's Baby Shower: A Bittersweet Celebration

Madeline Gaudreau hosted a baby shower just two months after losing her husband, Matthew, in a car accident. Despite the sadness, she wanted to celebrate the upcoming arrival of her baby boy, Tripp Matthew. The theme was "A Little Piece of Heaven," and guests enjoyed custom cookies shaped like moons

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Oct 14 2024SPORTS

How Faith and Sports Became Friends

Imagine a world where sports and religion mix seamlessly. That world didn’t happen by accident. The modern fusion of Christianity and sports is a story filled with forgotten heroes and shifting trends. Let’s dive into how it all started and where it’s going. Picture this: a reporter asks Celtic

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