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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Voting Day: What to Expect and Why It Matters

Today, Americans are casting their votes to decide the next leaders. While there might be some bumps in the road like long lines or weather issues, experts say these are normal and won’t affect the election’s security. In fact, most voters find it easy to vote. Yet, some people still worry about fra

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Crypto Prices Jump Ahead of U. S. Election Results

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies saw a rise in prices on Tuesday. This happened as investors waited for the results of the U. S. presidential election. Bitcoin, the most well-known cryptocurrency, climbed to over $70, 000. Other cryptocurrencies like Ether, Solana, and XRP also saw gains. Even mem

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Nov 06 2024SCIENCE

Mysterious Lights Over Duluth: What Were They?

Last Wednesday night, just before Halloween, Duluth residents spotted an unusual sight in the sky. An object, described as having a green glow, silently moved across the night sky. A video shared by a friend from upper Lincoln Park showed this peculiar event. People took to Reddit to discuss and fig

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Courts Allow DOJ to Watch Polls in Missouri and Texas

Two states, Missouri and Texas, tried to keep the Justice Department (DOJ) from sending lawyers to monitor polls on Election Day. They said it would interfere with their own election authorities. However, federal judges didn't agree. In Missouri, the DOJ has the right to monitor polls as part of a d

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Nov 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Zombie Games: A Unique Way to Bond

For as long as he can remember, a young boy has shared a special hobby with his dad: exploring the world of zombies. They've watched classic zombie films like Night of the Living Dead together and played games like State of Decay 2, a unique survival game that lets them team up to fend off the undea

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Nov 06 2024SPORTS

Lightning Strike on Soccer Field: A Tragic Moment in Peru

Imagine this: a soccer match in Peru was suddenly interrupted by a lightning strike. The bolt hit José Hugo De la Cruz Meza, a 39-year-old defender for the Chocca Family team, as he and other players were leaving the field due to bad weather at the Coto Coto stadium near Huancayo. The strike was so

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Trump's Final Push: Rallies in Pennsylvania and Michigan

Former President Donald Trump wrapped up his campaign efforts with a couple of rallies in Pennsylvania on Monday. He also held events in North Carolina and planned one for Michigan late on Monday, aiming to motivate voters in crucial states. Pennsylvania, in particular, is seen as a key state that c

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Vice President Harris's Philly Speech: An Inspiring Finish

Vice President Kamala Harris wrapped up her campaign tour in Philadelphia on a Monday night, delivering a spirited speech at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. In front of an audience of 30, 000 people, she emphasized the crucial role Pennsylvania plays in the upcoming election. Harris embraced the und

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

A Deadly Night in Gaza: Airstrike Kills 20, Raises Questions

Late Monday night, an Israeli airstrike hit a home in northern Gaza, killing at least 20 people, most of them women and children, Palestinian officials reported. This strike occurred in the town of Beit Lahiya, close to the border with Israel. The home was sheltering several displaced families, and

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Counties to Watch on Election Night in Key States

Election night is all about watching the swing states, and within those states, certain counties hold the power to sway the presidential race. We'll start with Georgia, where Chattooga catches attention for its rural and evangelical communities. Cherokee and Forsyth, suburbs around Marietta, have se

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