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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris' Town Hall: Facts Checked

Vice President Kamala Harris recently joined CNN’s Anderson Cooper for a town hall in Pennsylvania. She faced questions from voters just days before the election. Former President Donald Trump was invited but didn't participate. Let's fact-check some of Harris' claims. Harris talked about Trump’s t

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Religious Leaders Navigate Election Season: Should They Speak Up or Stay Silent?

In two different states, two pastors took different approaches to talking about politics in their churches. One, Bishop McKissick from Florida, was open about his support for Vice President Kamala Harris. He even consulted with a lawyer from her campaign to make sure he didn't break any rules. The o

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Oct 24 2024CRIME

Tax Troubles: A USC Official’s Surprising Story

Imagine this: a high-ranking university official, who's supposed to promote well-being, is accused of not paying over a million dollars in taxes. This isn't a movie plot, but a real situation involving Mari Ross-Alexander, the former Associate Vice President for Student Health and Well-Being at the

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Oct 23 2024BUSINESS

Why Malta is a Hit with Airlines: A Closer Look

You might be wondering, why is tiny Malta suddenly the go-to spot for airlines to register their Air Operators Certificate (AOC)? Well, it’s not just because of its gorgeous Mediterranean views. Over the past decade, this small island nation has become a major player in the aviation world. As of ear

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Oct 23 2024TECHNOLOGY

Electric Air Taxis Get Green Light from FAA

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has finally unveiled its long-awaited rules for electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles (eVTOLs). These aircraft, often dubbed air taxis, are set to revolutionize air travel. The FAA believes they'll be the first new aircraft category since helicopter

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

Platte County Voters Decide on Youth Mental Health Tax

In November, residents of Platte County, Missouri, have a big choice to make. They'll vote on whether to add a small sales tax to help children and teens with their mental health. The idea started because there aren't enough mental health services in the county for the number of kids who need them.

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Oct 22 2024BUSINESS

Elon Musk Faces Lawsuit Over Tesla's Robotaxi Launch

Tesla's recent rollout of its self-driving Robotaxi has landed Elon Musk in hot water. The production company behind the movie Blade Runner 2049 is suing him. Why? They say Musk used images inspired by the film for the Robotaxi launch without permission. These images were created using artificial in

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Trump's Tax Breaks: A Time Bomb for Social Security

Ever since Donald Trump started his political career, he's been promising to safeguard Social Security. But his recent tax break proposals might backfire. He wants to stop taxing Social Security benefits, which could drain the program's funds faster. A watchdog group says this could lead to a 30% cu

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Amazon's Color Kindle: A Game Changer or Just Another Tablet?

This week, Amazon introduced the Kindle Colorsoft, its first e-reader with a color screen. But in a world filled with cheap tablets, where does this device fit in? Devindra and Cherlynn chatted about it on the Engadget Podcast, along with the updated Kindle Paperwhite and the writable Kindle Scribe.

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Which Party Promises What: A Closer Look at B. C. ’s Election Platforms

British Columbia's upcoming election has politicians promising big changes on issues like housing, healthcare, and the environment. Let's dive into what each major party is offering. David Eby, the NDP leader, wants to build 300,000 more homes for the middle class. He also plans to bump up the spec

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