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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Broadway's Memorable Firsts: Actors and Producers Share Their Debut Stories

Imagine a room filled with Broadway's brightest stars, creators, and producers. Variety hosted their annual Business of Broadway Breakfast, and the talk was all about firsts. Cole Escola, who created "Oh Mary!", remembers seeing "Kiss Me, Kate" when he was 13. He wasn’t excited at first, but Marin M

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Reporter Taylor Lorenz Leaves Washington Post for Independent Journalism

You might have heard about Taylor Lorenz, a reporter who's known for covering internet culture. She recently decided to leave The Washington Post after they looked into one of her Instagram posts. The post was about President Joe Biden and it caused quite a stir. After that, she hasn't written any m

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

The US Navy's Game Changer: The F-35C Lightning II

Imagine flying into battle with a jet that can't be detected by enemy radar and has the smartest computer brains on board. That's what the US Navy now has in its arsenal – the F-35C Lightning II! This incredible aircraft is changing how naval warfare works. With its sneaky stealth abilities, top-not

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Kenya's Protests: Missing People and Internet Fears

In Kenya, worries are growing as some protesters seem to have disappeared during demonstrations against tax hikes. The country is in a state of unrest, with people taking part in what they call the "7 Days of Rage." They plan to shut down Kenya and gather at parliament in Nairobi on Tuesday. Social

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Rwanda Battles Marburg: 11 Dead, No Known Source

Marburg hemorrhagic fever has taken the lives of 11 people in Rwanda, according to health officials. This deadly virus shares similar symptoms with Ebola and has infected a total of 36 individuals. The first cases were found among patients in healthcare facilities. Although the outbreak was declared

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Marburg Vaccine Testing Accelerated in Rwanda

Amidst a Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda, vaccine testing is being fast-tracked. The cAd3-Marburg vaccine, developed by NIAID and tested in phase 1 trials last year, showed promising results with no severe adverse effects. However, its practical effectiveness remains untested. Phase 2 clinical tria

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Is Fluoride in Water Still Needed?

You might be using fluoride toothpaste and mouthwash already. So, is adding fluoride to drinking water still helpful? Let's find out! A recent study checked over 157 studies. These compared kids in areas with fluoridated water to those without. The result? Before the mid-1970s, when fluoride toothp

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Oct 07 2024CRYPTO

Watch Out for Fake Lawyers After Crypto Scams

Cryptocurrencies have been a big thing since Bitcoin came on the scene in 2009. Now, there are over 20,000 cryptos out there. But with this growth comes trouble – crypto scams are on the rise. The FBI says these scams went up by more than 50% between 2022 and 2023, reaching almost $4 billion in loss

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Mexico's Rising Appeal for Business and Challenges in Supply Chain Security

As global trade tensions escalate, Mexico has become an increasingly attractive destination for international companies looking to diversify their supply chains. Recent events like the blockage of the Suez Canal have sparked renewed interest from firms seeking alternatives to China. However, Mexico

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Oct 07 2024CELEBRITIES

Sydney Sweeney’s Phone Number and X Account Hacked on Same Day

Sydney Sweeney, known for her role in “Euphoria,” faced a double trouble day. Her phone number was hijacked, and her X account was taken over by hackers, all on the same day. This isn’t just a minor inconvenience; it’s a serious privacy breach. A Verizon receipt from July 2, posted online, showed ch

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