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Oct 06 2024SPORTS

Warriors' Coach Kerr: No Single Hero, Just Teamwork

Steve Kerr has been the Warriors' coach for a decade. But now, with Klay Thompson gone, he's starting fresh. He doesn't want one player to fill Thompson's shoes—he wants a team effort. So, he's making training camp more competitive than ever. Kerr isn't sure about his rotations yet, and that was cle

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Is Amazon's Cashierless Future Shrinking?

It seems like Amazon is scaling back its ambitious plans for cashierless stores. Last week, the tech giant closed three of its Go convenience stores in New York, leaving only 17 such stores nationwide – although they did just open one in Washington. Since 2023, Amazon has reduced its Go storefronts

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Oct 06 2024ENVIRONMENT

"Heatwaves and Droughts: Getting Worse with Climate Change"

In the past decade, heatwaves that used to happen once every 10 years have now occurred 2.8 times in 10 years and are 2.2 degrees hotter on average. At the current global warming rate of 3.6 degrees, these heatwaves could strike 5.6 times over the same period and be 4.68 degrees hotter. This doesn't

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Oct 06 2024WEATHER

Bay Area Heatwave: When Will It End?

The Bay Area has been sweltering under triple-digit temperatures all week, and the National Weather Service says the heat isn't going anywhere anytime soon. Although it might cool down a bit on Friday, don't expect much relief. A small air pressure disturbance is bringing some wind and moisture but

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Walmart Teams Up with Mayo Clinic for Better Cancer Care

It's a big step forward in healthcare! Walmart has joined hands with the prestigious Mayo Clinic to offer better cancer treatment options. Starting now, Walmart employees and their families who are diagnosed with cancer can get expert second opinions from Mayo Clinic doctors. If needed, they can eve

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Who Came Out on Top in the VP Debate?

The vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz sparked a lot of discussion. Some people thought Walz did well, but others had their doubts. One thing is clear: both candidates could use some improvement. When it comes to admitting mistakes, like being in China during the Tiananmen Squar

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

The Call to Action: Is America Ready?

In the cold winter of 1940, while Europe was engulfed in war, former U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt addressed his nation. He urged Americans to support a massive industrial effort to counter Hitler's power. This call sparked a national movement that produced nearly 100,000 bomber aircraft and

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Oct 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Which Warhammer Horde Shooter Steals the Show?

Are you a fan of Warhammer 40,000 games? If so, you've probably heard about two exciting horde shooters: Darktide and Space Marine 2. Both games offer heart-pounding action, but they have their own unique flavors. Let's dive in and see what makes each one special. Darktide is all about atmosphere.

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Oct 06 2024SPORTS

Former Coach Mullen's Week 6 Football Picks

Every week, ESPN analyst and former Florida head coach Dan Mullen shares his college football picks. This Friday, he revealed his choices for Week 6 of the season. The games include Michigan versus Washington, Auburn against Georgia, and several other notable matchups. Mullen has picked Michigan (+

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Oct 06 2024HEALTH

Rwanda Readies for Marburg Trials: Vaccines and Therapeutics on the Way

This weekend, Rwanda will receive experimental vaccines and therapeutics to fight the deadly Marburg virus. These will be used in clinical trials expected to start soon. The virus, similar to Ebola, has caused 41 cases so far, with 12 deaths, mostly among healthcare workers. The government aims to q

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