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Nov 02 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Pixel's Now Playing Feature May Soon Show Album Covers

Ever since Google introduced the Now Playing feature on Pixel 2 devices, it's been a handy tool for identifying songs playing nearby without needing to open an app. However, the feature has been a bit bare-bones, only displaying song names and artists. Recently, some code changes hint that Google mi

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Nov 01 2024HEALTH

Picking the Right Thermometer: Expert Tips

Ever had a cold and wondered if you had a fever? A thermometer is your best friend. But which one should you pick? Let's break it down. There are three main types: oral, ear, and forehead. Oral thermometers go under the tongue. They're accurate, cheap, and perfect for adults and older kids. But lit

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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Georgia's Elections: A Split Decision

Georgia’s parliamentary election on Saturday saw the ruling Georgian Dream party win by a significant margin, according to early results. The party, founded by billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili, secured 53% of the vote, as reported by the electoral commission. However, opposition parties are refusing

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Oct 27 2024BUSINESS

TSMC's First U. S. Chip Plant: Ahead of the Game

In a surprising turn of events, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's (TSMC) first U. S. chip plant in Phoenix, Arizona, is showing more promise than its plants back home. The plant's production yields are about four percentage points higher than those in Taiwan. This good news for TSMC could

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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Kyiv and Central Ukraine Hit: Teens Fall Victim to Russian Attacks

A sad night in Ukraine saw a Russian drone strike hit a tall apartment building in the capital Kyiv, taking the life of a 15-year-old girl and injuring five others. Around 100 people were safely evacuated, but the upper floors of the building were heavily damaged. The attack was one of many that pla

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

North Korean Troops in Ukraine: A Global War Perspective

It's now confirmed that North Korean soldiers are fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine. South Korea's intelligence agency reports that about 1, 500 North Korean special forces began heading to Russia in October. They were transported by Russian ships and given Russian uniforms, weapons, and fake IDs

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Oct 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

TSMC's Arizona Chip Plant Beats Taiwan's in Quality

TSMC, the world's leading chipmaker, is set to start mass production at its newest facility in Arizona. This plant, top-notch and built in partnership with the US government, is showing impressive results. TSMC's US president, Rick Cassidy, shared in a webinar that the yields—a key measure of chip q

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Oct 25 2024CRYPTO

Crypto Coin Crash: What Now?

Cryptocurrency markets are like rollercoasters, with prices zooming up and down. When your coin’s value starts to plummet, it's easy to hit the panic button. But hold on! There are smarter moves to make. First, chill out. Panic leads to bad decisions, and bad decisions cost money. Take a deep breat

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Oct 24 2024BUSINESS

Sports Giant Reshuffles: TKO Snaps Up IMG, On Location, and PBR

In a significant move, TKO Group Holdings, owned by Ari Emanuel's Endeavor, is buying IMG, On Location, and Professional Bull Riders (PBR). This $3. 25 billion deal, expected to close in the first half of 2025, adds these major sports entities to TKO's portfolio. Endeavor will own about 59% of TKO a

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Oct 22 2024FINANCE

Bond Selloff: Then and Now

Remember Alan Greenspan? He steered the Federal Reserve during the 1995 rate cut, which led to a unique bond selloff. Recently, a similar event occurred when the Fed started cutting interest rates again. This time, two-year U. S. government bond yields rose by 34 basis points after the September rat

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