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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

Merck’s Q3 2024 Report: Mixed Results with Keytruda Shining and Gardasil Struggling

Merck, a leading pharmaceutical company, shared its financial results for the third quarter of 2024, surprising some investors with better-than-expected earnings and revenue. The star of the show was Keytruda, their top-selling cancer drug, which continued to bring in strong sales. Newly launched tr

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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

Space Tourist Coming to Bucks, TGI Fridays Bids Farewell

So, who's up for a night of space tales and fine wine? Viticulturist Greg Olsen, a man who knows a thing or two about both, will be the star guest at Frost Lounge in Doylestown this November. He's the third person to have ever paid for a trip to space, and he'll be sharing his out-of-this-world expe

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Nov 01 2024CRIME

Young Thug's Sentence: Probation and a Warning

In a surprising turn of events, rapper Young Thug was let out of jail last Thursday night. Earlier that day, he changed his plea to guilty in a long-running trial in Georgia. This trial has been going on for almost two years, making it the longest criminal case in the state. Young Thug, whose real n

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Vote Battle: $1 Million Spent on Dallas Reform Proposals

Two political groups have raised over a million bucks to influence Dallas voters. Together for Dallas and Dallas United for Progress are fighting against three city reforms suggested by local hero, Dallas Hero. These reforms aim to improve public safety and keep the city officials accountable. Both

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Nov 01 2024EDUCATION

Kids and Politics: When Do They Start Learning?

Believe it or not, even kids as young as 5 have some idea about presidents and elections! A study showed that many kids between 5 and 11 could name the presidential candidates back in 2016. This might come as a surprise, but kids are like little sponges, soaking up info from adults, friends, and eve

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Nov 01 2024HEALTH

Meet Lex the Pink T-Rex: A Dad's Art Project Becomes a Breast Cancer Awareness Symbol

In the heart of South Carolina, a dad's creative response to his son's dinosaur request has turned into a powerful symbol for breast cancer awareness. Chris Price, a local artist and handyman, started this journey in 2022 when his son Fowler asked for a dinosaur sculpture. The result was Lex, a 20-f

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Nov 01 2024CELEBRITIES

Supermodel Gisele Bündchen is Expecting a Baby with New Partner

Supermodel Gisele Bündchen, who is 44 years old, is reportedly pregnant with her third child. This time, it's not with her ex-husband, Tom Brady, but with her new boyfriend, Joaquim Valente, a 35-year-old Jiu Jitsu instructor. The news was first shared by People magazine and later confirmed by TMZ,

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Nov 01 2024CRIME

A New Suspect Pleads Not Guilty in 2017 Murder

In a recent turn of events, a third suspect has been arrested and charged with murder in connection to the 2017 killing of a prominent hairdresser in Woodland Hills. The man, Chris Austin, now faces a new charge of conspiracy. This follows the initial arrests of the victim's wife, Monica Sementilli,

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Sparking a Drone Dilemma: China's Sanctions on Skydio

US-based drone maker Skydio has found itself in a tricky situation. Last month, China decided to sanction the company. Why? Because Skydio sold its drones to Taiwan’s national fire service. This news came from Skydio’s CEO, Adam Bry, in a blog post. Before the sanctions, Skydio mostly got its batte

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Boeing's Spacecraft Mishap: A Lesson in Safety and Trust

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft had a rough start, with issues like engine malfunctions and leaks causing NASA to send astronauts home on SpaceX's Crew Dragon. This isn't new for Boeing, which has faced trouble with its 737 Max planes too. Back in 2014, NASA gave Boeing and SpaceX contracts to make sp

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