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Jan 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Stephen King Proposes Oscars Cancellation Amid LA Fires

Author Stephen King has sparked a conversation about the future of the Oscars. With devastating fires sweeping through Los Angeles, he thinks this year's ceremony should be called off. King has chosen not to vote, believing the Academy should prioritize helping those affected. Some, like actress Ros

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Jan 17 2025CELEBRITIES

Taylor Swift and Friends Lend a Helping Hand to LA Fire Victims

Taylor Swift took to social media to express her thoughts on the devastating Los Angeles fires. She shared that she had donated to several relief organizations and encouraged her fans to do the same. The singer, who is 35, listed charities such as the California Community Foundation Fund, Greater Lo

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Gaza Ceasefire: A Small Step Towards a Big Change

After 15 months of war, a ceasefire has finally been agreed upon in Gaza. Families are reunited, and people celebrate, but this is just the start. The region has been devastated, with thousands killed and millions displaced. The ceasefire, brokered by Qatar, Egypt, and the U. S. , has three phases:

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Is the Gaza Ceasefire Too Late?

After 15 months of deadly conflict, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas was finally reached. This agreement comes too little, too late for the people of Gaza who have suffered tremendous loss. President Biden's hands-off approach is criticized for not using America's influence to end the conflict e

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

A Glimmer of Hope: Bringing Hostages Home

For 468 long days, families of hostages have been living in darkness. But now, a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas promises a sliver of light. The deal, starting Jan. 19 for 42 days, could free 33 of the 98 hostages. The agonizing wait for the remaining families continues. Each day they ask

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Jan 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Stephen King's Oscars Cancellation Plea: A Controversial Call

Stephen King sparked debate by suggesting the Oscars should be canceled due to the Los Angeles wildfires. On the social platform Bluesky, he wrote, “Not voting in the Oscars this year. I think they should cancel them. No glitz while LA is on fire. ” The Academy, however, has no plans to cancel the M

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Flags Up for Trump's Big Day

In a surprise move, California's Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom has decided to raise the flags at the state Capitol to full height for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. This came after Trump complained about flags being lowered to honor former President Jimmy Carter. Newsom, known for h

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Jan 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cleaning Up After the Fire: A Massive Task Ahead

Imagine your town has just faced one of the worst fires in recent history. Homes, businesses, and cars are reduced to ash. The cleanup is going to be a huge job. More than 12, 000 structures were destroyed in the blazes that swept through Los Angeles. And that's just the beginning. The EPA and Cali

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Jan 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

Housing Crisis in California: A Tough Lesson from Recent Fires

California's housing market was already in a tight spot before the recent wildfires. Now, with tens of thousands of families evacuated and struggling to find rental homes, the situation is even tougher. The rental market in Los Angeles and other affected areas was already stretched thin, with vacanc

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Jan 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

Smoke Killers: The Hidden Toll of L. A. Wildfires

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have claimed 24 lives so far, with 16 individuals losing their lives in the Eaton Fire alone. But the true cost of these fires may be much higher in the coming years, thanks to the deadly smoke they've produced. Experts warn that the health impacts of breathing in

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