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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

What's Next for Netflix Prices? Execs Talk Strategy

Netflix execs have been busy discussing something that’s on everyone’s minds—price hikes! Co-CEO Greg Peters shared some insights during their latest earnings call. He said their pricing strategy has stayed steady over the years. They aim to provide more value to members every quarter. Only then do

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Big Companies' Finance Chiefs Chat About AI's Impact

At a recent summit, four major companies' finance chiefs discussed the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on their businesses. Elena Gomez, the CFO at Toast, a cloud-based restaurant management software company, shared her thoughts on how AI could change their workforce. She mentioned that busin

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Tim Walz's New Campaign Approach: More Aggressive, Less Formal

Campaigning isn't always about being buttoned-up and formal. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is learning this firsthand as he hits the campaign trail again, this time with a more casual and aggressive approach. Instead of the usual blue sport coat and white collared shirt, Walz has been seen in khakis a

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Tiger Woods' Logo in Hot Water: A Cool Tech Company Fights Back

Ever heard of Tigeraire? They're a cool-air tech company from Louisiana that's making waves in the sports world. It's not just about their personal cooling devices; they're also in a heated battle over a logo. Tigeraire says Tiger Woods and his golf apparel company, Sun Day Red, are using a logo tha

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

Whooping Cough on the Rise: What You Need to Know

You might remember whooping cough as that nasty cold that turns into a long cough. Well, it's back and it's making a lot of kids sick. In fact, this year has seen the most cases in a decade. Why is this happening? Experts say it's because we're going back to normal after COVID-19 kept many illnesses

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Oct 18 2024CELEBRITIES

Dealing with Grief After a Celebrity's Death: A Look at Liam Payne's Impact

The sudden death of former One Direction member Liam Payne has shocked fans worldwide. At 31, he passed away after a fall from a hotel in Buenos Aires, leaving behind a young son and many fans who have been with him since his teenage years. Fans might never meet these celebrities, but the grief felt

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Crime Wave Forces Pharmacy Closures on Upper East Side

The Upper East Side is losing more pharmacies due to rising crime rates. Next month, another Duane Reade will close, adding to the already six big-box pharmacies that have shut down in the last year. Residents are worried about longer lines and travel times to get their prescriptions. Andrew Fine, c

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Oct 17 2024POLITICS

The Truth Twister: Trump’s Claims About Haitian Migrants in Ohio

Former President Donald Trump stood firm on false claims about Haitian migrants in Ohio eating pets during a Univision town hall. He insisted he was merely repeating what he'd read in newspapers, dodging questions about evidence. Critics point out this misinformation has been dismissed by state and

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Oct 17 2024BUSINESS

Meta Firings: When $25 Credits Go to Wine Glasses

Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, recently gave the boot to over 20 employees in Los Angeles. Why? They were caught red-handed using food credits meant for meals to buy stuff like toothpaste and wine glasses. These credits were supposed to be used for food delivery services like Uber

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Oct 17 2024CRIME

Crime Stats Revised: Violent Crime on the Rise

Recently, the FBI quietly updated their crime statistics for 2022, revealing a surprising increase in violent crime across the United States. Instead of a previously reported 2.1% drop, the new data shows a 4.5% rise in violent crimes like murders, rapes, robberies, and aggravated assaults. This cha

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