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Oct 12 2024WEATHER

Enjoy the Weekend Warmth, Cold Snap Coming Next Week!

If you're a fan of the recent pleasant weather, you're in for a treat this weekend. Temperatures will climb to near 90 degrees during the day, making light jackets unnecessary. By evening, things will cool down a bit, with temperatures in the upper 70s. Perfect for the LSU vs. Ole Miss game at 6:30

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Oct 11 2024SPORTS

Fantasy Football Week 6: Top Picks, Busts, and Sleepers

Get ready to set your fantasy football lineups for Week 6! Let's take a look at the players you should start, sit, and keep an eye on. Quarterbacks are a hot topic this week. Dak Prescott is a top pick against the Lions, who let Geno Smith throw for a career-high 395 yards in Week 4. Daniel Jones i

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Oct 10 2024ENVIRONMENT

Hurricane Milton's Winds Rip Apart Tampa Bay Rays' Stadium

In the early hours of Thursday, a powerful hurricane named Milton tore through the Tampa Bay area, leaving behind a trail of destruction that included the roof of Tropicana Field, home to the Tampa Bay Rays baseball team. The stadium's dome roof, designed to withstand winds up to 110 mph, couldn't h

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Oct 10 2024SPORTS

PFT's Picks: Week 6 NFL Showdowns

Last week was a bit of a struggle for PFT's Chris and Mike with their NFL predictions. Both experts had a rough time, ending up at 6-8 and 7-7. They're now looking for a comeback in the upcoming Week 6 games. One major matchup to watch is the 49ers versus the Seahawks. Both Chris and Mike think the

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Oct 10 2024HEALTH

Melinda French Gates Invests $250 Million in Global Women's Health

Melinda French Gates is setting aside an impressive $250 million to support women's health worldwide. This money will be distributed through an open call to nonprofit organizations. This step marks a new chapter in her individual philanthropy, following her departure from the Bill & Melinda Gates Fo

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Oct 09 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Crime Shows with a Twist: What to Watch After 'Bad Monkey'

It took a while for Carl Hiaasen's comedic crime novels to hit the small screen, but "Bad Monkey" on Apple TV Plus nails his unique blend of humor and crime. Vince Vaughn plays Andrew Yancy, a former Miami cop now in the Florida Keys, where he stumbles upon a severed arm and gets tangled in a myster

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Oct 09 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Timothée Chalamet Plays Bob Dylan: The Price of Fame

Imagine being Timothée Chalamet, stepping into the shoes of the legendary Bob Dylan in James Mangold's upcoming biopic, A Complete Unknown. The trailer gives us a sneak peek into the pressure and expectations that come with fame, especially in the 1960s music scene. Chalamet, as Dylan, expresses his

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Oct 08 2024SPORTS

Carlos Yulo: Investing in Philippine Sports Future

Carlos Yulo, a hero in the Philippines for bringing home two Olympic gold medals, is now planning to give back. The President of the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., praised his incredible feat, noting that it’s a first for the country. While Carlos is celebrated, he has bigger plans. He wants to

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Oct 07 2024SPORTS

Kenny Bednarek's Brave Voice: When Mental Health Matters More Than Medals

The Paris Olympics weren't just a race for Kenny Bednarek. They were a test of his mental strength, too. After winning the 200-meter silver medal, he stumbled in the men’s 4×100-meter relay. A tiny mistake cost Team USA dearly. And the internet wasn't kind. Kenny faced harsh words and criticism on s

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Why Are U. S. Weight Loss Drug Prices So High?

Lawmakers have been questioning Novo Nordisk, the company behind popular weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy. The Senate wants to know why these medications are priced so much higher in the U.S. compared to other countries. For example, Americans with diabetes pay $969 per month for Ozempic, while

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