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Oct 08 2024HEALTH

Do Antidepressant Warnings Help or Hurt Kids?

For years, the FDA has warned that antidepressants might lead to suicidal thoughts in youth. But new research shows these warnings might have backfired. They could have caused fewer doctor visits for depression and more suicide attempts. This is a big deal because depression is a top cause of suicid

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Oct 07 2024SPORTS

Patriots Star Jabrill Peppers: Arrested and Accused

Early Saturday morning, New England Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers was arrested by Braintree police. They responded to a disturbance call at a residential address, where a caller reported an altercation between Peppers and another person. After an investigation, the 29-year-old player was charged w

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Oct 07 2024CELEBRITIES

Sad Celebrity Losses in 2024 That Hit ‘80s Kids Hard

The year 2024 has been tough for those who grew up in the '80s, with a long list of beloved celebrities passing away. While not all were iconic, many were legends in film, TV, and broadcasting, even influencing Generation Y in the '90s. One of Alf's closest friends, Doogie's dad, and Dylan's on-and

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The ‘80s Icons We Lost in 2024: A Generation’s Sorrow

For kids who grew up in the ‘80s, 2024 was a tough year. It felt like we lost a part of our childhood as one celebrity after another passed away. Some might call them legends or icons, and they certainly made a big impact on film, TV, and broadcasting. One death that hit hard was someone from the T

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Assange's Freedom Flight: A Bitcoin-Funded Journey Home

Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks co-founder, is a free man after five years in London's Belmarsh Prison. His journey home to Australia was made possible by a generous donation of Bitcoin worth nearly half a million dollars. This massive gift helped cover his private flight, which the Australian governm

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Stocks Surge After Attempt on Trump's Life

Cryptocurrency and gun manufacturers saw a boost in their stocks after an attempt on former President Donald Trump's life. Trump was not seriously hurt, but the incident had a notable impact on the market. Crypto stocks like Coinbase and Riot Platforms rose between 5% and 8.5%. The stock of Trump's

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

Justice Dives into Tulsa's Historic Tragedy

A century after a terrible event, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has begun looking into the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. This tragedy happened in the vibrant Black community of Greenwood, Tulsa, Oklahoma. White mobs attacked the area, destroying numerous Black-owned businesses, churches, homes, a

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Justice Department to Investigate 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre

After over a century, the U.S. Department of Justice has decided to launch its first federal probe into the devastating 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. This tragic event wiped out a thriving Black community in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a grim legacy of loss and destruction. Assistant Attorney Genera

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Kenya's Capital Under Siege: Protesters Storm Parliament

On Tuesday, Kenya's parliament faced an unprecedented attack as thousands of protesters opposed to a new finance bill stormed the building. Lawmakers voted for the bill, which aimed to introduce new taxes amidst rising living costs, and quickly fled through a tunnel. Meanwhile, protesters set parts

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Oct 06 2024CRIME

Who Is Hansel Esparragoza and Why Is He in Trouble?

Hansel Esparragoza, a 37-year-old man from Staten Island, is facing some serious charges. On September 13, he allegedly punched an elderly woman on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. This isn't his first time in trouble with the law. In fact, he has 21 prior arrests and was out on bail for two other

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