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7-Eleven Trims 400 Stores: What’s Behind the Closures?

October 13, 2024

More than 400 7-Eleven stores across North America are closing their doors. The convenience store chain's parent company, Seven & I Holdings, announced this decision in a recent earnings report. The closures are due to several factors, including slow sales, decreased foot traffic, and the impact of

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Padres Lose Game 5, Season Ends Quietly

October 12, 2024

The Padres' season came to a close with a 2-0 loss to the Dodgers in Game 5 of the NL Division Series. The team struggled to score, going 24 consecutive innings without a run. Despite leading the series 2-1, they couldn't pull through in the final two games. The Dodgers' pitching was stellar, with r

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Dodgers Shut Out Padres, Reach NLCS for First Time Since 2021

October 12, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers secured their spot in the National League Championship Series (NLCS) for the first time since 2021 by defeating the San Diego Padres 2-0. Despite facing numerous injuries, the Dodgers managed to overcome a series of challenges to advance. Japanese rookie pitcher Yoshinobu Yam

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Chicago Marathon 2024: Weather, Food, and Road Closures You Need to Know

October 12, 2024

The 46th Bank of America Chicago Marathon is just around the corner, taking place this Sunday, October 13th. This year, the event is special for two reasons. First, runners will honor Kenya's Kelvin Kiptum, who tragically died earlier this year. Second, Brendan O’Brien will be running to raise aware

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Boeing's Big Job Cuts: What's Going On?

October 12, 2024

You might have heard that Boeing is cutting 17,000 jobs. That's about 10% of their workforce. Why are they doing this? Well, they're losing a lot of money, and a five-week-long strike at their factories isn't helping. Boeing says they'll lose $9.97 per share in the third quarter alone. That's a lot

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Boeing's Job Cuts and 777X Delay: A Close Look

October 12, 2024

Boeing, a major airplane manufacturer, is planning to cut around 17,000 jobs. That's about 10% of their workforce. It's a tough move, but the company is facing big losses. One of the reasons is a strike by their largest union. Thousands of workers walked off the job, which halted production of some

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The High Cost of Slimming Down: What's Happening with Weight-Loss Drugs?

October 11, 2024

You might know about Ozempic and Wegovy, two drugs that help people feel full and eat less. With obesity rates high, a lot of Americans want these treatments. But here’s the tricky part: even though many have employer-sponsored health insurance, getting coverage for these expensive medicines is toug

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Hip-Hop Mogul Pushes for Spring Trial in Sex Trafficking Case

October 10, 2024

Popular music producer Sean "Diddy" Combs will be in court on Thursday to discuss a possible trial date for his sex trafficking and racketeering case. His legal team wants the trial to begin in April or May of next year. The case involves a lot of electronic evidence, which the government is slowly

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Las Vegas Shifts to Luxury: What Happened to Tropicana?

October 10, 2024

The Tropicana casino, a legendary spot on the Strip, has been demolished. This isn't just about removing an old building, but a sign of Las Vegas's shift towards high-end experiences. Once a favorite among middle-class visitors, its ties to organized crime and a changing market led to its eventual c

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Weight Loss Drugs: Not Covered by Most Large Companies

October 10, 2024

Looking into how many large companies cover weight loss drugs, a recent Health Affairs survey reveals a surprising truth. Less than one in five of these big firms include popular, pricey drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound in their health plans. This leaves millions of workers without access to these med