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California Votes to Toughen Crime Laws

November 6, 2024

In a landslide vote, California residents have given their stamp of approval to Proposition 36, a measure designed to crack down on repeat theft and fentanyl dealing. Early polls had shown overwhelming support, and when the final votes were tallied, around 70% of voters were in favor. The propositio

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Philadelphia DA Slams Musk's Voter Lottery as Illegal

November 6, 2024

A Philadelphia judge recently refused to stop a $1 million daily giveaway by Elon Musk's political action committee (PAC) to voters in Pennsylvania and other key states. The giveaway, which has already awarded $17 million, is set to end on Election Day. However, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry

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Election Day: Why Results Might Take Time

November 6, 2024

Today is Election Day in the United States. Millions of voters are expected to cast their ballots, adding to the over 77 million who already voted early. While election officials are working hard to ensure a smooth process, delays in results are possible. Long lines, power outages, or issues with vo

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Voting Day: What to Expect and Why It Matters

November 6, 2024

Today, Americans are casting their votes to decide the next leaders. While there might be some bumps in the road like long lines or weather issues, experts say these are normal and won’t affect the election’s security. In fact, most voters find it easy to vote. Yet, some people still worry about fra

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Cubans Bracing for Another Tropical Storm, Rafael

November 6, 2024

Caribbean Sea is facing more trouble as Tropical Storm Rafael gets stronger. Forecasters are worried it might become a hurricane on Wednesday, bringing high winds and rainfall. Florida Keys could be hit first, but don't worry, it's predicted to weaken before reaching the US Gulf Coast. This storm co

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Russia's Hand in Georgia's Voting Disruptions: A Closer Look

November 6, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Georgia's Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, revealed that recent bomb threats targeting Atlanta-area polling stations came from Russia. These threats, although deemed non-credible, briefly interrupted voting at two locations in Union City. The Etris Community Ce

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What Might Trump Do If He Loses Again?

November 6, 2024

Former President Donald Trump has been dropping hints about what he might do if he loses the election this year. He's been planting seeds of doubt about the voting process, just like he did in 2020. This time, he seems to be preparing a legal plan to challenge the results. He's even got a team of vo

entertainment

How Borderlands Blended Genres and Changed the Gaming Landscape

November 6, 2024

When Borderlands first hit the scene 15 years ago, it was a game that blended different worlds. Created by Gearbox Software, a team with roots in major game studios like 3D Realms and Bethesda Softworks, Borderlands wasn't just another shooter. It introduced elements from RPGs, like skill trees and

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Warm Weather Could Spur Low Voter Turnout in Michigan and Wisconsin

November 6, 2024

Across the midsection of the United States, a cold front is slowly moving eastward. Interestingly, this front is expected to bring rain on Election Day to two crucial swing states: Michigan and Wisconsin. By evening, the rain is set to move southeast into the Ohio and Tennessee River valleys. In Wi

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The Anime Where Trump Tries to Buy a Magical Book

November 6, 2024

Ever heard of Death Note? It's a popular anime about a supernatural book that lets you kill people just by writing their names. In 2020, the series had a one-shot story where the main character didn't want the book. Instead, he sold it to the highest bidder on Twitter. Guess who that bidder was? Non