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The Real Story Behind Netflix's 'Woman of the Hour'

October 18, 2024

Netflix's new true-crime film "Woman of the Hour" tells a chilling story, but it barely scratches the surface of the real-life horror of serial killer Rodney Alcala. The movie, directed by Anna Kendrick, focuses on Cheryl Bradshaw, who appeared on "The Dating Game" in 1978. But the film doesn't show

politics

Should California Boost Wages with Proposition 32?

October 18, 2024

Proposition 32 is a proposal that aims to gradually raise California's minimum wage to $18 an hour within two years. This would make California the state with the highest minimum wage in the country. The current minimum wage levels were set through a deal struck by state lawmakers back in 2016. Vic

crypto

The Trump Crypto Project: A Family Affair with Big Rewards

October 18, 2024

Imagine the Trump family getting a massive 75% of the revenue from a new crypto coin project. It’s like they’ve hit the jackpot! The project, called World Liberty Financial, launched this week with a big promise. They plan to raise $300 million by selling tokens worth $1.5 billion. But here’s what’s

finance

Malaysia's Next Steps: Changing Fuel and Education Subsidies

October 18, 2024

Malaysia is planning some big changes to how it spends its money. The government has been giving out lots of subsidies, like helping with fuel, water, and even chicken prices. But this is costing them a lot, and they want to change that. So, next year, they'll start adjusting who gets these subsidie

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Kamala Harris's Changing Stance on Immigration: What's Driving This Shift?

October 18, 2024

As the potential Democratic candidate for the 2024 presidential election, Vice President Kamala Harris has adjusted her stance on immigration. Known for her past support of immigrant rights, her recent approach has been more cautious, focusing on border security to align with the current concerns of

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Workers' Wages: Why California Needs a Minimum Wage Boost

October 18, 2024

California is expensive, and making ends meet as a low-wage worker is tough. Victor Moreno, an advocate at The Street Level Health Project, has seen firsthand how hard it is. He's worked in the food industry for years and knows the struggles of his coworkers. They can't afford the basics with their

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Biden & German Leaders Team Up for Ukraine Support

October 18, 2024

On Friday, in Berlin, President Joe Biden sat down with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. The main topic on the agenda? Supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression. They also chatted about calming things down in the Middle East and standing against h

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Secret Trump-Putin Calls: Biden’s Team in the Dark, Adviser Alerts “Red Flags”

October 18, 2024

Imagine a playground where grown-ups are playing hide and seek with phones. That’s what it feels like with the reports about former President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. A top US official, Jake Sullivan, said the Biden administration is clueless about these calls. Sullivan adm

health

New Ways to Prevent HIV: Injectables vs. Pills

October 18, 2024

HIV prevention has come a long way. Safe sex practices, like using condoms and reducing partners, are still key. Surgical methods, like male circumcision, can also help. Treating infections is another preventive measure. But, people don't always use these methods. That's why scientists are exploring

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Safety Alert: Goodbye Meals, Hello Listeria Worries

October 18, 2024

You might want to think twice before digging into your favorite ready-to-eat meals. Major stores like Amazon, Costco, and Walmart have recalled over 300 meals due to a possible listeria outbreak. The culprit? An Oklahoma meat processing plant, BrucePac, which is recalling a whopping 12 million pound