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Women of Color Face More Online Abuse When Running for Congress

October 7, 2024

A recent study by the Center for Democracy and Technology and the University of Pittsburgh found that women of color running for Congress in 2024 have been disproportionately targeted with offensive and hateful speech on social media. The report analyzed over 800,000 tweets from May to August this y

finance

Gulf Banks Have More Cash: What's Next?

October 7, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, banks in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are sitting on more liquid cash than many of their global counterparts. This shift is largely due to the high interest rates in Europe and other regions, according to an executive from Qatar National Bank. Speaking

crime

Smash-and-Grab Crime in Novato: East Bay Man Caught

October 7, 2024

Early on a Saturday morning, a car rammed into the Specialty Tobacco Outlet in Novato, California. The action was part of a burglary, and an East Bay man was later arrested in connection with the crime. The incident took place around 3 a.m. at 925 Diablo Avenue. Police reviewed video footage an

entertainment

A Fan's Encounter: The Psychology Behind Celebrity Adoration

October 5, 2024

Jancee Dunn, a columnist for The New York Times, still regrets not staying the night at Stevie Nicks’ house after her interview with the rock star. This regret highlights the peculiar nature of celebrity-fan relationships, which psychologists describe as "parasocial." These are one-sided connections

finance

Ireland's Big Boost: How Apple's Tax Cash Will Transform the Country

October 4, 2024

Picture this: Ireland just scored a massive windfall from tech giant Apple - $14.4 billion! The money comes after a recent court ruling, and the government has big plans for it. They're not splashing cash around; instead, they want to tackle some real challenges. Housing, transport, energy, and wate

crime

Why Weather Matters: A Lesson from a Fatal Plane Crash

October 4, 2024

A recent plane crash near Springbank Airport claimed six lives. The cause? A mix of bad weather and the pilot's decision to keep flying despite low visibility. The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) found that the pilot didn't get a proper weather briefing from NAV Canada before taking off. Instead,

science

Reviving Dinosaurs: A Real-World Jurassic Park?

October 4, 2024

Imagine if dinosaurs roamed the Earth again. That's what Ben Lamm, co-founder of Colossal, is thinking about. He's teaming up with My Octopus Teacher director James Reed to make a documentary on de-extinction technology. But is it a good idea? In Yellowstone National Park, wolves were reintroduced

sports

The Birthday Note that Shows Dylan Raiola's True Heart

October 3, 2024

Meet Dylan Raiola, a high school quarterback from Nebraska who's known for his skills on the football field. But there’s another side to him that shines just as brightly—his love for family. This became clear when he wrote a heartfelt note to his little brother Dayton on his birthday. The note wasn’

science

Sun's Big Burp: Auroras Coming Our Way?

October 3, 2024

Hey, space fans! The sun has let out a huge burp that could lead to some stunning auroras. This massive blob of charged particles and magnetic fields, known as a coronal mass ejection (CME), was blasted into space by our star. It triggered an intense X-class flare, the strongest kind. When this sol

environment

North Carolina Floods: Surviving Helene

October 2, 2024

Western North Carolina was devastated by Hurricane Helene, with severe flooding and landslides causing extensive damage. Road closures have hindered emergency response efforts, while essential services like electricity, internet, and cellular networks remain down. The River Arts District in Ashevill