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Meteorologists say they're facing pushback like never before, despite highly accurate forecasts

October 17, 2024

Forecasts for hurricanes Helene and Milton were highly accurate. But meteorologists say they have faced unprecedented skepticism and vitriol despite the strong information they put out.source

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An AI-powered bot army on X spread pro-Trump and pro-GOP propaganda, research shows

October 17, 2024

The bot network supported Republican candidates in states like Ohio and Pennsylvania and boosted North Carolina’s Republican-led voter identification law.source

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Clemency bid rejected for Texas man set to be first U.S. execution for 'shaken baby' death

October 17, 2024

A Texas board rejected recommending clemency for a condemned man who would be the first in the nation to be executed for a case of “shaken baby syndrome.”source

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GOP donors pour hundreds of millions into pro-Trump super PACs before Election Day

October 17, 2024

Republican megadonors are opening up their checkbooks to help Donald Trump and other Republicans as Kamala Harris’ fundraising breaks records.source

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Serena Williams reveals she had grapefruit-size cyst removed from her neck

October 17, 2024

Tennis great Serena Williams said she had a grapefruit-sized cyst removed from her neck and she’s on her recovery journey.source

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Jerry Seinfeld said he regrets comments blaming 'extreme left' for ruining comedy

October 17, 2024

Jerry Seinfeld walked back his remarks about the “extreme left” killing comedy in an interview with the “Breaking Bread with Tom Papa” podcast on Tuesday.source

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FTC moves to take the frustration out of canceling subscriptions for consumers

October 17, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission is announcing a finalized rule to make it easier for people to cancel subscriptions and memberships they just don’t want anymore.source

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Nebraska Supreme Court rules convicted felons who completed their sentences can vote

October 17, 2024

The Nebraska Supreme Court ruled that convicted felons who served their sentences are allowed to vote in the Nov. 5 election.source

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This is how a Russian disinformation campaign starts

October 17, 2024

Storm-1516, a Russian disinformation group, aims to influence the U.S. election through viral videos that rely on fake whistleblowers and fabricated photos and documents.source