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Derecho moves southeast after storms leave more than 1 million without power overnight
A line of severe storms that ripped through the Midwest, leaving almost 1 million customers without power in Iowa and Illinois alone, dissipated Tuesday as it headed toward the Southeast.
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The stock market is this close to setting another record -- the shortest bear market in history
The S&P 500 could finish Tuesday at a new record high -- its first since the pandemic hit and exceeding its all-time high from February. That would mean it took Wall Street less than five months to go from nadir to new record, and the 2020 bear market would be the shortest in history.
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Hertz sold $29 million in stock despite SEC questions
Hertz did raise millions of dollars through stock sales after its bankruptcy filing, after all.
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Noah Centineo shares photos of himself bulking up to play He-Man in 'Masters of the Universe' remake
Noah Centineo is hitting the gym to prep for his next role. The actor is gearing (and bulking) up to play He-Man in the "Masters of the Universe" remake.
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Man's car damaged in police chase; now he awaits answers and seeks repayment
A Metro East man is searching for answers from the Dupo Police Department after his car was damaged in a police pursuit.
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Appeals court rehearing request to dismiss Michael Flynn's case
A federal appeals court on Tuesday is considering whether former national security adviser Michael Flynn should have his case dismissed immediately because he shouldn't have been interviewed by the FBI in the early days of the Trump administration and thus should never have pleaded guilty to lying, according to the Justice Department's reasoning.
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What the college football mess reveals about Trump's leadership
More pillars are fast crumbling in President Donald Trump's frantic and lie-strewn attempt to convince Americans the nation is back to normal before the election, with chaos already afflicting the return to school and a rite of fall -- college football -- on the brink.
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Tree crashes into 3-year-old's bedroom during Illinois storms
Trees came crashing down on cars, backyards, and houses during a severe weather storm Monday afternoon. But one Moline family says they are happy they are all safe after a tree broke off and crushed their roof.
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Google Maps is back on the Apple Watch
Google Maps will soon return to the Apple Watch after suddenly disappearing three years ago.
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Florida's Covid-19 cases in children have increased 137% in past month
Florida's number of official Covid-19 cases in children has more than doubled over the past month, data from the state showed Tuesday.
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A health care worker directs a person to use a nasal swab for a self administered test at the new federally funded COVID-19 testing site …
Published on August 11, 2020
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Democrats' convention speaker list includes Obamas, Clintons and Bidens
The Democratic National Convention Committee on Tuesday announced its speaker line-up for next week's convention, unveiling a list that includes both Barack and Michelle Obama, Jill Biden and a host of women Joe Biden has considered as his running mate.
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Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden celebrates with his supporters after declaring victory at an election-night rally at the University of South Carolina …
Published on August 11, 2020
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Disney just ended the 20th Century Fox brand, one of the most storied names in entertainment
20th Century Fox, one of the most-recognized names in entertainment history, is officially no more.
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Governor Abbott Extends State Disaster Declaration For COVID-19
Governor Greg Abbott today extended his Disaster Declaration for all Texas counties in response to COVID-19. Originally issued on March 13th, the Disaster Declaration provides the state a variety of resources to effectively serve Texans as the Lone Star State continues to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
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Black Lives Matter Ride-in forJustice to Be Held in Dallas
r. Frederick Haynes Calls for a National Call-to-Action Following Intimidation Attacks on the Black Church
This Sunday, August 9, 2020 there will be a Black Lives Matter “Ride-In for a New Dallas.” Starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy (3030 Stag Road, Dallas, Texas 75241), the caravan will drive through Oak Cliff and end at Friendship-West Baptist Church (2020 W. Wheatland Road, Dallas, TX 75232). The event is open to public supporters and those who plan to participate in the caravan are asked to register via Eventbrite. Others who wish to support are encouraged to meet in the church parking lot at 9:45 a.m.
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How to Build a Diverse Team of Experts So Your Business Can Thrive
Source Digital, a leader in providing innovative video advertising, offers advice on building a diverse team
According to a report by McKinsey & Company, companies that commit themselves to diverse leadership are more successful. When you have a team made up of people from various backgrounds and experiences, you will get a mix of results that can benefit your company. There are numerous benefits of having a diverse team, but not everyone knows how to build a team of experts.
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Senate Democrats seek answers on US citizenship policy affecting children of same-sex couples born abroad
Senate Democrats are seeking answers from the State Department after a number of cases in which the children of same-sex US parents born abroad did not have their birthright citizenship recognized.
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How Donald Trump has already handed Joe Biden a debate win
President Donald Trump has made his view of Joe Biden's mental state and capacity very, very clear.
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British TV presenter Caroline Flack took her own life after hearing she was definitely going to be prosecuted for allegedly assaulting her boyfriend and feared …
Published on August 10, 2020
