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PHOENIX – Jackson Bickler is a passionate soccer player who currently serves as the center for Corona Del Sol High School’s team. However, last year during practice, he began experiencing discomfort in his groin area that initially led him to believe it was just a pulled muscle. Despite resting on the sidelines for two…
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Nearly 200 passengers aboard U.S.-based cruise ships experienced diarrhea and vomiting as a result of norovirus outbreaks in April, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess ship reported an infection rate among its 2,532 passengers at almost 4% during the current voyage that began…
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A young man in his twenties met a tragic end after being fatally shot in Queens early Monday morning. The incident occurred on Rockaway Boulevard and 117th Street, located in the neighborhood of South Ozone Park around 1:05 am. Emergency services arrived at the scene shortly thereafter to transport the victim to Jamaica Hospital…
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Rising costs have prompted retired nurse Joyce Fleming to return to work, joining a growing number of seniors who plan to seek employment this year due in part to dissatisfaction with the modest cost-of-living bump they’re receiving from Social Security. While many Americans will receive two payments this month instead of their typical single…
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The Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington D.C., bid farewell to its beloved giant pandas several months ago and now, “panda diplomacy” is set for a comeback as a new pair will be headed to California. The two chosen Pandas are Yun Chuan and Xin Bao who were recently met by officials from the San…
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As highlighted by bookmakers and bettors after the NFL Draft last week, the odds market offers rare chances for gamblers against sportsbooks during this unique event due to unpredictable outcomes. The consensus prior to Round 1 on Thursday night was that four quarterbacks would be selected in quick succession within the first five picks…
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Costco’s expansion across the United States has been significant with over 600 warehouses, but three states still do not have a location of the membership-only chain – Rhode Island, West Virginia and Wyoming. Until recently, Maine was also on this list, however, a store opened near Portland in November, providing residents access to Costco’s…
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Columbia University’s President Nemat “Minouche” Shafik has announced that negotiations to dismantle an ongoing protest against Israel have not been successful. The demonstration, which began on campus two weeks ago and is calling for financial divestment from Israeli companies as well as a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, has continued despite the university’s requests for…
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Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) appeared on “Sunday Night in America with Trey Gowdy” to denounce colleges for tolerating anti-Semitic protests under the guise of the Israel-Palestine conflict. This criticism follows a nationwide trend of student demonstrations, known as “Gaza Solidarity,” calling upon universities to either cut ties or end support for Israel at elite…
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The 2024 NBA postseason has come to a close, with the first round well underway. Here’s an exhaustive rundown of this year’s playoff bracket and every matchup: (1) Boston Celtics vs. (8) Miami Heat – The Celts hold a 2-1 lead in their series against the Heat. (2) New York Knicks vs. (7) Philadelphia…