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California high school student Jordan Brace strongly criticized her state’s education system in a recent op-ed, calling it a “failure” due to its focus on progressive initiatives instead of providing students with proper education. According to U.S. News and World Report rankings, California ranks 38th overall for Pre-K through 12th grade education, placing below…
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The US economy is still strong, but growth is slowing down as shown by the latest GDP reading. Real GDP increased at an annual rate of 1.6% in Q1 after growing by 3.4% in Q4 of 2022 according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis’ advance estimate released today (Thursday). Analysts expected slower growth this…
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Currently, as of April 26th, 2024, the interest rate for a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage stands at 6.625%, representing an increase by 0.125 percentage points from yesterday’s figure. Similarly, the interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate loan has also increased marginally by 0.125 percentage points to reach 7.625%. These rates are subjected to change daily…
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Rewritten article: Kelly Osbourne has shared an alarming incident from her childhood that nearly took her life. During the latest episode of “The Osbournes” podcast, the TV personality recounted how her brother Jack accidentally shot her with a pellet gun when they were younger. She explained, “You shot me!” to which Jack replied, “I…
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Climate change has already proven to be financially expensive, according to a recent report from the U.S. Department of Treasury which found that weather and climate disasters in the country cost over $617 billion between 2018-2022 – a record figure. The rising temperatures are expected to cause further financial pain for Americans as extreme…
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The reigning Super Bowl champions just became even more formidable with a significant draft move less than three months after securing their second consecutive title. The Kansas City Chiefs addressed a pressing need by trading up during Thursday’s opening round of the NFL Draft to bring on Texas wide receiver Xavier Worthy, who boasts…
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The Atlanta Falcons left everyone baffled after drafting former Washington QB Kirk Cousins, whom they signed to a large contract shortly before picking Michael Penix Jr in the first round. The team’s officials appeared incredibly uncomfortable when asked about contacting Cousins following their surprising decision. General Manager Terry Fontenot stumbled over his words as…
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Actor Luke Grimes has provided some insight into the ongoing controversy surrounding “Yellowstone.” While production for season five is set to commence soon, fans are unsure whether Kevin Costner will return as John Dutton due to reported issues between him and creator Taylor Sheridan. In an interview with The Independent, Grimes suggested that while…
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In a surprising move during the 2024 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons selected quarterback Michael Penix Jr., eighth overall, just weeks after signing Kirk Cousins to an expensive contract worth $180 million earlier in free agency. This selection caught even Falcons’ tight end Kyle Pitts off guard as he learned of it during a…
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The NFL draft is creating tension among players this time of year due to uncertain situations within franchises that feel more like games of Russian roulette for established professionals watching from the sidelines. Thursday’s first round, which saw a record-breaking six quarterbacks selected in quick succession and no defensive player picked until pick 15…