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6Oct

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No Monday winners: Powerball jackpot soars to $1.2 billion

Image Source After Monday's drawing, where the winning numbers were 12, 26, 27, 43, 47, and a Powerball of 5, no one secured all six numbers, leading to a staggering $1.2 billion estimated Powerball jackpot increase. While the jackpot remained unclaimed, two lucky tickets in Delaware and Michigan managed to match the first five numbers, securing a $1 million prize each. Additionally, two more tickets in New York and South Carolina matched the initial five numbers and were accompanied by the Power Play bonus, doubling their winnings to $2 million each. Wednesday's Powerball jackpot is the third-largest in history, surpassing the $1.08 billion prize from July 2023 and trailing only the $1.586 billion shared by three winners in 2016. In November 2022, the largest prize in Powerbal...

6Oct

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House’s 234-Year Record Broken as Speaker McCarthy Voted Out

Image source:https://uproxx.com/wp-cont In an unprecedented move in the House's 234-year history, Speaker Kevin McCarthy was ousted following a 216-210 vote, triggered by dissatisfaction from both far-right Republicans and Democrats. This upheaval indicates deep divisions within the Republican Party as the 2024 presidential race looms, with Donald Trump, under numerous criminal charges, possibly leading. The 58-year-old McCarthy, previously a businessman, faced criticism from conservatives for backing a bipartisan funding agreement to prevent a government shutdown. Florida's Matt Gaetz led the charge against McCarthy, citing his unreliability. Democrats also expressed mistrust, especially after McCarthy reneged on a financial deal with President Biden. Prominent Democrati...

“Yeah Yeah Laugh it Up” -Jimmy Butler With his “Emo” Hair Look

3Oct

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“Yeah Yeah Laugh it Up” -Jimmy Butler With his “Emo” Hair Look

Image source:https://cdn.abcotvs.com/dip/images/13855440_100223- Jimmy Butler truly owns NBA Media Day like no other. The event, signaling the informal beginning of the basketball season, commenced on October 2. Players from various teams reconnected after their summer break. While many players took the time to discuss the upcoming 2023-2024 season, shoot light-hearted videos, and pose for team pictures, Butler chose this occasion to showcase his remarkable hair makeover. Miami Heat's 34-year-old star player, Jimmy Butler, is known for using NBA Media Day to show off his ever-changing hairstyles. Last season, he grabbed attention with his long dreadlocks, photos of which became viral sensations on social platforms and were often used for game promotions on TV. This yea...

Geno Smith’s Remarkable Return Leads Seahawks to Victory Over Giants

3Oct

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Geno Smith’s Remarkable Return Leads Seahawks to Victory Over Giants

Image Source:- https://www.fieldgulls.com/2023/10/2/23899081/nfl-week-4-monday-night-football-seahawks-vs-giants-live-game-updates-highlights-final-score-summary Geno Smith, the Seahawks' quarterback, re-entered the game during the second half of Monday night's 24-3 victory against the Giants, following a knee injury that had sidelined him for three possessions. Smith suffered the injury during the second quarter when he caught his own batted pass and attempted to evade the pocket around the edge. Linebacker Isaiah Simmons tackled Smith, resulting in an awkward twist of the quarterback's legs underneath him. Facing a third-and-13 situation, Smith initially headed towards the sidelines but then re-entered the field, engaging in a heated exchange with Giants defensive back Xavier Mc...

Health update: Country singer Toby Keith share his progress against cancer battle

3Oct

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Health update: Country singer Toby Keith share his progress against cancer battle

https://people.com/toby-keith-receives-2023-peoples-choice-country-awards-music-icon-7975257 Country icon Toby Keith at people’s choice award shares ups and downs of his cancer journey. Country music star Toby Keith, honored with the Country Icon Award at the People's Choice Country Awards on September 28, has provided an update on his battle with stomach cancer, a diagnosis he received in 2021. Keith, who had previously mentioned in June that his tumor had significantly reduced in size, shared, "I am feeling pretty good." He further said, "It's a little roller coaster. You get good days and, you know, you're up and down, up and gown. It's always zero to 60 and 60 to zero, but I feel good today." At 62, Keith had even more reason to celebrate as Keith shared," It's nice to recogn...

3Oct

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Harry Potter’s Albus Dumbledore Actor, Sir Michael Gambon, Passes Away at 82

Image source:https://www.ghpage.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Albus-Dumbledore-696x428.png The world mourns the loss of the illustrious actor Sir Michael Gambon, best known for his portrayal of Albus Dumbledore in the beloved Harry Potter film series. At the age of 82, Gambon peacefully passed away in a hospital, surrounded by his wife Anne and son Fergus, after battling pneumonia. After the passing of actor Richard Harris, Gambon bravely assumed the role of Albus Dumbledore, adding his unique perspective to the character. He notably chose not to read J.K. Rowling's original books, preferring to immerse himself in the screenwriter's interpretation. Born in 1940 in Ireland, Gambon's journey in the world of acting commenced on the theater stage. His prodigious talent quickly captur...

I Feel Dumber When I Hear You: Nikki Haley Takes Center Stage in GOP Debate, Criticizes Vivek Ramaswamy

3Oct

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I Feel Dumber When I Hear You: Nikki Haley Takes Center Stage in GOP Debate, Criticizes Vivek Ramaswamy

In the second 2024 debate of the Republican primary, Nikki Haley criticized Vivek Ramaswamy. On Wednesday, during the second 2024 Republican presidential primary debate, former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley took the spotlight by criticizing entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy. One of the main reasons for contention was Ramaswamy's decision to be the first Republican candidate to join the Chinese-owned short video app TikTok. While Ramaswamy saw it as a strategy to connect with younger voters, Haley strongly disagreed and found it "infuriating." How did the conversation go? "You joined TikTok after dinner with boxer and influencer Jake Paul. Should the commander in chief be so easily persuaded by an influencer?" asked Moderator Stuart Varney to Vivek. In response, Ramaswamy expl...

NBA’s New Super Duo: Lillard Joins Giannis in Milwaukee

3Oct

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NBA’s New Super Duo: Lillard Joins Giannis in Milwaukee

Image source:https://clutchpoints.com/nba-odds-bucks-surpass-celtics In a major NBA trade, seven-time All-NBA selection Damian Lillard is set to team up with Giannis Antetokounmpo at the Milwaukee Bucks for the upcoming season. This pivotal three-team deal involved Jrue Holiday and Deandre Ayton moving to the Portland Trail Blazers, while Jusuf Nurkic, Keyon Johnson, and Grayson Allen headed to the Phoenix Suns. Lillard's move to the Bucks comes after months of his request to be traded from the Portland Trail Blazers. Lillard expressed his anticipation for this new chapter in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating that while casual fans may not be addressed, he intends to speak honestly to the Blazers' fans and the city of Portland that he loves. The star guard had engaged in ...

John Wick’s Quiet Love: Grant Talks Reeves

27Sep

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John Wick’s Quiet Love: Grant Talks Reeves

Image Source-https://people.com/movies/who-is-alexandra-grant-keanu-reeves/ At the recent Los Angeles Beverly Arts Icon Awards, Alexandra Grant spoke candidly about her relationship with Hollywood actor, Keanu Reeves. The pair, who made their debut as a couple at the 2019 LACMA Art and Film Gala, have largely kept their relationship out of the public eye. Highlighting the mature nature of their bond, Grant mentioned the value of having established her own career before entering a relationship with Reeves. "The good news about falling in love as an adult is that I had built my own career by the time that my relationship had begun," she said. This foundation gives her confidence both individually and alongside Reeves, describing their relationship as "interdependent and indepen...

Google Turns 25: The Beginning Of A Tech Giant In A Dorm Room

27Sep

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Google Turns 25: The Beginning Of A Tech Giant In A Dorm Room

Image source Larry Page and Sergey Brin were two intelligent minds in the 90s when they met as doctoral students at Stanford University. Google turned 25 on September 27, 2023. It is celebrated as a significant occasion in the world of technology. The journey of the tech company is nothing but commendable work. In the middle of the '90s, two intelligent minds, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, met as doctoral students in the science program of Stanford University. At that time, they did not know their collaboration would change the digital world forever. Initially, "BackRub" was the research name they started, and gradually, it turned into Google, a search engine. After a mathematical analysis of the World Wide Web's link structure, Larry Page laid the basis for the groundbreaki...