Sean O’Brien, president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, said Sunday he hasn’t endorsed in the 2024 presidential race yet because he hasn’t yet met with Vice President Kamala Harris, and “you don’t hire someone unless you give them an interview.” The International Brotherhood of Teamsters is one of the 10 largest unions in the United States with 1.3 million …
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31 August
He thought he had severe acid reflux. Doctors found a much different problem.
For years, Rich Bugay struggled with constant discomfort and difficulty breathing. To deal with the sensation of a burning mouth, the father of three ate cough drops nearly nonstop. Just picking up his legs to walk was difficult, and intense fatigue was a constant struggle, leaving him exhausted. Initial visits to doctors didn’t provide many answers. Doctors thought his symptoms …
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31 August
3 simple money moves that could pay off this Labor Day
Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, a time when many Americans gather with family and friends for barbecues, beach outings and relaxation. But as we take the time to honor the contributions and achievements of American workers, it’s also fitting to consider how to make the money you earnwork harder for you. After all, ensuring that you’re on …
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31 August
Massive protests erupt in Israel to demand cease-fire after 6 hostages found dead in Gaza
Thousands of angry and grieving Israelis surged into the streets Sunday night after six Hamas-held hostages were found dead in Gaza. They chanted “Now! Now!” as they demanded Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reach a cease-fire with Hamas to bring the remaining captives home. The mass demonstration erupted after the Israeli military announced they had recovered the bodies in a …
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31 August
Can the Harris Walz campaign get voter turnout in a Pennsylvania environmental justice community affected by natural gas?
Chester, Pennsylvania —At a recent Harris-Walz campaign rally in Chester, environmental advocate Zulene Mayfield called for action from the crowd of a few hundred residents. “We are the masters of our fate,” she said, urging them “to mobilize this community in a way that has never happened.” Chester is what climate activists call an “environmental justice community,” a place where …
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31 August
Tim Walz makes first Minnesota State Fair visit since becoming the Democratic VP nominee
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. —Gov. Tim Walz made a short stop at the Minnesota State Fair on Sunday, his first as the Democratic nominee for vice president. The visit stands in stark contrast to what he’s used to at the “Great Minnesota Get Together” — available to move more freely and make multiple trips over the course of the 12-day event. …
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30 August
NASA bumps 2 astronauts from upcoming flight to give Starliner crew a ride home in February
NASA has bumped two female astronauts, including the commander, from the next SpaceX crew rotation flight to the International Space Station, freeing up two seats to give the agency’s Starliner astronauts a ride home next February. Rookie Crew 9 commander Zena Cardman and veteran Stephanie Wilson will remain behind when the Crew Dragon ferry ship takes off from pad 40 …
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30 August
A new AI tool creates hyperrealistic photos. Can you tell the difference?
Several new artificial intelligence tools have been released this summer that allow for the creation of hyperrealistic photos, making it easier than ever to alter, or entirely fabricate, an image. Experts say it’s becoming increasingly difficult for consumers to discern what is real and what is fake. Among the most powerful new tools is FLUX.1, or Flux, a free AI …
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30 August
Ads for Republican and Democratic groups appear under pro-Nazi, racist posts on X
Paid advertisements for major organizations affiliated with both the Republican and Democratic parties and some of their biggest names have appeared under pro-Nazi and racist posts shared on Elon Musk’s social media platform X, formerly Twitter, a CBS News investigation has found. Advertisements for the Senate Republicans’ campaign arm, theConservative Political Action Conference(CPAC) and the right-wing Heritage Foundation think tank …
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30 August
Judge suspends X platform in Brazil amid feud with Elon Musk
A Brazilian Supreme Court justice on Friday ordered the suspension of Elon Musk’s social media giant X in Brazil after the tech billionaire refused to name a legal representative in the country, according to a copy of the decision seen by The Associated Press The move further escalates the monthslongfeud between the two menover free speech, far-right accounts and misinformation. …
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